Position Type:
Summer School/ Summer School Teacher

Date Posted:
5/20/2021

Location:
Waterbury Career Academy High School

Date Available:
06/07/2021

Closing Date:
05/28/2021

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JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Middle School STEM Camp Teacher

DEPARTMENT:
Teaching and Learning

DATES & TIMES:
June 21, 2021 to July 1, 2021 (Monday - Thursday)
Teacher hours: 7:30-1:00
Training (7 Hours): June 7th - 9th (3:00pm - 5:00pm) & 1 hour of asynchronous prep

LOCATION:
Waterbury Career Academy

SALARY:
$33 PER HOUR

REPORTS TO:
Receives administrative direction from the STEM Camp Coordinator or other administrative officials of a higher grade

FLSA DESIGNATION:
Exempt

PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION

This class is accountable for facilitating learning, academic achievement, social-emotional learning, and personal development by providing instruction to students in an in-person setting. This class also develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans, utilizes technology to facilitate learning, and demonstrates an understanding of the varying learning styles and the needs of a diverse student population.

PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

General Experience:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.

B. CREDENTIALS:

Google Certified Educator Level 1 preferred

C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Employment in this class is conditional upon the possession of a valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate/endorsement(s) appropriate to the teaching assignment. Should hold a MS/HS science endorsement, MS/HS math endorsement, Tech Ed endorsement, or any other certification with a strong background in IT/coding.

Applicants must be available to work all eight (8) days of in-person STEM Camp

Applicants must be available to engage in six (6) hours of paid virtual/collaborative training from 3-5 on June 7th - 9th and 1 hour of asynchronous prep.

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator's license.

A reference check may be conducted with the applicant's direct supervisor.

D. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of effective instructional strategies

Excellent technology skills

Extensive knowledge in middle school science/IT programs

Knowledge and expertise in differentiated instruction, Next Generation Science Standards and design thinking

Knowledge of social-emotional learning support strategies

Knowledge of the GSuite applications in Google and how they are used to support teaching and learning, including, but not limited to: Google Classroom, Google Meet, Google Forms, Google Drive, Google Slides, Google Groups, Google Calendar and Gmail;

Knowledge of Google extensions that create a more efficient workflow and that enhance teaching and learning.

Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research-Based Interventions (SRBI)

PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES:

May direct the work of paraprofessionals and other non-certified support staff.

PART IV - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.

Provide an emotionally safe learning environment

Conduct daily lessons designed to meet the individual needs of students

Provide one to one feedback for students in their synchronous lessons

Implement curriculum for science/IT

Use assessment tools to design small group instruction and prepare students for the culminating goIT competition/STEM showcase at the end of the program

Provide differentiated instruction based on identified student needs

Maintain classroom attendance

May be asked to model lessons for colleagues

Willingness to learn and use new technologies and Google extensions

Complete other tasks assigned by the STEM camp administrator

PART V - Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Employees appointed to this position will be supplied with instructional technology and curriculum materials. Working remotely is not permitted. Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

Frequency: Place an "X" in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

Depth Perception

X

Standing

X

Color Distinction

X

Walking

X

Peripheral Vision

X

Sitting

X

Driving

X

Lifting

X

Physical Strength:

Carrying

X

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

X

Pushing

X

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

X

Pulling

X

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

X

Climbing

X

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

X

Balancing

X

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

X

Stooping

X

Environmental Conditions

Kneeling

X

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

X

Crouching

X

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

X

Crawling

X

Temperature Changes

X

Reaching

X

Wetness

X

Handling

X

Humidity

X

Grasping

X

Extreme Noise or Vibration

X

Twisting

X

Exposure to Chemicals

X

Feeling

X

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

X

Talking

X

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

X

Hearing

X

Exposure to bodily fluids

X

Repetitive Motion

X

Exposure to dampness

X

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

X

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

X

Visual Acuity/Near

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

Visual Acuity/Far

X

Physical danger or abuse

X

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

Prepared on:

4/28/21