STEM Summer Camp Instructor: Part Time at Eastern Iowa Community Colleges in Davenport, Iowa

Job Description:

STEM SUMMER CAMP INSTRUCTOR

Part Time

Blong Technology Center, Davenport, IA

JOB DESCRIPTION:

In partnership with Black Rocket Productions, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges is hiring Lead Instructors to teach youth various types of digital arts programs at EICC campus locations this summer. Topics include Python Programmers, eSports Gamers and Streamers, Cloud Game Creators, Make Your First Video Game, ROBLOX® Coders, and YouTube® FX Shorts. Classes are taught in age groups of 8-10 and 11-14.

Lead instructors are responsible for the well-being and education of the students. A lead instructor may have either a degree/experience in education or significant experience in one of the content areas being taught. In addition to teaching responsibilities, lead instructors are also responsible for staff supervision, equipment management, enforcement of site policies, and meeting project deadlines.

Required training is provided and begins in late spring. Training requires availability during some evenings and weekends. After completing the Black Rocket training program, instructors must demonstrate competency in the core concepts being taught and the software used.

This position is temporary, part-time for our Continuing Education department. The Camp runs in June and July; workweeks are Monday-Thursday. Hours are typically 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., but scheduled based on your preference and availability.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching and classroom management experience.
• Experience with technology.
• Have a strong understanding of the course concepts being taught as well as any tecniques and software involved.
• Enthusiasm for the subjects, and desire to help design and teach fun, innovative, multidisciplinary courses.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A specialty and passion such as programming and robotics, or experimentation and statistics.
• Camp runs in June and July; workweeks are Monday-Thursday.
• Hours are typically 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., but scheduled based on your preference and availability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a completed bachelor's degree.
• Teaching certification preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

SALARY:

$25 per hour

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Course Development:

• Design and update course materials, lesson plans, handouts, and assessments.
• Incorporate a variety of teaching methods and technologies to accommodate different learning styles.
• Ensure course content is current, relevant, and aligned with industry standards or learner needs.

Instruction:

• Deliver engaging and effective instruction in person or online, as appropriate for the course delivery format.
• Vary instructional approaches to appeal to multiple learning styles.
• Utilize teaching methods that support adult learning theory, building upon experiential knowledge and understanding and providing contextualized scope.
• Facilitate class discussions, activities, and practical exercises to reinforce learning.
• Provide clear explanations of complex concepts and skills.
• Conduct courses in a manner that helps participants to stay engaged in the learning process and meet course objectives.
• Plan for and ensure participants' health and safety during training.

Student Assessment:

• Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, projects, and participation.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to help students improve.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance.

Communication and Support:

• Respond to student inquiries and provide guidance as needed.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate course expectations, objectives, and policies clearly to students.

Administrative Duties:

• Complete and submit required documentation, such as attendance records, grades, and course evaluations in a timely manner.
• Assist with marketing and promotion of continuing education courses as needed.
• Adhere to all institutional policies and procedures.

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC’s Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, equity@eicc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730- 1576, TDD (800) 877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

Salary/Compensation: $25.00 per hour

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