Volunteer Teaching Assistant

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Volunteer Teaching Assistant

(March - May 2023)

Oakland & Richmond Schools

Job Description

Scientific Adventures for Girls (SAfG) is seeking Volunteer Teaching Assistants to engage elementary-aged girls and teach hands-on STEM activities in-person at public elementary schools in Oakland andRichmond, CA . If you have one afternoon a week and would like to give back to the community, we would love to hear from you.

You will work with a Head Teacher who leads the class. These positions are in-person and require you to be fully vaccinated for COVID. Check-out what our classes look like: SAfG in Action!

COMMITMENT:

• One day a week

• 3 - 4 hrs / week

• March - May 2023

• Core work hours will be approximately 2:45 - 5:30

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Head Teacher to deliver fun, engaging project-based STEM activities on site at elementary schools
• Consistently attend in-person classes on a weekly basis
• Promote the SAfG mission and scientist’s mindset in each class (6 C’s: Curious, Committed, Confident, Careful, Creative and Changemakers).
• Meet with the Head Teacher before class to help prep for class.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Interest in STEM
• Fully vaccinated for COVID.
• Experience with children in some capacity
• Consistently attend class on a weekly basis from March 1 - May 31 2023
• Commitment to educational equity and programming for girls
• Ability to maintain an excellent work ethic, a high level of energy and enthusiasm

• Valid driver's license and reliable car

• Need to pass clearances of negative TB Test and Live Scan (Department of Justice Background Check)

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should email their resume to careers@scientificadventures.org . The subject should read: Volunteer Teaching Assistant and your name. The body of the email should provide a reason why you would like to volunteer as a teaching assistant.