Job Description
Job Description
- THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION - Must reside in or near Milwaukee area
Overview
SHARP Educators play a critical and integral role in the success of SHARP’s program. Educators facilitate one-hour workshops for students (K3-5th grades) using SHARP’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Technology (STEAM) based curriculum and materials. Educators must demonstrate ease in using technology as a learning tool and capability of instructing elementary students in hands-on interactive lessons.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate interactive one-hour workshops using Arts integration, grade level computer-based coding to reinforce STEAM based concepts.Engage students during workshops in a manner that reflects cultural awareness and experiential learning.Differentiate workshops based on the needs and experiences of the SHARP students.Administer student reflections.Schedule individual school workshops with all assigned teachers in a timely manner.Attend professional development provided by SHARP Literacy.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A bachelor’s degree in education, computer science, technology, the arts, or related fields desired.One or more years of experience teaching and / or working in an urban school setting with diverse students preferred.Experience in teaching STEAM content to elementary students or a desire to learn.Must have experience and ease in using technology and problem-solving skills.Previous STEAM and Computer Programming / Coding experience is a plus.Proficiency in using PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, and e-mail.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Must have a positive attitude and high degree of flexibility.Must have reliable transportation.Bilingual (Spanish / English) a plus but not required.