APS Training Academy/Ready Set Code Instructor Job Application

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Here's what we're about:

APS Training Academy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit academy in downtown Aurora that concentrates on providing free hands-on STEM education to students throughout the western suburbs of Chicago with Ready Set STEM. Programs are delivered through schools, park districts, libraries, community centers, and other local partners. Instructors teach structured curriculum across science, technology, engineering, math, and robotics.

Here's what we're looking for...

APS Training Academy is a growing non-profit organization looking for individuals who are passionate about STEAM accessibility in underserved communities. We want people who are interested in teaching our curriculum or developing and teaching their own in a STEAM field they are excited about.

Here are some responsibilities in this position:

Creating a positive learning environment
Teaching students of various abilities
Learning existing curriculum (6-12 hour courses)
Developing NEW curriculum (optional)
Teach the course to a group of 5-15 students (APS will recruit students)
Provide feedback to the students and evaluate their understanding of the course material
Adjust and improve the course curriculum
Instill self-confidence in students as they explore new areas of technology

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REQUIRED: Able to work a minimum of 2-12 hours per week

REQUIRED: Proficient with Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Classroom, Gmail, etc.)

REQUIRED: High attention to detail

REQUIRED: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

REQUIRED: Good organizational and time management skills

PLUS: Experience teaching (1:1 or group)

PLUS: Experience working with children

PLUS: High level understanding of S.T.E.A.M based subjects

PLUS: High level of understanding of coding (including block based coding)

PLUS: Ability to speak Spanish

What level do you prefer to teach?(Please select all that apply)

Kindergarten

1st-2nd Grade

3rd-5th Grade

6th-8th Grade

9th-12th Grade

Youth 16-24 years old

Adults

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APS Training Academy/Ready Set Code Instructor Job Application