Instructional Lead - SUMMER PROGRAM

Description

Howard County Library System (HCLS) is seeking dynamic summer STEM course leads, instructors, and registration personnel for our STEM education programs for middle and high school students in Howard County, MD.

We are looking for college students and graduates with Education, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or related majors or degrees who have a strong interest and ability to teach youth (ages of 11-18). We believe that education should be project-based and fun and invite STEM-focused folks to apply!

Key Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for providing site supervision 
• Leading STEAM curriculum instruction
• Overseeing the evaluation process
• Resolving onsite matters
• Ensuring projects are completed and assisting when needed
   

We are guided by these shared responsibilities:

Mission & Vision

• We are your place to learn, connect, and grow.
• We contribute to achieving HCLS' racial and social equity goals. Please view the Brave Voices, Brave Choices initiative
• We advance HCLS’ educational mission, effectively communicating our curriculum, which comprises Three Pillars (Self-Directed Education, Research Assistance & Instruction, Instructive & Enlightening Experiences)

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor of Science or Arts in STEM OR STEM Education field; must have demonstrated experience working in a STEM career or teaching STEM curriculum
• Must have experience working/engaging with teens
• Transferrable knowledge in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math
• Passion for teaching STEM topics and ability to teach existing curriculum
• Extraordinary customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly and perform under tight deadlines
• Supervisory experience is strongly preferred

 Dates:

• June 5th – August 11th (start dates are negotiable)

Hours:

• 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Position opened until filled. 

EEO STATEMENT

Howard County’s diversity is its greatest asset. Howard County Library System embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. All communities, including communities of color and immigrant communities, are fundamental to our spirit of service, workforce and long-term success. Equity and empowerment are top priorities. We believe all Howard County residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. Among our goals is for our workforce to reflect the community it serves. We are actively working to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Howard County Library System takes pride in providing equal employment opportunities.