Full STEAM Ahead Instructor

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point•Stevens Point, WI

6d•$2,000•Onsite

About The Position

The UWSP School of Education is hiring up to five preservice teachers to lead classes in a three-day program focused on building the resiliency of elementary and middle-level students in STEAM content areas. This program combines STEM content with Social Emotional Learning (SEL) principles to deliver engaging content that bolsters confidence and perseverance. All instruction is led by UWSP preservice teachers. Instructors will work closely with UWSP STEM Education Faculty Mentors before teaching one STEM lesson, which will involve discussing a task, modifying it, and receiving feedback. Additionally, all preservice teachers will receive training on SEL principles and support to integrate these practices into their STEM lessons.

Requirements

Must be a student in the School of Education at UW-Stevens Point
Must have successfully completed a Mathematics or Science Teaching Methods Course
2.6 GPA or higher
Will be eligible to teach grades K-8 (K-9 or 6-12 certifications are eligible for this opportunity)
Cover letter detailing qualifications
Teaching resume documenting relevant experiences
Contact information for either a UWSP or a school district reference

Responsibilities

Lead classes in a three-day program focused on building resiliency in elementary and middle-level students in STEAM content areas.
Combine STEM content with Social Emotional Learning (SEL) principles.
Work closely with UWSP STEM Education Faculty Mentors before teaching one STEM lesson.
Discuss a selected task with a mentor, modify the task, and receive feedback on the lesson.
Integrate SEL principles into STEM lessons.