Program Instructor

State of Oklahoma

1d • $44,078

About The Position

Note: This is a year round teaching position; for more information about this program go to www.starbasedod.org. Compensation: $44078.00 Benefits: This is a full-time state position that provides a percentage of matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans, 11 holidays, and a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year. The state also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. Basic Purpose: Position is responsible for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts & design, and mathematics) student instruction (grade 5), assisting with classroom scheduling, facilitating and assisting with summer camps, coordinating an afterschool program, public relations and administrative duties related to the job and other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Director. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice.

Requirements

• Strong interest and background in inquiry-based technology, science and math education methodologies
• Ability to teach middle grade (grades 5-8) students
• Ability to use computers and technology
• Ability to work as a strong team collaborator
• Bachelor’s degree in STEAM education or related area preferred
• Must have teaching certification or be eligible for alternative teacher certification to be obtained within 6 months
• Current Oklahoma Teacher’s certificate or be eligible for alternative teacher certification to be obtained within 6 months
• Able to lift/carry a minimum of 40 pounds
• Able to climb stairs
• Contingent on a favorable NCIC/OSBI background check
• Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• T1/CNACI security clearance (eligibility for national security positions shall be granted to persons who are U.S. citizens)
• Maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate
• FLSA Exempt status
• Tobacco and Vape free facility
• Must acquire a CAC Card for base entrance
• Serves a 12-month trial period

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of creating materials for social media platforms a plus
• Teaching experience with grades 5-8 preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with military and local school personnel
• Must be able to team teach with another Instructor
• Develop expertise with STEAM curriculum
• Implement lessons and activities as prescribed, meeting all objectives
• Assist with recruitment and scheduling of classes, collaborating with other educators
• Prepare classroom materials and instruction
• Serve as mentor or mentoring assistant for the STEAM after school programs 5th-8th grade

Benefits

• percentage of matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans
• 11 holidays
• a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year
• a comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level