Position Description:
STARBASE Instructor positions combine 5 hours of teaching per day along with curriculum and assessment development with other responsibilities related to STARBASE Minnesota’s STEM programs and organization. Aptitude in science, math, and technology and in developing lessons/curriculum is important. Engineering, CAD software, robotics, VR and AR and other technology is learned on the job. Applicants must be licensed teachers in the State of Minnesota, must have a strong passion for teaching/learning and in helping students succeed, have a strong interest and enthusiasm in STEM, have an excellent work ethic, and can communicate well with team members and with stakeholders. They must enjoy continuous improvement, creativity and innovation in their work.
Position and Start Date:
This is a full-time, year-round salaried instructor position (40 hours per week). The start date is flexible based on the selected candidate, though our goal is to have the role filled by September 1. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Salary range $45,000-$60,000 DOE.
Area of Teacher Licensure may be among the following:
Elementary Education K-6; Middle School Science 5-8; Middle School Math 5-8; Secondary Science; STEM Certification; other related. For further information on licensure, see Qualifications below.
Location, Hours, Calendar, Other:
STARBASE Minnesota Duluth is located on the 148th Fighter Wing. STARBASE is a year-round program. Regular hours are 7:30-4:00 during the school year; modified hours in the summer including shortened Fridays. STARBASE offers excellent benefits and a generous holiday and PTO package.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Utilizing a variety of instructional strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners and build on students’ natural curiosity to explore, create and problem-solve, teach STARBASE STEM programs to students in grade 5 (students entering 4-6 for summer).
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Research, develop and implement cutting edge curriculum in STEM that is reflective of STARBASE Minnesota’s mission and goals, is in alignment with state and national standards, and incorporates effective practices in teaching and learning. Integrate the application of “real world” experiences and help students broaden awareness of careers. Prepare and design curriculum to support nationwide program implementation.
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Evaluate and continuously improve own instructional methods and strategies, engage in individual and team reflective practice; Evaluate and continuously improve and innovate with STARBASE programs and curriculum based on assessment data, evaluations, observations, feedback, and bringing in new ideas.
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Develop and/or continuously improve STEM assessments by analyzing pre and post test results, teacher evaluations, student surveys, and standards and research.
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Participate in community STEM outreach activities that may include after hours or weekend commitments. (Up to eight shared events per year.)
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Enter and analyze participant and outcome data including growth and attitudes toward STEM. Provide reports as needed.
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Public relations skills – work with teachers, parents, volunteers, corporate and community partners; relay STEM messaging; Provide demonstrations, training and presentations in the community and at STARBASE Board meetings.
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Other non-teaching, program-related projects depending upon candidate’s skills & qualifications. Additional areas of work may be among the following STARBASE areas: educational and computer technologies, graphic design work, volunteer coordination, hosting pre-service educators for field experiences, STARBASE Advanced middle school mentoring program, working with other STEM nonprofits on project, other.
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Excellent skills, interest and/or aptitude in technology and/or strong desire to learn.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree or higher
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Valid Tier 3 or Tier 4 MN teaching license (Elementary Ed, Middle School Math/Science, Secondary Science, STEM, etc.)
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Experienced in curriculum development and evaluation; in STEM curriculum a plus.
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Education, training and/or experience in physical sciences or engineering a plus.
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Skilled or strong interest and aptitude in technology, including computers and a wide range of educational software (CAD, AR/VR, Robotics, etc.)
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Working knowledge of MN State Standards; knowledge of national standards a plus.
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Have an understanding of and appreciation for creating and supporting diverse teams.
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Ability to connect with students and adapt to a variety of learning styles, and/or students who could have limited English speaking or writing skills.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Desire and ability to work well as a member of a collaborative and dynamic team.
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Ability to analyze and interpret data.
Program Description:
STARBASE Minnesota, Inc. is a leading educational nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire and educate youth in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). STARBASE programs feature engaging, authentic curriculum designed and implemented by a highly-skilled instructor team. State-of-the-art technologies are integrated into an exciting, innovative, and immersive STEM learning environment.
STARBASE Minnesota, Inc. – Duluth, provides exciting, innovative, standards-based, five-day, 25-hour STEM programs for students and schools within a 500 square-mile radius in Northeastern Minnesota. STARBASE Duluth is located on the 148th Fighter Wing of the MN Air National Guard base. STARBASE Duluth serves approximately 2,800 fifth grade students annually. Additionally, STARBASE Duluth offers a five-week summer program, STARBASE Explorers, which serves 400 students entering grades fourth through sixth.
Include the following in your applicant packet and submit via email ([email protected])
STARBASE Minnesota, Inc. – Duluth 4680 Viper Street, Duluth, MN 55811
