GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cape Cod Community College hosts a grant-funded youth summer program designed for children entering grades 7, 8, and 9. The program is a week-long exploration into hands-on science, engineering and cybersecurity, through fun STEM activities. Children will get to meet and interact with industry professionals, meet new friends, and code an underwater vehicle/drone. The youth program is offered two weeks in a row, Monday - Friday 7/29/24 - 8/2/24 and Monday - Friday 8/5/24 - 8/9/24 from 8:30am-4:30pm.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Teacher Assistant to support our lead instructors in delivering a high-quality educational experience. As a Secondary Teacher Assistant, you will play a crucial role in facilitating classroom activities, providing individual support to students, creating and establishing a student mentorship program, and ensuring a positive and engaging learning environment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Assist lead instructors with lesson delivery, classroom management, and hands-on activities.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them understand complex concepts and complete assignments.
• Create and implement a student mentorship program.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to lead instructors.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
• Participate in daily program debriefs and planning sessions.
• Assist with program setup and cleanup as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Education, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Previous experience working with secondary school students in an educational setting.
• Basic knowledge of cyber security concepts and a strong willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable to a fast-paced program environment.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with educational technology and online learning platforms.
• Prior experience in a youth summer program or extracurricular educational program.
• Basic understanding of programming languages and cyber security tools.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

COMPENSATION: $40.00 per hour, 37.5 hours for 2 weeks of youth program. An additional 10-15 hours is available prior to the program start date for curriculum preparation and meetings with lead instructors. Grant-funded, non-unit, non-benefited position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Immediate need; applications reviewed upon receipt.

Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to grant funding the FY2025 budget appropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.

The College cannot consider applicants who do not have the ability to work in the United States without assistance from the employer.

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and College policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.