Job Title
Student Research Assistant, Saturday STEM
Essential Job Functions
- Assist in designing and implementing curriculums
- Research and develop lesson plans when needed
- Assesses student learning Analyzes assessment results and
provides feedback and support to enhance student learning
Assists and participates in the organizing, planning and
implementation of all educational and enrichment activities of the
program that will influence students learning outcomes
Supervise and participate activities, promoting the program's
objective of an effective teaching/learning environment for STEM
students
Perform duties as instructional assistant in the classroom
Serve as mentoras/tutoras to SSTEM participants
Research background materials for lessons
Provide accountability and assessment reports
Attend professional development opportunities, staff and
workshop meetings
Perform office duties Participate in all ongoing improvements
in teaching strategies, technology, application methods, and
enrichment events promoting students awareness, enthusiasm, and
academic success in STEM
Assist director and administrative assistant as needed
Other related duties, as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Education Enrolled as an undergraduate student at Alcorn
State University with a GPA of 2.8 or higher
Minimum Experience Working with young students
Licenses/Certifications N/A
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Must be able to work on Saturday mornings
Knowledge of STEM disciplines
Knowledge of instructional methods, lesson planning, and classroom
management techniques
Knowledge of hands-on, inquiry-based learning approaches that
engage students in STEM activities
Strong teaching and facilitation skills
Effective communication skills, verbal, written, and
interpersonal
Skilled in developing and delivering engaging STEM lessons and
activities
Skilled in managing classroom behavior and maintaining a positive
learning environment
Skilled in suing educational technology, presentation, software,
and STEM-related environment
Good organizational and time-management skills
Ability to inspire and motivate students to explore STEM
subjects
Ability to foster critical thinking problem-solving, and
collaboration among students
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond effectively to
changing classroom needs
Ability to maintain professionalism, reliability, and punctuality
for weekend programming
