STEM Trainer

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Tasks, responsibilities and deliveries for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Understand and deliver the developed FunCom material, handouts, and instructional PowerPoint.
• Attend and participate in the training/ orientation sessions conducted by the content developer.
• Actively prepare for class and interact with the students in a positive and upbeat manner.
• Able to deliver soft skills to the students.
• Mentor and guide the students in their aviation-related projects
• Following up on the students progress over the projects.
• Mentor them with constructive feedback on their projects that make them compete in the national challenge day.
• Plan and share supplemental materials needed to enhance courses delivery with the content developer.
• Follow the designated instructional plan and schedule for the course.
• Complete and submit administrative tasks, such as course logs, timesheets, class surveys, and attendance in accordance with the course timeline set by the content developer.
• Maintain accurate and up to date attendance records for all classes.
• Correct homework, exams, projects, and any other assignments in accordance with the course timeline set by the content developer.
• Lead classroom instruction and discussion according to the instructors guide and the participants guide prepared by the content developer.
• Correspond and engage with students and classes through email, whatsapp and messenger applicants as needed.
• Assess student progress and achievement through appropriate, varied assessments means; notifying the STEM Program Lead when a student is in jeopardy of not passing a course.
• Keep the STEM Program Lead informed of issues related to students and courses that need to be resolved. Provide feedback to the content developer regarding the developed handouts, and instructional PowerPoint.
• Organize and archive all material related to the curriculum and final evaluations during the wrap-up period of the program.

The incumbent in this position will work in a professional office environment with up to 10% business travel as may be needed to support project implementation. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Amideast is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Positions involving interaction with children must read, acknowledge, comply with and attend special training in accordance with the Child Protection and Safeguarding policy. All Amideast representatives must comply with the Code of Conduct and all applicable organizational policies which include but are not limited to, Anti-Human Trafficking and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the incumbent will perform other reasonable business-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other managers when necessary. Amideast reserves the right to change duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description is not a written or implied contract of employment.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in the STEM field; master's degree in education or engineering or related STEM field preferred.
• The background in aviation is an asset.
• Experience in delivering soft skills is an asset.
• Experience in leading teams in competitions is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years classroom teaching experience.
• Extensive knowledge of the field of STEM in the age group 15-18.
• Fluent English proficiency is a must.
• Ability to adapt to a new culture and learner needs within a different context.
• Ability to work in a team and contribute to overall STEM Center program success.
• Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills.
• Punctuality and timeliness in record keeping.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create a productive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.