Job description:
Science Quest is a not-for-profit student run service run through Queen's Engineering Society. From the end of June to August, 10 week instructors will develop and deliver STEM based summer day-camps for children ages 4-14. Science Quest looks to provide inclusive and barrier-breaking STEM initiatives to the Kingston community and the surrounding communities, and career-building opportunities to Queen's students.
The major roles of the Science Quest 10-Week Instructor include:
- Maintaining positive relationships with Queen's and the greater Kingston community
- Following all EngSoc policy as related to the service
- Supervision and instruction of campers
Skills and interests that will be considered an asset for this position include:
- Strong leadership skills
- Enthusiasm and a positive attitude towards networking
- Demonstrated interest in STEM education
- Strong ability to research and learn independently
- Ability to motivate self, other instructors, and work in groups
- Creative problem-solving and improvisational thinking skills
- Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of age groups and ability levels
Applications will close May 29th @ midnight.
Work Term:
- Mid June 2024 to end of August 2024 (camp will conclude before 2024 O-Week)
Salary/Time Commitment:
- The position will be paid $17.17 per hour. Estimated hours: maximum 35 hours/week
- This pay rate includes 4% vacation pay
- Salary is non-negotiable
Applicants are expected to provide an Application Package. The package must include (in the following order):
- Title page
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Question Responses
Please Answer the following 6 questions:
- Describe your leadership style and a time you worked effectively with a team and children.
- Why do you want to be a Science Quest instructor and what qualities/experiences would make you a good fit for this role?
- Describe ONE teachable activity for STEM you would like to implement for Science Quest and how you would achieve it.
- Reflect on a project where you managed where unexpected changes occurred. How did you adapt your project management approach to accommodate these changes, and what lessons did you learn from the experience?
- Provide an example where you applied innovative thinking to solve a challenging problem or improve a process in your work. How did your creative approach contribute to positive outcomes?
- EngSoc is committed to ensuring all of our events are accessible and inclusive. How would you integrate EDII (Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity and Indigeneity) initiatives into daily teachable activities?
- OPTIONAL: Please add anything additional you would like to say in your application package.
Submission requirements:
- Maximum 700 words per question
- Font: Calibri (Body)
- Text size: 11
- 1.15 spacing
- Include question headers above each of the responses
- Submit only ONE combined document and attach it to your Breezy application.
If you have any questions please contact the Head Director, Renée Farrell (sciencequest@ engsoc.queensu.ca).