Student Assistant, STEM Mobile Science Lab (FWS Only

STEM Mobile Science Lab Student Assistant

* This position is only open to students who are Federal Work Study eligible.*

The STEM Mobile Science Lab Student Assistant is a part-time, non-benefitted position that supports STEM outreach and educational programming throughout the service area by assisting with the operation of the Mobile Science Lab. This position provides hands-on support for outreach events, science activities, equipment preparation, and interaction with students, educators, and community members. The Student Assistant plays an important role in promoting STEM education and creating positive learning experiences for participants, particularly elementary-aged students.

Compensation: $13.33/hr.

Priority Screening Date:
Position is open until filled.

Starting Date:
As soon as practical after the hiring process.

Essential Functions:

This position is non-exempt and is eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA. This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive, but representative, other duties may be assigned. To perform successfully in this position, an individual must be able to perform principal responsibilities satisfactorily as well as possess education/experience, employ the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed in representative fashion;

reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the principal responsibilities.

Position may include one or more of the following duties, or others as assigned:

• Help set up, operate, and tear down Mobile Science Lab equipment, displays, and educational activities.
• Engage with visitors and participants during outreach events, providing a welcoming and positive experience.
• Assist elementary-aged students with hands-on STEM activities and demonstrations.
• Explain STEM concepts and activities in an age-appropriate manner under staff supervision.
• Support the general maintenance, cleaning, organization, and appearance of the Mobile Science Lab.
• Help inventory, stock, and organize supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Assist with loading and unloading outreach materials and equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and help maintain a safe learning environment for participants.
• Represent the institution professionally when interacting with students, educators, parents, and community members.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other responsibilities may be assigned based on contemporary institutional needs.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• While performing the essential functions of this position a variable work schedule may be required
• There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students, past employees and/or students, members of the general public, and others who express opinions, may exhibit strong emotions, which will require the employee to interact professionally, diplomatically, and appropriately in such situations
• While performing the essential duties of this position, an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways, meeting rooms, and other parts of the campus facilities
• There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting, standing, and personal computer use, which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
• An employee must frequently lift and/or move 10 - 15 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, there may be instances of somewhat loud environments when working with certain tools and outside environments.
• The work environment is mainly outdoors and inside the mobile trailer.

Note:

This position description is a general description; it is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of the College are expected to perform other tasks as assigned by their respective supervisor/manager regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study employment.
• Admission at LCCC and continued enrollment in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester (Exceptions may be given for summer term with supervisor approval).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with children, particularly elementary-aged students.
• Dependable, responsible, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow directions and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Willingness to learn STEM-related activities and educational demonstrations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in science, technology, engineering,…