Rough Rider Mentorship Teacher Assistant in Santa Rosa

Compensation $15.00 per hour Compensation Type:
Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Casual Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

10 Grade:
Department:
Early Childhood Instruction Position Summary

• Instructional Assistance
• Project Oversight
• Project Facilitation:
  Actively assist Lead Teachers in delivering STEAHM (Science and Sociology, Technology and Trades, Engineering, Art and Allied Health, Humanities, Math and Medicine)-based lessons; help students execute complex projects such as engineering builds, artistic creations, or scientific experiments.
• Small Group Leadership:
  Lead breakout groups of K-12 students to ensure they understand project steps and safety protocols.
• Lab & Shop Safety:
  Provide vigilant oversight during hands-on activities, ensuring all students follow safety guidelines.
• Experiment Support:
  Set up, tear down, and maintain materials for daily experiments and activities across the STEAHM spectrum.
• Mentorship and Student Engagement Differentiated Support:
  Identify students struggling with specific concepts (e.g., Math or History) and provide one-on-one, in-the-moment tutoring/mentoring to keep them on track with the group project. Coordinate annual open enrollment, including system configuration and employee communication.
• Engagement:
  Encourage student curiosity and participation; serve as a positive role model for younger students exploring higher education environments.
• Administrative and Operations Reporting:
  Assist the Lead Teacher in tracking student attendance and participation; provide feedback to the Program Director on project efficacy.

BROAD STEAM COMPETENCY Interdisciplinary Knowledge:
General aptitude or interest in the STEAHM pillars. Technical Literacy:
Ability to use basic hand tools (Trades), scientific lab equipment (Medicine/Science), and digital software (Technology/Math). Pedagogical Skill:
Ability to simplify complex concepts for K-12 age groups (Elementary through High School).

Physical Activity:
This is an active role. TAs must be able to stand for long periods, move between classrooms/labs, and lift up to 25 pounds of project materials or equipment. Setting:
Work occurs in various environments, including standard classrooms, computer labs, communal garden, vocational trades shops, and outdoor field sites.

Requirement:
Strong academic record in at least two STEAHM-related fields.

Experience:

Previous experience working with K-12 children (camp counselor, coach, or tutor) is highly preferred. Clearance:
Must successfully pass Luna Community College’s Background Clearance process, specifically for working with minors.

This position is Part-Time 3-20 hours per week depending on season. During the normal school year, the average hours worked for the After-School program are 2-3 hours per week depending on responsibilities assigned and may be higher depending on growth of the program and need. During the Summer, the average hours worked are typically 10-20 but could be higher during weeks that have fields trips.

LCC is an equal opportunity employer. Luna Community College (LCC) is the only community college in northeastern New Mexico. LCC is dedicated to providing accessible, innovative, and integrated learning experiences that prepare students to compete at the forefront of their chosen fields and to lead in their communities. The Collaborative for Higher Education Shared Services (CHESS) supports independently governed member colleges by sharing tools, talent, and best practices so that we are laser focused on providing a world-class student experience leading to success for all students.