STEM Education Apprentice

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Title

Requisition Number H01797P

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location Off Campus

Hours per week 6

Months per year 9

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate $15.00

STEM Education Apprentices will be placed with select classrooms, teachers, and/or community partners to assist with and experience public education experiences in science and math. Duties vary according to placement but could include assisting with labs, aiding classroom instruction, one‑on‑one tutoring, co‑planning, assessment, or other experiences as needed. Must be a Weber State student; preference given to students with interest in math or science education, in teaching majors, or in the Propel (weber.edu/propel)

program.

Demonstrated interest and background in science or mathematics. Preference will be given to those who are considering possibilities in science or math teaching (though not necessarily a declared teaching major). Propel teacher interns may also be engaged with other aspects of the program, including potential planning meetings and other science and math education events.

To apply, complete the online application and attach resume, cover letter, transcripts (screenshot of Cat Tracks), and list of references. If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work. The screening of applicants will begin immediately. Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction;
Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • jobs.weber.edu
  • KSL
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Agency Referral
  • Personal Referral
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Other web advertisement
  • Other
• Current program of study (in process or completed), including major(s) and minor(s)

  (Open Ended Question)

• Please indicate the terms (Fall and Spring) for which you are interested in being placed as a classroom intern.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Explain why you are interested in an opportunity to observe and help in science and math classrooms.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Describe what would make you a good collaborator and contributor in a classroom environment.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Is there a person who could describe your qualities and fit for a classroom internship? If so, please list their name and email here so that we could reach out to them if necessary.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Is there anything else we should consider or that you'd just like us to know?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents