What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tech Lab Teacher position at Alfond Youth and Community Center?
Description
The Alfond Youth and Community Center is looking for a Computer-Whiz! Put your tech knowledge to use by teaching the youth in our afterschool program to be proficient in technology.
POSITION SUMMARY: Provide enhanced learning and engagement opportunities around computers and technology for the youth and members of the AYCC. The Tech Lab teacher will work with other ASP teachers to plan and implement a curriculum that aligns with program themes and BGCA standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop lesson plans for use in the tech lab in correlation with program themes and curriculum, reinforcing and extending learning.
- Provide instruction of tech lessons and opportunities: (a) introduce tech lab activities, (b) give guided practice of the lesson activity, (c) allow independent and/or partner work.
- Instruct youth on tech equipment, functions, care of, and how technology affects our lives and the value of technology skills.
- Inform and instruct youth on internet safety protocols to align with AYCC and BGCA safety and technology policies.
- Provide assistance and instruction to help ASP teachers and administrators utilize technology in their classrooms and programs.
- Research and recommend technology hardware and software application acquisitions for the purpose of providing effectiveness of instruction to youth.
- Assess malfunctions of hardware and/or software applications for the purpose of determining actions to maintain tech lab operations.
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
- Associates degree, bachelor’s preferred in the field of technology, computer sciences, or educational instruction.
- Working knowledge of an array of technical equipment such as 3-D Printers, Video Cameras, Microphones, Computer Hardware Components, Apple TVs, iPads, Oculus VR Sets, Laptops, Desktop computers and other components as they are introduced to the site technology program.
EXPERIENCE:
- At least 2 years’ experience working with school age youth, preferably utilizing technology.
- Prior technical experience in any of the following fields preferred: Computer Programming, Graphic Design, Video Production, Social Media Content Creation, Audio Engineering, 3-D Printing, Robotics Engineering, Minecraft Coding, Video Game Creation or Hardware Repair.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to quickly learn new technical skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Solid planning and problem solving skills
- Ability to work with groups of different age and skill levels, and provide necessary instruction to children
- Team player
Salary : $36,000 - $45,600