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SPIN creates STEM opportunities for communities of color through high quality programming that engages families, uplifts communities, and empowers students. King County is a STEM rich economy, yet South King County faces significant gaps in STEM jobs, training, and education. This area is home to many of our region’s most diverse communities and is at the highest risk of displacement. It is also SPIN’s home base and primary focus, although we serve students in multiple school districts across King County. We are committed to expanding equitable access to opportunity and increasing diversity in the STEM field through community led education and training.

Position: Cohort Lead Instructor (4 positions open)

Reports to: SPIN Forward Program Manager

Salary Range: $25/hour and above, depending on education, certification and/or

experience

The Cohort Lead is an hourly, part time position responsible for supporting our SPIN

Forward program, with other duties as assigned. Estimated 8-12 hours/week. Weekend

work is required. SPIN will provide curriculum, technology training, and professional

development in classroom management and culturally responsive pedagogy. Ideal

candidates will bring a desire to work with kids and a willingness to learn! We strongly

encourage people to apply who have lived experience that is reflective of the

economically and racially diverse students and families that we serve. Leads do not

need a formal STEM background.

The Cohort Lead is responsible for leading one cohort of SPIN Forward students during

each SPIN Forward event. There are 11 SPIN Forward events that take place on

Saturdays each month between August – June. The Cohort Lead will lead students

through ice breakers to facilitate team building, teach a variety of project-based

curricula depending on grade level, and chaperone visits to Field Day partners. On a

monthly basis, this role requires a minimum 2 - 3 hours of prep time prior to an event to

review the agenda, the curriculum, and to prep materials; 2 - 3 hours of meeting with

the SPIN Forward Program Manager (PM) to discuss the agenda & the curriculum and

go over any questions and concerns. Each month there will be at least 5 hours

dedicated to lab and/or field day events. The Lead must take attendance, support

mentors & students, and update the PM with any issues or concerns that may arise.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

● Facilitate classes of up to 20 students focusing on STEM topics.

● Assist SPIN staff with curriculum prep, program logistics,

student/family/mentor relations, and attendance/event records.

● Collaborate with other staff and provide needed reporting materials to SPIN

and to our funding partners.

● Attend required training and check-ins, maintain attendance and discipline

records, administer and submit assessments

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Experience with class management and/or willingness to learn.

● Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

● Comfort with technology and openness to learning new software.

● Outstanding problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.

● Commitment to providing all kids with equal education opportunities.

● Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Zoom.

● Quick turnaround on communications via phone and email.

● High level of flexibility and adaptability to meet changing work goals and

demands.

● Ability to travel to multiple program sites and support logistical deliveries.

● Must be able to pass a SPIN’s background check.

● Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform loading and unloading of

equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

● Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

● Experience working with low-income students, included but not limited to Title 1

schools, and a familiarity with the unique gifts and needs of this population.

● Multilingual, specifically in Spanish or Somali.

Diversity Statement: SPIN is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and

ethnically diverse staff and to the principles that promote inclusive practices. SPIN is

dedicated to building a diverse staff with expertise and interest in serving students and

families with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct

characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways.

Equal opportunity employment: STEM Paths Innovation Network is an equal

opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs,

and not on the basis of race, sex/gender, religion/creed, pregnancy, age, physical or

mental disability, marital status, national origin, genetic markers, military or veterans

status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal,

state, or local law.