Game Development Educator

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Game Development Educator develops, executes, and teaches Game Development based curriculum at Square Root Academy. This position is filled by a creative, adaptable, organized, and skilled individual who is proficient at Game Development fundamentals and is inspired to lead programs that empower all youth (our Scholars). This person serves closely with Education team members and is vital for Scholar success.

AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps engages more than 80,000 community members nation-wide, in intensive service each year at non-profits, schools, public agencies, and community and faith-based groups across the country.

Headlines of this role:

They ensure a quality Game Development Education program by curriculum building and implementation, classroom facilitation, and professional learning
They skillfully facilitate meaningful, engaging, and active learning of our Scholars, helping them to harness their own creativity.

Compensation: $16,200 Yearly Living Allowance (~$1,350/Month)  + $3,697.50 Educational Award (upon completion of service)

Commitment: 900 hours/year (~ 20 hours/week)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Our adaptable, mission-oriented S.T.E.A.M. Educators in Game Development engage in various specific tasks to support their work.

Teach courses (virtually or on-site) to Scholars in the realm of Game Development, rigorously promoting Scholar growth and empowerment
Establish and maintain personal contact and relationships with site partners
Verify lessons meet Academy standards prior to teaching date.
Communicate with parents/guardians specific site news and specific scholar news
Ensure proper worksheets, quizzes etc. are printed prior to class
Complete each lesson for quality assurance in collaboration with the Curriculum Design Specialist
Complete weekly reports on program attendance and overall success
Promote productive learning environments where Scholars respect peers and adults, continually grow, are safe, and build relationships
Learn continually through professional development workshops to expand their skills in: all STEAM content, project-based learning, equity, and Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Lead and participate in collaborations, trainings, and weekly meetings, both in person and virtually
Manage record keeping for our internal use, as well as our partners, and act as a professional liaison to partner sites
Know Scholars as individuals, building mentor relationships with them, and connecting them with additional learning opportunities
Represent Team #SquareRoot through professionalism and pride at various interactions, conferences, and events
Embody and promote the Square Root Academy’s STEAM and equity-driven culture and values.
On The Role Training is available for role-specific duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Is Team #SquareRoot where you see yourself making a social impact? Successful S.T.E.A.M. educators bring various qualities to the mission:

Certification: Our educators take pride in their commitment to STEAM learning
Minimum of high school diploma or GED Certificate
Must be at least 18 years of age
Hold US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status
Have not completed more than three (3) prior AmeriCorps or VISTA service terms
Understand that this position is an AmeriCorps service commitment and are dedicated to national and community service
Dedicated to successfully completing a full term of service
Upon Employment, will pass statutory checks with the Department of Justice, medical clearance (such as TB tests)
Communicate professionally and effectively, through writing, speaking, and presenting
Have a team-oriented mindset and demonstrate the flexibility needed in a community-based non-profit
Reliable transportation: Our Scholar Mentors commute to local-area sites, or work virtually, dependent on the current needs of the program.

Availability: Weekdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (depending on site); Some mornings, evenings and weekends

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