G.R.I.T. STEM Instructional Aide

*Who We Are:* ReadyCT is a statewide 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to advance academic excellence and career-connected learning for all public school students in Connecticut through collaboration with business, civic, and education leaders.
ReadyCT accomplishes its mission by offering dynamic career readiness programming in school buildings that, with intention, bridges the gap between public education and the employers who will, ultimately, hire their future workforce from our public schools.
Businesses continue to respond well to the programming; last year, over 100 Connecticut businesses of all sizes and across all sectors worked alongside ReadyCT to inform our programming efforts.
ReadyCT also maintains a presence in legislative circles, advocating for policies that systematically improve Connecticut public education, with an emphasis on advancing access and equity.
ReadyCT has a formal affiliation with CBIA, the CT Business & Industry Association, which is the largest, most representative business organization in the state.
CBIA members include businesses of all sizes from nearly all industries across Connecticut.
*What We’re Looking For:* Reporting to the G.
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instructional aide will assist the G.
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lead instructors with the coordination and administration of a specific core STEM area (healthcare, IT, insurance/finance, or manufacturing) including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and quality control for this five-and-a-half week summer program.
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is operated by ReadyCT, a statewide nonprofit committed to ensuring career-connected learning opportunities for all Connecticut public school students.
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was established to provide high school students with an applied work-based learning opportunity tied to the career pathways that they take part in during the academic year.
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emphasizes technical training, leadership development, professionalism, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
Student interns will be part of a team partnered with a local business client to work through a real-world project/deliverable.
Through this unique hands-on internship experience, interns will learn skills in a core STEM-focused business area, develop professional and entrepreneurial skills and experience, and grow their professional network, resume, and portfolio.
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program will run from July 2 - August 8, 2024, from 9 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday - Thursday at Pathways Academy for Technology & Design located in East Hartford, CT.
Some virtual preparation and orientation activities will occur prior to July 2.
Additional hours may be required during the five-and-a-half-week period in order to allow for planning and debrief time.
This position will be a durational contract position with ReadyCT and is not eligible for benefits.
*What You’ll Do: * * Assist with supervision of students on site and at field trips, helping with execution of projects, adherence to schedules, and guiding students to remain on task.
* Record and document program activities and supporting materials.
* Report and assist with troubleshooting logistical issues as they arise under the direction of the lead instructor and/or G.
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/ReadyCT leadership.
* Support the implementation of instruction for a core STEM area (healthcare, IT, insurance/finance, or manufacturing).
* Help with the delivery of the overall programs, curriculum, and activities within the assigned core STEM area.
* Coach student teams by providing direction, input, and feedback.
* Support and facilitate interactions between business clients and the student teams, as necessary and directed by either lead instructor and/or G.
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* Assist lead instructor and students when professional volunteers offer programming.
* Assist the lead instructor with quality control for the program for a core STEM area through the gathering of data, evaluation findings, survey results, etc.
* Ensure that program activities operate within the policies and procedures set forth by ReadyCT.
* Bring any concerns/questions to the attention of the lead instructor and/or G.
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*Desired Skills:* * A passion for education and developing the potential of all students.
* In the process of obtaining a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualified experience in an identified core STEM area.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity for flexibility.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
* Active listening and strong facilitation skills.
* The ability to both work independently and collaborate with a team during the entire program, July 2- August 8, 2024.
* Excellent organizational and strong attention to detail and record of delivering high-quality, on-time results.
* Experience working with Google Workspace tools/resources.
* Demonstrated ability to “multi-task” and deliver high-quality work.
* The persistence to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
* Ability to adapt to new situations and remain student-focused.
* A good sense of humor and general humility.
This position will be primarily based at Pathways Academy of Technology & Design, 2 Pent Road, East Hartford, CT.
*ReadyCT is an equal opportunity employer.
* *Specific questions about the position may be directed to info@readyct.
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* Job Types: Contract, Temporary Pay: $22.
00 per hour Grade levels: * High school Schedule: * Monday to Friday School type: * Public school Work Location: In person