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Innovation & Outreach Educator

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Thank you for your interest in employment with the Desert Research Institute. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

  • Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
  • Please see the application instructions under each posting for information on submittal deadlines.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at (775) 673-7431 or [email protected].

Job Description

Nevada Robotics at DRI is hiring part-time educators to support PreK – 12 teacher professional development and robot/drone education outreach across the state.

Positions are available in Reno and Elko and job responsibilities include the following:

  • Preparing materials, robots, and drones for professional development workshops and STEM outreach events including the loading and unloading of materials and books.
  • Supporting and teaching at statewide professional development robotics and drone workshops.
  • Assisting classroom and club educators with the implementation of robotics and drones in various education settings.
  • Preparing for and leading STEM family outreach events.
  • Judging and refereeing at robotics and drone competitions and events.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

No robotics or drone experience necessary as training will be provided. These positions are ideal for retired educators or part-time substitute teachers.

Reno: On average this part-time position is 5 - 15 hours a week and requires mid-day, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts. When traveling for statewide teacher training events, staff may accrue up to 30 hours a week.

Elko: On average this part-time position is 5-15 hours a week and requires Friday in-person office shifts on the Great Basin College campus, possible travel to Reno and neighboring communities, and afternoon, evening, and weekend work.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field
  • Minimum 3-4 years of related experience in an educational setting such as the classroom, or related teaching experience including STEM, robotics, computer science, drones, or related topics.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite programs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Elementary Education or related field
  • 4+ years of classroom teaching experience and Nevada teaching license
  • 4+ years of experience teaching robotics topics in a classroom setting, including drones
  • Certifications for the VEX 123 and VEX Go classroom robots

Physical Requirements: This position may need to occasionally perform physical tasks such as lifting objects of up to 60 lbs., stooping, bending, and kneeling and standing for long periods of time.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Compensation Grade/Benefits:

  • $30-$40/hr DOE, variable hours; no benefits

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

45.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Qualified individuals interested in this position must attach the following documents to the required sections of your application. The system will accept multiple attachments to this section of the application up to 5MB. Please contact [email protected], the day you apply, if assistance is needed with attachments.

1. Cover letter

2. Current resume

3. Contact information for three professional references.

DRI employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Browse Jobs” report within Workday to find and apply for jobs at DRI and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0153463” in the search box.

For questions regarding this position, please call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.

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Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.

Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).

All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.

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