[Computer Science] Innovate Teaching Assistant

Silicon Valley Education Foundation

2024 [Computer Science] Innovate Summer Teaching Assistant Job Description

If you are passionate about positively impacting the future of our students and computer science, we invite you to apply to this opportunity. Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply!

Silicon Valley Education Foundation has been partnering with school districts since 2008 to offer direct-service classes. Our newest offering is [Computer Science] Innovate, [CS]I. Stepping into our fifth year, we will be using a curriculum written by Microsoft and curated by our highly experienced curriculum team.

Teaching Assistant Job Details:

Paid Professional Learning

Program Orientation and Professional Learning

- Mandatory attendance of all pre-program training on Wednesday, May 29th from 4pm - 6pm and asynchronous Micro:Bit/CPX work.

Professional Learning Community

- Meet with [CS]I Staff and other Teaching Assistants via Zoom to learn and share common classroom approaches, work through misconceptions, and develop best practices. (dates TBD)

Program Logistics - Program dates for the 19-day (7th-8th grade) and 24-day (9th-10th grade) sessions are customized by each school district, commencing in mid-June and concluding between July and August, with flexibility based on district preferences. Sessions typically span 4-5 hours per day over 5 days a week, with precise scheduling
tailored to the specific needs of each district.

Location: Classes will be held in person in the Greater Bay Area and determined based on the best fit for the applicants' needs and availability. We partner with school districts as far north as Lodi and south as Soledad. Most heavily concentrated in the San Jose area.

Compensation:

Middle School Programs (19 days): $2,552 ($116 daily rate) (19 days, payroll taxes apply)

High School Programs (24 days): $3,915 ($145 daily rate) (24 days, payroll taxes apply)

* Full compensation includes complete fulfillment of all PL and PLC dates, daily class commitment, out-of-class prep, and required logistics.

Referral Bonus: Receive a $50 gift card when you and your referred College Mentor both complete the Summer Program!

Why [Computer Science] Innovate?

● Help students prepare for high school level computer science using a unique hands-on curriculum

● Provide high quality instructional support with project-based learning

Responsibilities | Duties

● Support up to 2-4 classrooms for project based CS instruction

● Provide IT support to teachers, students, and families

● Provide administrative support (e.g. calling parents and recording student attendance)

● Reinforce norms (e.g. supporting group discussions in person or via zoom)

● Serve as a mentor and positive role model to students

● Engage with students by asking questions during pair-share or small group sessions, support students during project work time

● Support with technology tools such as Google Classroom or Nearpod

● Support teacher and program with other various assigned tasks

Qualifications | Background

● Currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate

● Interest in working with 7th-10th grade students in an academic setting

● Demonstrated written, verbal, and digital communication skills

● Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an in-person or virtual classroom setting

● Proof of TB test results, fingerprinting, and i-9 document are required prior to working with students. Costs will be reimbursed by SVEF

● Access to reliable transportation

Apply Here: https://www.tfaforms.com/5101224

[Computer Science] Innovate Partners

Alum Rock Union School District - Lodi Unified School District - Orchard School District -Berryessa Union School District - Menlo Park City School District - Redwood City School District - East Side Union High School District - Milpitas Unified School District - San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District - Evergreen School District - Mount Pleasant School District - Santa Clara Unified School District - Franklin-McKinley School District -Oak Grove School District - Soledad Unified School District - ACE Charter Schools

SVEF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.