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SFU Applied Sciences Outreach - School Year Programs Hiring [Applied Sciences]

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SFU Applied Sciences Outreach - School Year Programs

SFU Applied Sciences Outreach (with Science AL!VE) strives to engage youth in hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, Mathematics) programs to build measurable skills and improve self-confidence. Aligned with the SFU Faculty of Applied Sciences’ mandate, we aim to dispel stereotypes in the field of science and engineering and work towards achieving diversity and inclusion. We work to empower those traditionally under-represented groups in STEAM by developing barrier-free programs for girls, at-risk youth, and Indigenous communities.

SFU Applied Sciences Outreach (with Science AL!VE) acknowledges the unceded Traditional Coast Salish Lands including the Tsleil-Waututh (səlil̓ w̓ətaʔɬ), Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛə̓ m), Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw) and Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəyə̓ m) Nations.

SFU Applied Sciences Outreach (with Science AL!VE) is guided by SFU's Equitable Employment policy: The goal of employment equity at Simon Fraser University is to ensure that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications, such as gender or race. Consistent with this principle, the University will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the workforce, including but not limited to Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women (the designated groups); ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the university, and treat equitably all employees.

Please upload a PDF copy of your most updated resume. No cover letter necessary.

Junior STEAM Instructor, Science AL!VE

STEAM Instructor, Science AL!VE

You may select more than one option if you'd like to be considered for multiple positions.

Work Locations

This position could require work at SFU Surrey, SFU Burnaby or off-site community locations around the Lower Maindland. 

Note: Instructors will have the ability to pick and choose shifts to commit to at least a month ahead of time subject to their availability, but must be willing to travel to assigned work locations. Being unable to work a variety of programs and events will disqualify you from this position. 

Previous Experience

Indicate whether you have experience with youth in a classroom or camp setitng. 

Note: Previous experience is not a requirement for our positions, but is regarded as an asset.

If you are enthusiastic and passionate about working with youth—we welcome you to apply!

Question 1

What motivated you to apply to join the SFU Applied Sciences Outreach (with Science AL!VE) team? 

Question 2

Do you have past experiences relevant to the position(s) you are applying for? (e.g., leadership, management, or teaching). This can be at the K-12 level or higher, or with your peers. Why do you think it is important to introduce STEAM topics to school-aged students. 

Question 3

Do you have past experience teaching coding and technology concepts? This can be teaching at the K-12 level or to your peers. Why do you think it is important to introduce concepts of computer science to school-aged youth?

Note: You do not need to having coding and technology experience to apply to the instructor role. This information is help for when and if we run coding and technology related programs and events.

If you do not have experience, please feel free to skip this question. 

Question 3b

Please indicate which applications and tools you have experience and are familiar with. If you select "others" for this question, please provide details. You may select more than one. 

Question 4

Consider a few of your strengths within the context of the position(s) you are applying for and provide a brief explanation of how you can apply those strengths to your position(s).

Question 5

Do you have experience working with youths who face barriers? If so, please tell us about the adaptations you made to ensure programming was accessible and inclusive.

One or two examples for this question suffices, please concisely summarize: 

1. The context or challenge faced by the youth

2. The solution that you implemented

Question 6

Please summarize in a few lines why you believe you're well suited for the Junior/STEAM Instructor position with Science AL!VE. 

Question 7

What is your availability this semester? How many hours are you looking to work this term? 

Note: Please keep in mind that most programs and events are hosted on a Monday, Friday or weekend. 

Question 8

We have a schedule of tenative programs and events for the semester, and would like to gather information on which programs and events you may be available to instructor for. 

Note: This is not a confirmed schedule, it is meant to help the administrative team to plan accordingly. We will seek confirmation of availability upon sucess of your potential hiring. However, training be held on Saturday, October 12th and 19th at SFU Surrey! 

Please indicate which dates you would be available to teach or lead an activity, event, or program. 

Note: If the program or event does not have a specified location, it can be assumed that it will occur at SFU Burnaby, but in some cases it will be SFU Surrey

Question 9: Criminal Record Check & Standard First Aid Certification

If you are a successful candidate, do you agree to provide a current first aid certification and a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check prior to starting your position? First aid certificates and criminal record checks are employment requirements and thus any fees incurred to obtain these are not reimbursed.

Question 10: Final Thoughts and Comments

Is there anything else you want to share with the hiring committee? You can use this opportunity to highlight anything about yourself and your fit for this role otherwise it can be skipped. 

Next Steps:

Thank you for your interest in working with SFU Applied Sciences Outreach (with Science AL!VE)! We will review your application shortly. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

You will receive another email with the subject "CourSys: You have been assigned a sheet in a form submitted" that will inform you of our decision.

If you are invited for an interview, this form will contain a link where you can submit your availability for an interview and 2 references. Please look out for this email.

If you have any questions, please contact Mary at sciencealive@sfu.ca.

Sincerely, SFU Applied Sciences Outreach

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