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About the Organization:

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.

Resume: 

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

Job Descriptions:

Team Lead, Summer Academy

STEAM Instructor, Summer Academy

STEAM & Coding Instructor, Summer Academy

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Please indicate which position(s) you are applying for: 

• Team Lead, Summer Academy
• STEAM Instructor, Summer Academy
• STEAM & Coding Instructor, Summer Academy

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

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Work Locations

This position will require applicants to travel to elementary schools around the Lower Mainland (May/June) and to facilitate Summer Camps at SFU Burnaby (July/August). All trainings and prep work will be held at SFU Burnaby.

Work Locations: Lower Mainland & SFU Burnaby: 

• Yes, I am able to commit to these work locations.
• No, I am not able to commit to these work locations.

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Previous Experience

Indicate whether you have experience with youth in a classroom or camp setitng. Please note: Previous experience is not a requirement for our positions and simply an asset.

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

Previous Experience: 

• Yes, I have experience working with youth in a classroom or camp setting.
• No, I do not have experience working with youth in a classroom or camp setting.

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Question 1

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

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Question 2a

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. If you are applying to the STEAM & Coding Instructor, Summer Academy position, skip to the next question.

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Question 2b

If you are applying for STEAM & Coding Instructor, Summer Academy position, tell us about your experience in teaching coding and technology. 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-age students?

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Question 2c

Please indicate your fimiliarity with the following tools. If you select "others" for this question, please provide details. 

Options for Q2c:

• Scratch
• Thunkable
• MakeCode
• App Inventor
• Other

If you select "other," please explain here::

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Question 3

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).

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Question 4

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.

If not, how might you approach the teaching environment for youth who face barriers? 

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Question 5

Are you fully available for all the shifts listed in the job posting? If not, please provide your explanation.

Please note: We are unable to accommodate leaves of absences longer than 5 business days (a week including the weekend) as this is a full-time, short-term contract. 

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Question 6: Canada Summer Job Eligibility

This position is partially funded by the Canada Summer Job (CSJ) grant. To be eligible for CSJ funding, we need to be aware of whether applying candidates must meet the three criteria below:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period;
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

If you do not meet these criteria, you are still able to apply — this is simply a requirement from some of our funding that our team needs to be aware of. 

Q6 Answer: Do you meet all three criteria above?:

— Yes, I am between the ages of 15-30, a Canadian citizen/Permanent Resident/Legally entitled to work in Canada. No, I am not eligible for the Canada Summer Job grant.

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Question 7: Criminal Record Check & First Aid

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.

Q7 Answer: 

Yes No

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Interview Information

Applicants will be asked to please prepare a three- to five-minute demonstration on a a science, technology, engineering, art&design, and mathematics (STEAM) related topic/concept of your choice. Your goal is to teach the audience something cool in a short, fun, engaging, and thought-provoking way for the committee to assess your teaching skills. We highly suggest using props rather than PowerPoint slides. 

Interviews will be group interviews held in-person at SFU Burnaby for applicants local to the Lower Mainland, but those who are outside of the Lower Mainland will be given the opportunity to have an online interview. 

In-person interview dates: Saturday March 30, April 6, April 13 and April 20th.

Online interview dates: Thursday, March 28; Sunday, April 7 and Sunday, April 14. 

Location: 

• I am a local applicant and will attend an in-person interview.
• I am an out-of-province applicant and can only attend an online interview.

Interview Availability: 

• Saturday, March 30 (in-person)
• Saturday, April 6 (in-person)
• Saturday, April 13 (in-person)
• Saturday, April 20 (in-person)
• Thursday, March 28 (online)
• Sunday, April 7 (online)
• Sunday, April 14 (online)

Please choose ALL of the dates you are able to attend an interview.

Additional 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 the position(s) you have applied for.

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What's next?

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

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 (with Science AL!VE)

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