<p>Description and Functions</p> <p>OpenUntilFilled</p> <p>GENERAL DESCRIPTION:</p> <p>The instructor will develop curriculum and lesson plans, and plan and implement course content and methods to meet the needs of Wyoming STARBASE Academy students.</p> <p>Human Resource Contact: Molly Skala / molly.skala@wyo.gov</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.</p> <ul> <li>Participates in the planning and development of the Curriculum, and the preparation of student materials and instructional materials. </li><li>Manages, teaches, and interacts with students in a classroom setting. </li><li>Administers assessment tests to students; measures & assesses results. </li><li>Plan and coordinate classes throughout the year and ensure the school district transportation department is available for transporting students to/from STARBASE and tour locations. </li><li>Assists with office duties related to the STARBASE program. </li><li>Confers with other staff regarding student needs and/or performance. Provides consultation on special needs students for other educational or program staff. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>PREFERENCES:</p> <p>Preference may be given to the candidate with a Bachelor's degree in STEM field or education.</p> <p>Preference may be given to the candidate with at least three years of experience in elementary education.</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of instruction of elementary children and adults -- planning for instruction; motivation; physical, mental, and emotional growth; learning styles; classroom management. </li><li>Knowledge of communication -- written and verbal -- must be able to write coherent and orderly reports; must be able to communicate with staff, parents, school and state staff, and students in both written and oral form. </li><li>Knowledge of effective communication with students in teaching settings is also required. </li><li>Knowledge of curriculum management and development. </li><li>Knowledge of science, technology, engineering, and math curriculum. </li><li>Knowledge of basic science, math, technology, teamwork, and goal setting pertinent to the curriculum. </li><li>Knowledge of basic computer software (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation) including the ability to utilize information resources on the internet and communication with e-mail. </li><li>Knowledge of software used in instruction such as PTC Pro-E Computer Aided Design Software. </li><li>Knowledge of the operation of computers, as well as videotape and DVD players in conjunction with multimedia projector. </li><li>Knowledge of understanding computers and their operations so as to take care of day-to-day operational problems. </li><li>Knowledge of policies and procedures established for the work system, acquired on the job. </li><li>Knowledge of agency rules and regulations. Knowledge of workings of state government. </li><li>Knowledge of program mission and vision. </li><li>Knowledge of the administrative process. </li><li>Knowledge of principles of customer service and process improvement. </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Bachelor's Degree (typically in Education)</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Teacher Aide</p> <p>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:</p> <p>Possession of or proof of ability to secure a Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board Certificate.</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Education & ExperienceSubstitution:</p> <p>4-6 years of progressive work (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Teacher Aide</p> <p>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:</p> <p>Possession of or proof of ability to secure a Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board Certificate.</p> <p>Necessary Special Requirements</p> <p>PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.</p> </li><li> <p>Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.</p> </li></ul> <p>NOTES:</p> <ul> <li>FLSA: Exempt </li><li>A Federal background check is required. </li></ul> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.</p> <p>URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm</p> <p>The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.</p> <p>Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.</p>