Program Administrator Summer STEM Camp

FUNDING SOURCE: Title IV

REPORTS TO:  Director of Digital and Learning Resources & Director of STEM and Innovation

DEPARTMENT: Digital and Learning Resources

DATE REVISED:  March 18, 2024

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Effectively oversee and support daily operations of the 2024 Summer STEM Camp.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:  

• Master’s Degree in Related Field Preferred

Examples;

• Library and Information Science
• Instructional Technology

• Valid Texas teacher’s certificate 

Preferred Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of effective best instructional strategies for upper elementary learners
• Knowledge of effective classroom management   
• Experience supporting the acquisition of STEM fluency skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of content TEKS, Technology Application TEKS, and ISTE Standards

Preferred Minimum Experience: 

• Experience supporting/training other educators in STEM Instruction
• At least two years (2) years of experience and exceptional performance in STEM instruction. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Facilitate training for the STEM Camp Program. Effectively implement a STEM Camp Program curriculum. Ensure schedule runs smoothly, coordinate efforts of clerks to support the program and instruction. Promote a positive, caring climate for student learning. Deal sensitively and fairly with persons across diverse cultural backgrounds. Maintain positive, collaborative and supportive relationships with students and other staff. Comply with district policy and procedures as well as state/federal laws related to digital integration including, but not limited to, FERPA, COPPA, and CIPA, on an ongoing basis. Appropriate dress is required as per IISD Dress Code.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Supervise implementation of Summer STEM Camp program by teachers and support 

staff. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:   Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). 

Safety:  Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidents immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.