Teacher/Training Specialist, Starbase Program

Announcement Number: 1504750056

STATE OF NEVADA OFFICE OF THE MILITARY
OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL
2460 FAIRVIEW DRIVE
CARSON CITY, NEVADA 89701-6807

Teacher/Training Specialist, Starbase Program

Position Location: Henderson, Nevada
Recruitment Open To:All qualified applicants
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: Recruitment needs are satisfied

Job Description:
The teacher/training specialist implements and instructs all STARBASE lessons, performing in a manner
that inspires students and creates memorable, positive learning experiences. This position coordinates
closely with a teaching assistant and reports directly to the deputy director.

Qualifications:
The teacher/training specialist is required to have a variety of education skills, aptitude, knowledge, and
experiences:
• Bachelor's degree in education with an emphasis in science and math
• Valid Nevada teaching license
• Strong computer skills (Windows and Mac preferable) Easily adaptable and capable of learning
new technological systems (including software) quickly
• Dynamic communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments, meeting deadlines, and adapting to
• changing priorities while maintaining a positive, effective, and professional approach Possess
classroom management skills that foster a rich learning environment which is inspiring
• for students
• Possess classroom management skills that are flexible and highly adaptable to the unique
• aspects of individual classroom groups and individual student needs
• Ability to supervise and work as a team member

Duties and RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Classroom Operations
1. Provide classroom instruction of approved curriculum, ensuring to present it in a manner
that is engaging, hands-on, and inspiring to and actively involves the students
2. Coordinate with the director and deputy director to develop and implement a daily
instructional schedule for delivery of curriculum
3. In coordination with the deputy director and director, develop new curriculum for submittal
and approval by the curriculum committee
4. Suggest modification and enhancement of existing curriculum with direction and guidance
JOE LOMBARDO
Governor
ONDRA L. BERRY
Major General
The Adjutant General from the deputy director and director
5. Provide input for updates, correction, and improvement to student logbook
6. Maintain instructional materials (logbooks, Eggbert kits, 3D printed key chains, etc.) and
expendable supplies inventory, notifying the office manager as supplies require
replenishment
7. Plan and assist with the development and implementation of advanced summer academies
8. Schedule and secure hands-on STEM workplace visits, utilizing the assets and personnel
available at Nevada National Guard Armory, Henderson
9. Update and modify electronic presentation to maintain currency, relevance, and active
engagement of students
10. Maintain and ensure accuracy and completion of all school and visiting student records and
forms
11. Develop and maintain professional relationships with visiting school administrators, faculty,
staff, and parents
12. Develop and maintain professional relationships with applicable 72nd Military Police
Company and ARNG Honor Guard personnel and representatives, extending the same
professional courtesies to guests at the Nevada National Guard Armory, Henderson such as
Nevada TAG, 72nd Military Police Company, ARNG Honor Guard, and ARNG Commanders
13. Organize instructional materials within classroom as well as shared workroom

B. Staff/Classroom Management
1. Utilize classroom management practices that adapt to the extensive diversification of
individual classrooms and students
2. Implement classroom management practices that engage and inspire participants through
hands-on learning opportunities
3. Supervise teaching assistants, in a manner that is efficient and stimulates active, cooperative
participation
4. Oversee and manage the efficient set-up and breakdown of all classroom activities

C. Professional Development
1. Work collaboratively with the director and deputy director to plan and implement
professional development activities that promote individual and organizational growth and
lead to overall improvement
2. Utilize time as appropriate and available for personal and collaborative professional
development
3. Participate in all training for security, safety, and emergency procedures, including fire
evacuation, severe weather procedures, and facility lock-down
4. Assist the deputy director and director in the coordination, supervision, implementation,
and development of standard processes for the professional growth of new and existing
support personnel (i.e., teaching assistants)
5. Actively participate in professional development that can effectively enhance the program,
including STARBASE conference and workshops

D. Facility Operations
1. Maintain general upkeep of student-used restroom facilities, including replenishment of
supplies
2. Maintain and upkeep appearance and cleanliness of classroom on a daily basis, including but
not limited to vacuuming, sanitation of tables and chairs, and replenishment of hand
sanitizer and paper towels 3. Ensure proper and appropriate sanitation of all equipment/material used to conduct
experiments and activities
4. Properly secure doors and access to the Nevada National Guard Armory, Henderson
5. At least once daily, or more regularly as weather conditions may require it, inspect
entrance/exits to maintain safe access and egress
6. Maintain computer lab, including but not limited to replenishing modeling and support
material for 3D printer, refilling hand sanitizer and postcard printer paper, and ensuring
overall cleanliness, particularly near the 3D printer and instructor workstation
7. Maintain and update, as is appropriate and needed, classroom bulletin boards
8. Actively engage in practicing general cleanliness of Nevada National Guard Armory,
Henderson, maintaining its welcoming, comfortable appearance.

To Apply: Submit your resume to:

The Office of the Military
Attn: Valarie Wilson, Human Resource Manager
2460 Fairview Dr.
Carson City, NV 89701
vwilson@govmail.state.nv.us
775-884-8456



Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

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