The Extension Assistant position exists to provide the leadership for planning, implementing and evaluating the Outdoor STEM (Science, technology, engineering and math) Education Program at the Clyde York 4-H Center, in Crossville, TN. The assistant is expected to: deliver current, researched-based subject matter information and educational programs for students and teachers in grades kindergarten through twelve based on Tennessee's Education Curriculum Guidelines; Develop a strong working relationship with school systems; Recruit and train capable teaching staff and volunteers; Maintain self-supported funding for the STEM Education Program; Establish a working relationship with other local, state and federal agencies; Develop and implement a marketing plan targeted to youth, educators, and stakeholders for the purpose of participant recruitment, securing monetary support, and showcasing program outcomes. During 4-H Summer Camp, the Educator assists in overall camp coordination and logistics. This includes planning and delivering engaging STEM-based activities that enhance the summer camp experience.
Assist with the leadership for planning, implementing and evaluating the STEM Education and summer camping programs; Deliver current, research-based subject matter information and educational programs for students and teachers in grades K - 12 based on Tennessee’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Curriculum Guidelines; Develop a strong working relationship with school systems throughout Eastern/Central Tennessee. Recruit and train capable teaching staff and volunteers; Develop and implement a marketing plan targeted to youth, educators, and stakeholders for the purpose of participant recruitment, securing monetary support, and showcasing program outcomes; Maintain self-supported funding for the STEM Education Program; Assist with developing and maintain a budget following purchasing procedures within the scope of the University for the STEM Education Program; Continue the development and securing of external funds via gifts, contracts, and other funding sources in support of the STEM and summer camping programs; Establish a working relationship with other local, state, and federal agencies; Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, religion or veteran status; Plan and coordinate with the Clyde York 4-H Center Director as well as other professional staff to implement STEM programming; Assist with other duties assigned by the Clyde York 4-H Center Director. Work nights and weekends as needed with overnight groups across the 4-H Center mission areas.
Maintain updated equipment and adequate supplies for the delivery of a quality educational and summer 4-H program; Assist with training staff in job responsibilities, curricula and safety procedures, Interviewing and assisting in hiring staff; Responsible for the planning and delivery of outdoor STEM programming during the school year as well as during the summer; Develop work schedules for regular and term staff for the program; Schedule outdoor STEM education events at facilities under the direction and approval of the 4-H Center Director; Collaborate effectively with internal and external groups in support of program efforts; Assist with other duties as necessary or assigned by the Clyde York 4-H Center Director.
Assist 4-H center staff with daily operations. Assist with other duties including, but not limited to: grounds maintenance, facilities turnover, cooking/grilling, housekeeping, tending to group needs, providing programming to UT and outside rental groups, etc. Assist with other duties as necessary or assigned by the 4-H Center Director and State 4-H Program Leader.