Outreach Instructor

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

Western Engineering Outreach is an organization run by Western Engineering which strives to increase the awareness of and cultivate interest in engineering and technology in young peoples through interactive and innovative programs in London, Ontario and the surrounding communities. Western Engineering Outreach offers exciting programs for elementary and high school students, as well as partnering with community organizations to reach as many aspiring minds as possible. These programs aim to inspire and empower students with engineering skills.

Responsibilities:

The Outreach Instructor supports the community programs of Western Engineering Outreach to provide outreach and engagement to youth in the London & Middlesex area as well as surrounding communities. Western Engineering Outreach provides a pathway for youth to experience Western Engineering firsthand and start their journey to potentially becoming future students at Western University.

Additionally through these outreach programs Western Engineering is able to support programs for underrepresented youth (Indigenous students and students of colour, female, low socio-economic status) who otherwise would not have access.

Key responsibilities for this position will include:

• Delivering programming to youth in grades SK-12
• Testing programming prior to delivery
• Prepping materials/kits for programming
• Developing and/or updating workshops or activities
• Delivering programming on-campus and at different locations, including in surrounding rural and Indigenous communities, on weekdays, evenings and on weekends

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum completion of Grade 11
• Enrolled in an Undergraduate program preferred

Experience:

• Experience or demonstrated interest working with children/youth
• Demonstrated interest in science and engineering

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Ability to follow processes with high attention to detail
• Presentation skills to deliver engaging and informative presentations that clearly explain information to audiences
• Using appropriate communication channels
• Ability to apply creativity, innovation and resourcefulness to daily work
• Ability to summarize information and disseminate to others effectively in a timely manner
• Ability to creatively adapt traditional methods, concepts, models or systems to new applications
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills to prioritize and consistently produce high-quality work
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Proficient computer skills Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University's events and activities, including evenings and weekends
• Experience and comfort working with technology, including micro:bits, dash robots and/or 3D printers, is an asset
• G license and access to a car is considered an asset

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector, criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.