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Youth Science Institute (YSI)YSI School and Group Science Programs Program

YSI Vasona Lake Park

Science & Nature Center and Administration

333 Blossom Hill Road

Los Gatos, CA 95032Map this

Bring your class or group to YSI's Science and Nature Centers for a hands-on nature based science program. %newline% %newline%Can’t come to us? YSI will bring the program to you with our At-School Programs. %newline% %newline%The heart of YSI's service to the community are its School and Group Programs. The varied programs...

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Name: Christy King
Position: Program Administrator
Email: christy@ysi-ca.org
Phone: 408-356-4945 x12

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YSI Adjunct Science InstructorYouth Science Institute (YSI) is a nonprofit Silicon Valley leader in hands-on science education. We partner with nature to teach science to 30,000 pre-school through 12th grade students annually. YSI school programs, after-school programs, and summer camps bridge today’s critical science education gap to inspire enthusiasm for science and a love of learning. YSI’s programs cover a variety of topics and take on a variety of forms - from nature hikes on our local trails, to making lots of noise in a study of the physics of sound, to indoor live animal programs where students get to touch snakes, turtles, and more. YSI programs are hands-on, experiential, and inquiry based. Responsibilities: *Teach hands-on environmental, biological, and physical science programs to pre-K – 12th grade students *Teach children in an engaging and enthusiastic manner * Read and understand program curricula * Ensure the safety and well-being of children *Exhibit maturity, diplomacy and common sense in working with parents, children, and staff Desired Qualifications: *Ability to teach children grades pre-K through 12th *Degree in science, education or environmental studies preferred; similar coursework is helpful *Excellence in the following skill areas: Written, verbal and visual communication; planning and implementation; working independently, and working collaboratively * Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service * Self-motivated, flexible and energetic * Willingness to learn new skills * Personable individual who enjoys working with the public * Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds for short distances * Ability to sustain physical activity, such as hiking * Posses a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and have access to a car Terms of Employment * This is an on-call position. * Salary range is $12.60 to $14.70 per hour depending on experience and education. * Any offer of employment is contingent upon finger printing, background check, and TB test. The finger printing and background check are done at the expense of the applicant Please send your cover letter, resume and YSI job application to: Ken Sakoi, Education and Site Manager Youth Science Institute 296 Garden Hill Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032 Fax: (408) 358-3683 Phone: (408) 356-4945 ext. 27 E-mail: sakoi@ysi-ca.org
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