[CS] Innovate Teaching Assistant
Job description
[Computer Science]
Innovate
2023 Teaching Assistant Job DescriptTieoacnhing Assistant Job Description
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the future of our students, this is an
opportunity you won’t want to miss. Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply!
Silicon Valley Education Foundation has been partnering with school districts since 2008 to offer
direct-service classes. Our newest offering is [Computer Science] Innovate, [CS]I. Stepping into our
fifth year, we will be using a curriculum written by Microsoft and curated by our highly experienced
curriculum team.
[CS]I offers programs for rising 7th-10th graders.
Computer Science Program Details
- Program Orientation and Professional Learning (10 hours)
Harassment Training (waived for those who possess an up to date Certificate of
Paid Completion).
Professional
- Professional Learning Community (4 hours)
Meet with [CS]I Staff and other Teaching Assistants via Zoom to learn and share
common classroom approaches, work through misconceptions, and develop best
practices. (dates TBD)
Specific dates for the 19-day (7th-8th grade) and 24-day (9th-10th grade) programs are
determined by each district, starting mid-June (end dates vary between July and August).
Program Each session runs on average for 4-4.5 hours a day (4-5 days a week), but exact hours are
Logistics determined by district needs.
Duties includes tracking attendance, calling families to backfill open spots, being a role
model, student coding and project support, out-of-class prep, administrative tasks, and IT
support.
Location Classes will be held in person in the Greater Bay Area.
Middle School Programs (19 days): $2,420 (19 days, payroll taxes apply)
High School Programs (24 days): $2,970 (24 days, payroll taxes apply)
Compensation * Full compensation includes complete fulfillment of all PL and PLC dates, daily class
commitment, out-of-class prep, and required logistics.
Referral Bonus: Receive a $50 gift card when you and your referred College Mentor both
complete the Summer Program!
[Computer Science] Innovate
Teaching Assistant Job Description
Why [Computer Science] Innovate?
- Help students prepare for high school level computer science using a unique hands-on curriculum
- Provide high quality instructional support with project-based learning
Responsibilities | Duties
- Support up to 3 classrooms for project based CS instruction
- Provide IT support to teachers, students, and families
- Provide administrative support (e.g. calling parents and recording student attendance)
- Reinforce norms (e.g. supporting group discussions in person or via zoom)
- Serve as a mentor and positive role model to students
- Engage with students by asking questions during pair-share or small group sessions, support students
during project work time
- Support with technology tools such as Zoom, Google Classroom, or Nearpod
- Support teacher and program with other various assigned tasks
Qualifications | Background
- Currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate
- Interest in working with 7th-10th grade students in an academic setting
- Demonstrated written, verbal, and digital communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an in-person or virtual classroom setting
- Proof of TB test results, COVID-19 Vaccination and fingerprinting are required prior to working with
students. Costs will be reimbursed by SVEF
- Access to reliable transportation if in person, or reliable internet connection if virtual. (Internet access
Apply HERE now!
If you have any questions, please email max@svefoundation.org
[Computer Science] Innovate Partners
Alum Rock Union School District Lodi Unified School District Orchard School District
Berryessa Union School District Menlo Park City School District Redwood City School District
East Side Union High School District Milpitas Unified School District San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District
Evergreen School District Mount Pleasant School District Santa Clara Unified School District
Franklin-McKinley School District Oak Grove School District Soledad Unified School District
SVEF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.
1400 Parkmoor Avenue • Suite 200 • San Jose • 95126
elevate@svef.com • svef.com/elevate
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