Instructor STARBASE Idaho

Posting Begin Date: 2025/01/23

Posting End Date: 2025/02/05

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Boise, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 29.17

Maximum Salary: 37.92

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 25-05-N

POSITION TITLE: Instructor, STARBASE Idaho

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all applicants

PAY GRADE/RANGE: NGA-9 ($29.17 to $37.92 hourly / $60,672 to $78,879 annually)

TYPE OF POSITION: Civilian non-classified

SUMMARY: This position is assigned to the Department of Defense (DoD) STARBASE Idaho Program, functioning within the State of Idaho – Military Division. The primary purpose of this position is to perform the daily operations and activities of the DoD STARBASE Idaho Program designed to provide Title I elementary school 5th grade students stimulating “hands on” training in math, science, technology and motivational goal-setting/self-esteem activities to help youth achieve a great future. Incumbent’s work efforts provide support by delivering DoD STARBASE lessons and conducting educational activities that support youth in a math, science, engineering, and technology education improvement program, and by exposing them to the technological environment and positive role models found on a military installation. Assists with student daily care, community projects, and mentoring services for students. Assists in the effort to keep school administrators and parents informed of ongoing program functions.

YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:

• Military Division Mandatory Questions – Attach your individual responses

• Mandatory Requirements - Attach your individual responses

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Attach your DETAILED individual responses

• When required - Attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, or training certificates; or professional licenses, certifications or registrations

** If not provided, your application will be considered INCOMPLETE.

MILITARY DIVISION MANDATORY QUESTIONS:

(1) Except for minor traffic offenses, have you ever entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or had a withheld judgment to a felony offense? If YES, please explain on a separate paper and attach it to your application.

(2) Do you certify that I am a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or a Foreign National with authorization to work in the United States?

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

(1) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver’s license (from any state). Provide your driver’s license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license. (Do not provide a copy of your driver’s license.)

(2) Must submit to and pass an OPM Federal Childcare National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI) investigation, including a complete ten (10) finger fingerprint card or scan, upon offer of employment. Must submit to and pass a DAI SAAR (DD 2875) request. Must agree to submit to periodic rechecks in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. (At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager is required prior to appointment into this position.)

(3) Must agree to attend/accomplish required job training as determined by the supervisor, including continuing education necessary to maintain Idaho educator credentials. Must be willing to travel occasionally for special school year or summer programs/ DoD STARBASE training.

(4) Must meet one of the following mandatory requirements. List the requirement(s) that you meet and provide applicable documentation (unofficial transcripts accepted) and/or detailed response for professional level work experience:

• A Bachelor's or higher degree in education from an accredited college or university. Preferred candidates will have a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) focused curriculum; OR

• Four years of any combination of college-level education, training and/or professional teaching experience which provided a thorough knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) concepts and instruction.

(5) Must have and maintain a current Idaho Educator Certification, or have the ability to obtain within six months of appointment. (Provide copy or explanation of progress toward certification with your application.)

(6) Must have and maintain a current Idaho CPR Certification or be willing to get certification within 6 months of appointment at employer expense. (Provide copy with your application.)

(7) Must commit to work actively toward the continuous improvement of the Idaho STARBASE Program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Must have 36-months of specialized experience performing duties

(1) Knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) curriculum, and an understanding of how to implement a variety of technologies in the class setting.

(2) Skill in working with children, and the ability to create an effective learning environment which emphasizes Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) concepts; and the ability to constantly evaluate students for comprehension of presented information and to diversify as needed to create an interactive learning environment.

(3) Knowledge of and/or experience in differentiating instruction for students with varying needs (i.e.: ELL, Title I, students with IEPs or 504s).

(4) Ability to recognize and evaluate effective instruction practices and classroom management skills; and to work in a variety of instructional settings including, but not limited to, solo teaching, team- teaching, station teaching and co-teaching.

(5) Knowledge of adolescent development; ability to implement a strong classroom management system; and an understanding of diversification and its implementation in a class setting; and an understanding of various aspects of curriculum and competency in managing an adaptive curriculum.

(6) Ability to deliver objectives from a variety of technological sources; interpretative skills to function as a translator between the students and technology; and ability to develop and articulate connections between technology and real-life situations and environments.

(7) Skill in organizational, administrative, problem-solving, conflict-resolving and record-keeping abilities.

(8) Ability and willingness to devote time as needed for quality communication and effective relationships with military personnel, school principals and instructors, students, parents and volunteers.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Monica at[email protected]