• Job Description

  Req#: 23498

  Department Overview:	BadgerBots Robotics We create exciting STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) learning opportunities for kids of all ages in an open, collaborative environment. Basically? We build kids by getting them to build robots. We let them squirm, flail, and even fail, but we make sure they learn, have fun, and keep going. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 7615 Discovery Drive, Middleton, Wisconsin 53562, United States | https://www.badgerbots.org
  Anticipated Start Date	6/3/24
  Anticipated End Date	8/23/24
  Anticipated Hours Per Week	40
  Schedule:	Three shift types are possible, depending on the camp topic schedule. All Day (includes 30 minute lunch break) 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mornings 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Afternoons 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  Salary/Wage Range:	Hourly $11.00 to $18.00
  Number Of Positions	10
  Position Summary/Job Duties:	Summer Camp Instructor Seasonal position from June 3, 2024 to August 23, 2024 Hours per week: 20–40 Location: BadgerBots headquarters in Middleton and/or EAGLE School in Fitchburg Wage: $15–$17/hr Our instructors lead week-long camps. We’ll give you the curriculum, and you’ll put it into action! Duties include: Presenting lessons in a fun, engaging way Managing a class (transitioning between activities, keeping the class on task, enforcing behavior expectations) Effectively working with other instructors and camp counselors Setting up materials before each session and cleaning up at the end Assisting with camper check-in, lunch, and check-out Cleaning up the facility Completing tasks as assigned by camp director Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check. Summer Camp Counselor Seasonal position from June 3, 2024 to August 23, 2024 Hours per week: 20–40 Location: BadgerBots headquarters in Middleton and/or EAGLE School in Fitchburg Wage: $11–$13/hr Counselors support instructors by working one-on-one with students. Duties include: Helping to set up, clean up, and distribute class materials Answering student questions Working one-on-one with students Troubleshooting computer and equipment issues as the instructor leads the rest of the class Participating in team building and lunch time activities Cleaning up the facility Completing tasks as assigned by camp director or instructors Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check. Summer Camp Site Administrator Seasonal position from June 3, 2024 to August 23, 2024 Hours per week: 20–40 Location: BadgerBots headquarters in Middleton and/or EAGLE School in Fitchburg Wage: $16–$18/hr Our site administrator will oversee BadgerBots camps at our second location at EAGLE School in Fitchburg and support the staff working there. Admin must be able to work at both locations. Duties include: Coordinating camp workings with the Summer Camp Director Maintaining weekly rosters and the registration system Facilitating camper check in and check out daily Serving as the mail call and email contact for the second site Subbing as needed for camp instructors Assigning breaks, cleaning and other duties to instructors and counselors Acting as point person for first aid and emergency situations (training provided) Assisting instructors with lesson content, student and classroom management Maintaining inventory of classroom supplies and other equipment for camps Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.
  Qualifications:	We’re looking for candidates who have experience working with kids in camp or club programs, K-12 education, or any other youth mentoring role. We’re particularly interested in capable public speakers, as well as those who can think on their feet, can adapt to their students’ learning styles, and love teaching STEM topics in a really hands-on way. We’d love if you have some familiarity with the following: Scratch or other block-based code languages, LEGO Mindstorms, Minecraft, 3D Printing and CAD, JavaScript, Python, or other programming languages. But it’s not necessary—we can teach you what you need to know. Check out our summer camp topics here: https://www.cogran.io/index.html?badgerbots#/. Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.
  Application Instructions:	Please send a cover letter and resume to Executive Director Mark Rushton at mrushton@badgerbots.org.
  Contact:	Org: BadgerBots Robotics Contact: Mark Rushton Web: www.badgerbots.org Email: mrushton@badgerbots.org

• About the company

  The University of Wisconsin is a top-ranked research institution located in Madison, Wisconsin, providing exceptional education opportunities to undergraduates, graduate and professional students.

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