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Summer Coding and Robotics Educator University of California Los Angeles Requisition Number: JPF10309 Summer Program Dates: June 23rd – July 11th Description Geffen Academy educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but is created. Geffen Academy educators possess a sophisticated and reflective understanding of their discipline and a record of achievement. This achievement demonstrates their ability to utilize and to contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Educators’ innovation is guided by our school’s mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and we also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy educators seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community. Summary This summer enrichment coding class welcomes students, catering to both beginners and those with prior coding experience. Students will explore a variety of programming languages, including Python, Java, HTML, and Scratch. The course is designed to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where students can learn from one another. Beginners will receive step-by-step guidance, while more advanced students can progress at their own pace, diving deeper into complex projects. The summer enrichment robotics class welcomes students, catering to both beginners and those with prior robotics experience. Students will explore a variety of robots, largely through VEX IQ and VEX EXP. Familiarity with these robots will be essential to successful instruction. Students will work in small groups and will compete with one another. Under the direction of the Summer Program Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the Educator will create the courses of study, prepare materials, and deliver excellent Summer Coding and Summer Robotics enrichment courses for Geffen Academy’s Summer Program students. The classes are 90 minutes long and take place over a 3-week period. The course will be taught in-person on Geffen Academy’s campus. Job Duties Consistent with Geffen Academy’s goals, participate in the design and development of curricula that develops an innovator’s mindset in students. Create opportunities for students and build excitement in coding and in robotics. Create a learning environment where students feel safe, welcome, and challenged. Be available to students and parents for any and all department related issues. This list of duties is not exhaustive. To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10309 The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction jeid-002d38a2862489499f0238c430a12b59