COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC. 

Job Title:                 Fab Lab Instructor I/II/III

Department:           Youth Education

Reports To:            Fab Lab Program Manager/Coordinator

Supervises:            None

FLSA Status:          Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:             N4 (I), N5 (II), N6 (III)

Job Type:               Regular, Full-Time

AKBCU: No            ICPA: Yes

 

General Functions:

The Fab Lab Instructor is responsible for learning and teaching the software, material, and equipment used in the Fab Lab. This position develops and implements Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)-enrichment modules in select schools and/or on-site in the Fab Lab, plans and implements camp sessions, program implementation, and community STEM events. Working in partnership with our people, the Fab Lab Instructor helps develop opportunities that fulfill our endless potential by creating culturally infused fabrication-based learning experiences for Alaska Native and American Indian youth. The role requires strong technical proficiency, mentorship abilities, and dedication to advancing STEM education through hands-on digital fabrication.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Fab Lab Instructor I

• Serve as a mentor to participants and volunteers.
• Implement culturally infused fabrication-based STEM-enrichment modules to classrooms/programs.
• Provide after-school based instruction to youth.
• Participate in training.
• Conduct Fab Lab tours.
• Supervise youth whenever they are present in the Fab Lab including projects, camp sessions, and school break sessions.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed by all participants during in-school, after-school, and camp activities, including activities conducted on the CITC campus, during the transportation of youth to outside events and camps, and activities held offsite.
• Maintain confidentiality according to regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Fab Lab Instructor II

• Perform all duties and responsibilities of Fab Lab Instructor I with a high level of proficiency and responsibility.
• Draft safety procedures and lab manuals and update as needed.
• Develop and document culturally infused, STEM-enrichment education modules (project-based Instructables).
• Organize STEM-enrichment camps and community STEM-events in coordination with others or individually.
• Develop and maintain relationships with potential community partners.
• Transport students, as needed, to class sites, on field trips, cultural/STEM camps, or other locations within the State of Alaska.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data and information.

Fab Lab Instructor III

• Perform all duties and responsibilities of Fab Lab Instructor I and II with an advanced level of proficiency and responsibility.
• Act as a resource, mentor, and trainer for all Fab Lab Instructors and Media Arts and Design (MAD) Coaches in the department.
• Orient new staff to the Fab Lab's systems and processes, train on equipment use and how to implement culturally infused STEM modules.
• Provide training and education to other employees as needed, answering questions according to standard procedures and best practices.
• Act as the Lead Fab Lab Instructor for the Fab Lab and YES Department, and work across programs to ensure consistent services are provided to youth and partners.
• Make meaningful improvements to services, programs and processes, and organizational effectiveness that add value for participants and employees in the Fab Lab.
• Assist with bridging the Fab Lab and YE Department with organizational wide STEM initiatives.

Job Specifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency in Fab Lab software, equipment, and tools with ability to instruct others and become proficient in CITC Fab Lab safety rules and project plans.
• Experience with variety of technology and design software programs with understanding of tool safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as contributory team member while performing under pressure with many priorities.
• Sound judgment when interacting with staff and participants of various ages and backgrounds in non-judgmental manner, developing effective relationships with supervisors, co-workers, youth participants, parents, and general public.
• Ability to solve practical problems with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Knowledge and understanding of Fab Lab operations, CITC personnel policies, and the social, educational, training, and cultural needs of the Alaska Native/American Indian community.
• Ability to travel to schools within Anchorage School District and across Alaska, with capability to set up and take down mobile Fab Labs.

Minimum Core Competencies:

CITC Values, Respectful Leadership, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving/Critical Thinking, Communication Skills.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Continued employment is contingent upon completion of satisfactory state and federal fingerprint criminal background check.
• Valid Alaska driver's license and insurable under CITC's automotive insurance, which requires a driver to be at least 21 years of age and have had a driver's license for at least three years.

Fab Lab Instructor I

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in working with youth.
• Minimum of 2 years performing STEM-related activities, providing instruction or similar experience.
• Basic knowledge of tools and equipment.

Fab Lab Instructor II

• Associate degree in education, STEM-related field, the arts, or related field. Year-for-year equivalent experience working in education, STEM-related field or the arts may be substituted.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with youth.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with a variety of design software.
• Proficient knowledge or experience with some Fab Equipment or tools.

Fab Lab Instructor III

• Bachelor's degree in education, STEM-related field, the arts, or related field. Year for year equivalent experience working in education, STEM-related field or the arts may be substituted.
• Minimum 4 years' experience working with youth.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with a variety of design software.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with Alaska Native families, and knowledge of their values and belief systems.
• Proficient in all Fab equipment and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in working with Alaska Native/American Indian youth.
• Current First Aid and CPR.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Good manual dexterity.
• Standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, by utilizing proper lifting techniques and working in a safe manner.
• The ability to wear the appropriate PPE.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• A good sense of spatial awareness.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, dust, noise level.
• Must be able to handle heavy materials and tools.

 

Disclaimer
The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.