InSTEM Program Coordinator

at  University of Lethbridge

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., education, STEM, Indigenous Studies)

Experience:

• 1-2 years working with youth or education, with a focus on working with Indigenous communities.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Intimate and working knowledge of the current structures of the Blackfoot People and other local Indigenous Peoples.
• Working knowledge of the Alberta K-12 Curriculum.
• Experience working with youth and adults in an educational capacity.
• High attention to detail and safety considerations when working with minors.
• Digital literacy, problem-solving, and adaptability are essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills, highly adaptable to changing schedules.
• Strong ability to relate and connect with Indigenous learners.
• Lived Experience: Indigenous identity or demonstrated experience navigating barriers faced by Indigenous communities is highly valued.

Additional Requirements:

• Standard First Aid and CPR.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector clearance.
• A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License with no more than 6 demerits and submission of a motor vehicle record (driver abstract) dated within 3 months of the posting close is required.
• Familiarity with Blackfoot or Indigenous languages (preferred).

• Community Engagement & Representation: Build authentic relationships with Indigenous communities, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers to ensure cultural protocols and Traditional Knowledge are respected in program design and delivery.
• Program Development & Delivery: Lead the creation, coordination, and evaluation of both on-campus and off-campus InSTEM programs, including camps, workshops, and land-based learning experiences, aligned with the Alberta K-12 curriculum and Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action.
• Staff Supervision & Training: Train and mentor InSTEM and DE instructors, ensuring professional growth and effective delivery of culturally sensitive STEM programming.
• Promotion & Outreach: Develop promotional materials, manage partnerships with schools and community organizations, and collaborate with university departments to foster student engagement.
• Operational Management: Oversee logistics for all programs, including scheduling, registration, travel arrangements, and program statistics for reporting to funders and stakeholders