Summer STEM Student Helper (High School Student) /Limited Defined Employee

Summer STEM Student Helper (High School Student) /Limited Defined Employee Mead WA Learning Services

• Mead, Washington This job is also posted in Mead WA Job Details

Job ID:

5708245

Application Deadline:

May 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jul 6, 2026 Job Description May 12, 2026 CLASSIFIED VACANCY Summer STEM Academy Student Helper (High School Student) Limited Defined Employee (LDE)

Location:

Northwood Middle School $1350. stipend July 6, 2026

• July 23, 2026 Monday
• Friday, 7:45am
• 2:00pm

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting and working collaboratively with the lead teacher to deliver daily lessons. Perform duties that are instructional in nature or deliver direct services to students. Serve in a position for which a teacher or another professional has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts. Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions,or supervised role-playing methods. Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips. Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage. Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress. Organize and label materials, and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills. Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development. Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities. Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current STEM student in the Mead School District Experience with K12 students in district approved activities, STEM events, and Summer STEM Academy Excellent communication skills Evidence of productive experience with problem-based learning

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to multi-task and work independently. Ability to handle complaints with patience and efficiency. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines. Excellent writing skills and demonstrated ability to develop written reports and action plans. Ability to project a positive and concern image to the public. Ability to handle complaints with patience and efficiency. Considerable knowledge of Windows, Macintosh and Chrome platform proficiency. Knowledge of school operations, preferred. Excellent organizational and communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A person working in this position will exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally while carrying, pushing, and/or pulling to move objects. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unaided and may liftover 50 pounds with the assistance of another person and/or a lift assist. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit; some stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching; and significant fine finger dexterity.

APPLICATION

Applicants interested in this position, must apply for this posting through a link to our online applicant system found on the website at www.mead354.org. Upload the required documents to your application. Below is a list of required materials. If you have questions regarding this process, you may contact Shelli Nemec at the District Administration Building or email shelli.nemec@mead354.org. The application, along with all required documents must be completed on or before 11:59pm, May 19, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

1. Your Resume 2. Your Letter of Interest, which speaks specifically to your abilities in the area you are applying 3. Three (3) dated and current letters of recommendation (within the last 3 years) 4. An unofficial copy of transcripts, if applicable Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Mead School District #354 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX/Civil Rights Officer, Josh Westermann, Section 504 Coordinator, Heather Havens and/or Affirmative Action officer, Keri Hutchins, at (509)465-6000 or via mail to 2323 E. Farwell Rd., Mead, WA, 99021. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (509) 465-6010. #35053594

Position Type:

Undefined LDE

Salary:

$1,350 to $1,350 Supplemental Contract Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required