2013 Volunteer and Assistant Instructor Application
Science AL!VE is a not-for-profit science education program based out of Simon Fraser
University’s Burnaby campus. The goal of the program is to
expose youth to the exciting
worlds of
SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, and TECHNOLOGY and to inspire them to want
to learn more. Science AL!VE develops exciting hands-on activities that are completely
different from what kids experience at school. Science AL!VE runs many programs
throughout the year, including summer camps in July and August.
We are currently looking for high school instructors (paid and volunteer positions
available) to support our summer camps, which run from July 2
nd – August 23rd, 2013.
Job Descriptions – What you can do:
Volunteer: This position requires a commitment of at least two full weeks of volunteering
with our summer camps (Mon to Fri: 8:30 am – 3:30 pm), plus 2 days of training. It will
involve assisting instructors in the running of camp, as well as leading games and the
general supervision of campers. Accepted volunteers will gain valuable experience
working with kids and in science labs, and be exposed to the university environment all
in a fun and dynamic atmosphere.
Interested candidates must currently be in/completing grades 9-12, and must undergo a
successful group interview before being selected to volunteer for the program.
High School Instructor: This is a PAID position and requires a full time commitment for 2
months, from the end of June (after exams) until August 23
rd. In this position, you will
gain the experience of working in an amazing team to develop and implement handson
science activities for the summer camps, and gain experience teaching science to
children. You will also be responsible (with other leaders) for the safety and
entertainment of the children.
Interested candidates must currently be in/completing grades 11 or 12, and must
undergo a successful group and personal interview before being selected to work with
the program.
What we are looking for:
If you are interested in science, engineering, and technology, and would like to spend the
summer having fun with kids and getting them excited about science, this is the job for
you! We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, responsible, and good with kids.
**If you love science and engineering, want to experience what the SFU Burnaby campus
is like, meet professors, and other youth your age check out our website for more
information about our FAS (Faculty of Applied Science) Camps. There’s even a pizza
party at the end of the week!**
