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Arizona Science Center is proud to partner with The Arizona State University Science Teachers for Arizona Recruitment and Retention initiative (STARR) Noyce Scholarship Program to offer paid internships for those with an interest in teaching science. A total of ten $1,000 stipends will be awarded from January to May 2011. Applications are due by January 14, 2011 with preference given to early applicants.
The ASU STARR Noyce Scholarship Paid Intern Program is part of the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, and is intended for students aged 18 years and older who have an interest in pursuing a career in science education. Selected candidates will be required to participate in a three hour orientation and tour, become proficient in at least three tabletop activities and two galleries, and commit to volunteering 125 hours of their time at Arizona Science Center. Possible duties include the development of a demonstration or tabletop activity, presenting on-stage demos, curriculum creation, and serving as a teaching assistant in class or camp.
In order to be considered for the program, candidates must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens; currently enrolled in high school, community college, or university; have a GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale; be at least 18 years old; be committed to working at least 25 hours/month for five months; and interested in teaching. Stipends will be paid upon completion of volunteer hours. Other rewards for volunteering at Arizona Science Center include two general admission and Planetarium passes after 50 hours of service, a free Basic Membership after 100 hours
of service, free parking in a designated parking garage, and a discount to the cafe with Science Center volunteer identification.
Suzanne Cassano, ASU STARR Noyce Scholarship Specialist, remarked, “This is a unique opportunity for anyone who has ever considered teaching to try it out in a dynamic, fun, and playful environment. Those serious about pursuing a career in science education may be eligible to receive an ASU STARR Noyce Scholarship of up to $17,000/year”
The Robert Noyce Scholarship program, authorized under the National Science Foundation Authorization Act, responds to the critical need for K-12 teachers of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). STARR Noyce Scholarships are available to students in the last two years of an ASU baccalaureate degree or students and career changers entering the TEAMS graduate program leading to AZ teacher certification within the following disciplines:
More information can be found at www.education.asu.edu/
For volunteer information contact Jan Stonebraker, Volunteer Manager at Arizona Science Center, at 602-716-2037 or stonebrakerj@
