Part-Time High School Lab Assistant

3 months ago

Nashville, United States Ensworth School Full time
Job Details

Job Location
High School - Nashville, TN

Position Type
Part Time / Non-Exempt

Education Level
Accredited 4-year Bachelor Degree

Position Description and Qualifications

Job Posting Summary:

Our high school is seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team. Duties include preparing materials for experiments, maintaining lab cleanliness, and providing support to teachers during lab sessions. While prior experience is preferred, enthusiasm for science and strong organizational skills are essential. This position offers a great opportunity for contributing to the educational experience of our students. Strong candidates will have demonstrated the ability to collaborate with colleagues in an educational or a science related field. A love for supporting high school teachers and students is essential to this position. Above all, the successful applicant will have demonstrated a commitment to the principles expressed in the Ensworth Vision Statement, executing their role with moral integrity, intellectual vitality, discipline, compassion, humor, and joy.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
  • Abides by Ensworth's Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct.
  • Commits to the ideals expressed in Ensworth's Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement.
  • Assists science department teachers with setup and breakdown of labs and organization of lab equipment and materials
  • Set up laboratory equipment and materials for experiments according to provided instructions.
  • Clean laboratory glassware, equipment, and work areas after experiments to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
  • Organize and store laboratory supplies and materials efficiently for easy access and inventory management.
  • Order supplies and materials for laboratory experiments and general classroom needs in a timely manner, ensuring adequate stock levels.
  • Assist teachers and students during laboratory sessions as needed, providing support and guidance.
  • Maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and equipment maintenance activities.
  • Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for students and staff.
  • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on laboratory equipment as required.
  • Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and vendors regarding supply orders and laboratory needs.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to enhance laboratory efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Work approximately 16 hours per week while school is in session; these hours can vary based on needs of the school.
Qualifications/Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field
  • Experience in a high school or middle school setting preferred but not required
  • Understanding and ability to use computers and technology including google docs, spreadsheets, and online databases
  • Highly developed organizational skills
  • Well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment, including students, co-workers, and parents.
  • Teamwork, dependability, flexibility, willingness to listen and learn, problem-solving skills, and congeniality are essential
  • Must successfully complete background screening and verification
  • Continued Education Programs (as required by Grade Level and/or position) - Periodically participate in different training sessions identified by you, the employee and/or Divisional Leadership/Supervisor with the goal of keeping our teachers and staff up to date with current teaching methods, practices and any new knowledge in their respective field. Dependent on the program, such training may need to take place outside of normal working hours and/or in the summer months.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
  • Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate, occasionally works outdoors in varying weather conditions and climate
  • Regularly uses close and distance vision, Works at a computer screen for extended periods of time, Ability to observe students from various distances
  • Works at a desk for extended periods of time, frequently moves around campus
  • Ability to occasionally move items 30 lbs. across the campus
  • Sometimes works in a occasionally stressful environment, effectively dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
  • Stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions
  • Ability to regularly work flexible hours to support before and after-school or weekend events
  • Ensworth requires employees to be physically present on campus, with limited exceptions that are at the sole discretion of the School. Under extraordinary circumstances, some or all of the workforce may be required to move to a remote working environment. Additionally, certain individuals may also be approved for limited remote work, based on the nature of the job description, specific circumstances, and only with written prior approval by a direct supervisor.


Application Requirements:

Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a cover letter, résumé, and a statement of educational philosophy. Contact Nowell Hesse at hessen@ensworth.com with any questions.

About Ensworth School:

Ensworth is a kindergarten through twelfth grade, coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society.

Located on two campuses in Nashville, Tennessee, Ensworth enrolls approximately 1,200 students and serves families in more than 50 zip codes. Ensworth is recognized among the leading independent schools in the nation. The school's challenging academic program is embedded in a culture of support and encouragement and reflects a commitment to the core skills of observation, collaboration, communication, analysis, questioning, evaluation, and most importantly, the application of knowledge. Graduates have the adaptability, resilience, and resourcefulness necessary for success in the 21st century and are not only prepared to meet the demands of the future but are also imbued with a sense of purpose and service to others.

Ensworth School is an extraordinary place to work and seeks employees who are passionate about learning and motivated by the opportunity to awaken that passion in students.

It is Ensworth's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law. It is the intent and resolve of Ensworth to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, evaluation, promotion, disciplinary action, termination, compensation and training. Employment decisions at Ensworth will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.

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