Maydm: NOW HIRING: Programs Lead Instructor – Full-Time

A 501c(3), Maydm provides girls and youth of color grades 6-12 with the skills, experiences, and connections to pursue careers in and change the face of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). We envision a world where all students know that a career in STEM is possible for them; a world where all students can pursue their dreams as entrepreneurs, developers, engineers, or professors in a STEM field. 

Maydm, as an organization, was founded as a response to the overwhelming lack of technical training that meets the needs of low income students, girls, and youth of color. Our programs offer opportunities for youth to develop knowledge and skills in science, technology, and engineering. Throughout the year we offer one day workshops independently and in partnership with other community organizations. In these sessions, students gain introductory insights into a STEM topic and begin growing their interest in STEM. Each summer, we offer a series of multi-week immersive programs where students gain in-depth technical knowledge as well as go on site visits to local companies and engage in critical conversations on confidence and equity and innovation. These experiences create opportunities and experiences for students who may not have otherwise been able to participate in holistic STEM learning, for students to change the face of STEM.

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic instructor to deliver Maydm educational programs in house as well as on-site with our partner schools and organizations. Program topics include web development, robotics, game development, engineering, and more. We are also especially seeking women, people of color, and bilingual (i.e. English/Spanish, English/Hmong) candidates for this position. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you think you have some, but not all of the requirements listed below. You may be exactly what we’re looking for and if so, we’ll teach you the rest!

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or comparable training or experience in education and instruction.
• Ability to work in a small, fast-paced nonprofit environment.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel between Maydm’s office and offsite school-based and partner programs.
• Background in STEM required, including game development and one or more of the following: information technology, computer science, media arts and animation, or engineering and design.
• 3+ years of successful or demonstrable experience teaching one or more of the above subjects to an academically and culturally diverse classroom community.
• Demonstrated experience and maturity in managing a classroom of middle and/or high school students.
• Experience or knowledge of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles or willingness to complete DEI training (we provide the training as part of your mandatory training for the position)
• Technical industry experience is a plus.
• Bilingual (English, Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities:

The Lead Instructor reports to the Executive Director and is key in developing and delivering Maydm’s educational programs. The Lead Instructor works closely with the Program Manager and Curriculum Specialist to deliver Maydm programs in alignment with our vision and mission and provides leadership and direction to seasonal and assistant instructors. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Developing and updating the curriculum for the school year and summer programming to keep up with advancements in technology.
• Being available to assist students during Maydm’s open office hours with equipment, supplies, and instruction.
• Working with the Curriculum Specialist to keep supplies and equipment storage organized and accessible for staff and Maydm participants.
• Recording data points to help Maydm succeed, i.e., attendance, curriculum comprehension, learning milestones, and disciplines available.
• Teaching and supporting Maydm curriculum throughout the year at schools, summer programs, and one-time events.
• Setting up and taking down program materials for programs.
• Working with the Curriculum Specialist, making sure all software licenses and software updates are ready for programs.
• Working with Program Manager and/or Curriculum Specialist to train seasonal instructors on curriculum during the school year and summer
• Working with Program Manager to supervise summer/school year instructors on-site at partner schools and organizations

Schedule & Location

The typical schedule is weekday business hours (9a – 5p, weekdays), but occasional weekend and evening work is required for Maydm events and meetings. Lesson planning, curriculum development, and other administrative tasks are included in weekday business hours, not in addition. Actual time spent in the classroom is approximately 40% of work hours.  Maydm is conveniently located on the near East side of Madison, WI.

Benefits and Compensation

The salary range for this position is $45,760 – 52,000 based on demonstrated experience and credentials. Maydm also offers health, vision, and dental plans, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, paid holidays, personal time off, a casual and inclusive work environment, and flexible hybrid (part remote/in person) work schedule. 

How to Apply 

https://www.amilia.com/Jobs/en/maydm-inc/JobPosting/ymdvKPb

This position will remain open until filled.  Target start date is May 2023.

The above list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the position. The list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Maydm, Inc. (“Maydm”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Maydm strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All Maydm employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Pellitteri Waste Systems Receives Outstanding Achievement in Education Award from the Associated Recyclers of Wisconsin

Joleen Engeseth
Marketing Coordinator
608-257-6232 ext. 346
Joleene@pellitteri.com

Pellitteri Waste Systems Receives Outstanding Achievement in Education Award from the Associated Recyclers of Wisconsin

DANE COUNTY, Wis. (March 20, 2023) —  Pellitteri Waste Systems — Southern Wisconsin’s leading independent, family-owned and operated, waste and recycling service provider — was awarded the Outstanding Achievement in Education Award from the Associated Recyclers of Wisconsin (AROW) at its annual awards ceremony on Feb. 23rd in Green Bay.  

The award is given to an individual or group from the public, private, or non-profit sector that has excelled in solid waste or recycling environmental education.

According to the AROW press release, Pellitteri is passionate about keeping Wisconsin’s recycling program strong and producing quality material. Pellitteri has accomplished this through their major education focus of educating customers and south central Wisconsin through 24 video shorts on recycling right topics like propane tanks, batteries, electronics, food contamination, etc.; producing Material Recovery Facility operation videos so residents can see first-hand how materials get sorted at their facility; paid social media posts and ads; and calendars, cart information, new resident information, recycling information, FAQs and more for 38 municipalities and 44 private homeowner associations. 

AROW also called out Pellitteri’s strong commitment to recycling throughout Wisconsin and its willingness to serve on industry groups and associations. David Pellitteri, Pellitteri Vice President, has a proven commitment to sustainable waste management. 

• Appointed by the Governor to serve on the Council on Recycling.
• Appointed by the Wisconsin DNR Secretary to serve on the Waste and Materials Management Study Group.
• Current Chair for the Wisconsin chapter of the National Waste and Recycling Association (NWRA) and Executive Vice Chair for the Services Board of Governors.
• A WasteCap board member for more than 15 years and the current treasurer.  

“We are humbled to receive this award, especially from our peers,” David Pellitteri, Pellitteri Vice President said. “Wisconsin is blessed to have a network of professionals who work tirelessly to find new and better ways to protect our natural resources.”

Danielle Pellitteri, Pellitteri Vice President added, “We are more than just waste collection providers. We partner with our customers and communities to help them understand what can be recycled so together we protect our environment by keeping unnecessary items out of the landfill.” 

Recycling Videos & Other Resources

• Watch your recycling get sorted in this 7-minute video
• Become a Super Recycler by watching dozens of 1-minute recycling tip videos 
• Watch “Becoming Stewards of Recycling“, which aired on the Into The Outdoors kids’ educational TV series, to find out more about solid waste science and technology in WI
• Printable recycling lists are available in English and Spanish
• Like our Facebook page for future recycling updates and see our local news pieces

About Pellitteri Waste Systems

Pellitteri Waste Systems provides state-of-the-art waste disposal and recycling collection and processing service to commercial, industrial, and residential customers throughout Southern Wisconsin. It is a third-generation, family-owned company based in Madison with a proud tradition of service and community involvement. Pellitteri services more than 67,000 households. The company sorted more than 145 million pounds of mixed recycling in 2022 at their local Material Recovery Facility. For more information, visit www.pellitteri.com.

About AROW

Founded in 1990, AROW is an association representing Wisconsin’s recycling, waste reduction and sustainability professionals. The organization provides leadership through education, advocacy, and collaboration and promotes effective, efficient and sustainable material recovery initiatives. For details on AROW, visit www.arow-online.org.

Madworks Accelerator powered by StartingBlock

We’re thrilled to announce that StartingBlock has partnered with Madworks to offer a 10-week accelerator program this Spring.

• Applications are open through April 7th
• We help founders create a strong, sustainable foundation for their growing companies
• Get your strategic financials in order, learn to run an effective board meeting, tackle legal issues, learn about raising capital, and more – all while working with experienced mentors and Madworks + StartingBlock staff
• Companies must be based in WI

SCHEDULE FOR SPRING 2023

• April 26 – June 29 (10 weeks)
• Weekly group meeting on Wednesday afternoons
• Individual team meetings on Thursday afternoons

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• $6,500 in grant funding per participating team
• 1 year membership to StartingBlock (24×7 access), with an exclusive space at StartingBlock dedicated to Madworks companies
• Access to StartingBlock member benefits, including 90% discount on Hubspot CRM
• Regular access to Madworks & StartingBlock staff and connections to their network of mentors and experts

LOCATION

StartingBlock, 821 East Washington, Madison

MORE INFORMATION 

Expectations and further details are available on our website at madworksaccelerator.org. Contact Program Manager Susie Younkle with questions or to learn more: support@madworksaccelerator.org or sign up for her virtual office hours.

Apply to the accelerator here.

The StartingBlock Program Team

StartingBlock Madison

programs@startingblockmadison.org

WPS Health Solutions® recognized as one of the 2023 Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces®—again!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
DeAnne Boegli
Vice President of Communications
608-512-5754
deanne.boegli@wpsic.com

WPS Health Solutions^® recognized as one of the 2023 Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces^®—again!

MADISON, Wis.—March 20, 2023— WPS Health Solutions has been named one of the 2023 Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces^® for the second year in a row. In receiving this accolade, WPS is recognized for its demonstrated leadership in leveraging innovative employee engagement and recognition tactics. Celebrating its 11th year, the Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces Awards will honor this year’s winners at a celebration taking place on May 30th, the evening before Achievers’ annual conference, ACE, which is May 31–June 1 in Austin, Texas.

Pandemic-era trends reshaped employee expectations and behaviors. However, even when faced with a volatile labor market, organizations can boost employee morale and reduce attrition by celebrating, supporting, and engaging employees. The winners of this year’s awards and their productive, happy workforces help echo this truth and serve as blueprints for innovative employee engagement strategies.

“Amid economic turbulence and a rapidly changing work landscape, it has never been more vital to prioritize employee engagement. However, building a workplace that effectively engages and supports all employees is no easy feat,” said Jeff Cates, CEO at Achievers. “We’re proud to announce this year’s 50 Most Engaged Workplaces and recognize an impressive group of companies who are truly redefining employee engagement excellence.”

A panel of 11 judges comprised of employee engagement academics, industry analysts, thought leaders, journalists, and influencers evaluated the applicants. Winners were selected based on Achievers’ Eight Elements of Employee Engagement®: Accountability & Performance, Belonging, Equity & Inclusion, Culture Alignment, Manager Empowerment, Professional & Personal Growth, Purpose & Leadership, Recognition & Rewards, and Wellbeing.

“This is a meaningful award for us at WPS, as it acknowledges our commitment to cultivating an environment where employees feel valued, seen, and heard,” said Michelle Morrow, WPS People Center of Excellence Vice President. “It reflects our exceptional and high-performing workforce and their impact on our business and dedication to making healthcare easier for those we serve. I could not be prouder of the daily work and efforts of everyone at WPS to achieve this recognition.”

For more information about Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces, please visit achievers.com/engaged. Follow the conversations on Twitter at @Achievers or use the hashtag #Achievers50.

About WPS Health Solutions^®

Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS Health Solutions), founded in 1946, is a nationally regarded benefits administrator for a variety of U.S. government programs and a leading not-for-profit health insurer in Wisconsin. WPS Health Solutions serves active-duty and retired military personnel, seniors, individuals, and families in Wisconsin, across the U.S., and around the world. WPS Health Solutions, headquartered in Madison, Wis., has more than 2,600 employees. Within the enterprise, there are three divisions: WPS Government Health Administrators, WPS Military and Veterans Health, and WPS Health Insurance/WPS Health Plan/EPIC Specialty Benefits. For more information, please visit wpshealthsolutions.com.

About Achievers

Achievers’ employee voice and recognition solutions bring your organization’s values and strategy to life by activating employee participation and accelerating a culture of performance. Achievers leverages the science behind behavior change, so your people and your organization can experience sustainable, data-driven business results. Visit us at www.achievers.com.

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