Part-Time TAS Summer Counselor in Houston, Texas at San Jacinto College

Part-Time TAS Summer Counselor

About NASA High School Aerospace Scholars:
Texas Aerospace Scholars (TAS) is an immersive STEM learning opportunity for Texas students, designed to inspire the next generation of explorers through direct engagement with NASA’s missions and STEM career pathways.

Counselors are responsible for guiding teams of 10-15 rising high school seniors through Base Camp, a NASA onsite STEM experience at Johnson Space Center, including offsite activities. Counselors will report to a lead counselor, work with the Texas Aerospace Scholars team, and:

• Direct a team of students while promoting a positive work environment, encouraging cooperation, collaboration, and co-ownership of success.
• Use best teaching practices to engage and support students in all program activities throughout the week resulting in a challenging and engaging STEM experience that exceeds the expectations of NASA, the students, and their families.
• Provide guidance and leadership to ensure students work safely and use time, equipment, and resources efficiently.
• Become familiar with and help monitor and enforce all program rules and regulations for students on all teams while exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and professional manner during onsite activities and as a chaperone in the hotel in the evenings.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to remain calm and positive when asked to adapt to changes or take on additional responsibilities.
• Communicate frequently, honestly, and openly with lead counselors to seek guidance when needed, listen attentively, and assume responsibility for resolving difficulties appropriately; and
• Foster relationships among students in which all individuals are valued, appreciated, and included while actively endorsing and supporting NASA's mission.

Qualifications

Required: Must be able to commit to:

• Virtual and in person training (Virtual: July 7, 2026, In Person: July 23 – 25, 2026)

• Availability to work onsite program period at NASA’s Johnson Space Center (July 26 – 31, 2026)

• Ability to reside in the same lodging as students and counselors during the program

Degree: Bachelor's Degree, Masters preferred

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses: Valid Texas Teaching Certification required.

Must be certified in and reside in the state of Texas.

Field of Study: Education or Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics Education

Experience: Three years of successful classroom teaching experience in grades K-12 or college level required.

Skills, Proficiencies, and Knowledge: Skills, proficiencies, and knowledge needed to perform the essential duties of the position.

• Exemplary teaching practice, skills, and knowledge

• Strategic and organizational skills

• Leadership and personal effectiveness

• Ability to collaborate and communicate with others

• Motivation, coaching, and listening skills

Compensation: The compensation for this opportunity is $1000 for the one week experience and any associated training. Cost of transportation, lodging, and food covered by program.

Salary Grade: AH

Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

Requisition Number: req6293

Posting Close Date: 6/12/2026 at 6 pm CST

Applicant Support:
If you need assistance with the application process, please contact the Cornerstone Support Team at 281-998-6387, option 3, or email cornerstonesupport@sjcd.edu.

Note: Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant individually. If your qualifications meet the requirements for the position, and you are selected for an interview, we will contact you. You can review your application status by logging into the Cornerstone system.

Annual Security Report: The San Jacinto College Police Department is responsible for preparing and distributing the Annual Security Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

Equal Opportunity Statement: The San Jacinto College District is committed to equal opportunity for all students, employees, and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The following College official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination policies: Sandra Ramirez, VCHR Org/Talent Effectiveness, 4620 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, TX 77504; 281-991-2659; Sandra.Ramirez@sjcd.edu