TMC Works

TMC Works Registration

This web page contains resources for current participants in the TMC Works program.  Prospective sites should email Amy Post at apost@jannus.org for more information on joining the program.

Idaho STEM Ecosystem Community Platform

Please consider joining the EcosySTEM Community Platform. This is a secure, password-protected platform, and your place to connect with STEM partners, find volunteer opportunities, learn about regional resources, share skills, and grow with our EcosySTEM.

Resources for TMC Works Participants

Slideshow for the TMC Works Site Administrator Orientation.

Instructions, form, and link for submitting participants' SSN/TIN to the Workforce Development Council.  This is required for each participant to receive the $750 stipend.

Use this form to track receipts for materials purchased.  You will submit this form for reimbursement.

Submit this invoice form at the end of your cohort to receive final payment for STEM Ambassadors.

Slideshow for the TMC Works STEM Supervisor Orientation.

Download the outline for STEM Supervisor training requirements (20 hours total).

Find the TMC Labs curriculum/activity guide/LiveBinder, stocking list, and user reports on the TMC Labs "For Educators" web page.

Document your training hours at the Idaho Out-of-School Network's Learning Academy.  Instructions on uploading training certificates can be found at this link.  Account approval can take up to 48 hours.

Training Handouts

When you lead an in-person training, fill out this form to log the training.  The training will be added to each participant's transcript in ION's Learning Academy.  This is neccessary to track all TMC Work's participants' training hours

Have STEM Ambassadors fill out a paper user report immediately after finishing an activity, then complete a online user report with the information later.

Download the outline for STEM Ambassador training requirements (20 hours total).

Find the TMC Labs curriculum/activity guide/LiveBinder, stocking list, and user reports on the TMC Labs "For Educators" web page.

Document your training hours at the Idaho Out-of-School Network's Learning Academy.  Instructions on uploading training certificates can be found at this link.  Account approval can take up to 48 hours.

STEM Facilitation Resources

STEM Ambassadors participate in TMC Works to gain real-world job experience and improve their STEM skills and knowledge.  As part of this program, STEM Ambassadors can explore STEM career opportunities or related educational opportunities.

STEM Ambassador goals:

  1. Learn about a STEM industry or business
  2. Meet professionals in that industry
  3. See what the work or learning environment looks like
  4. Understand a typical career progression and educational requirements

STEM Supervisors can make connections and set up visits for STEM Ambassadors with STEM industry worksites or education programs (college, technical or trade schools, apprenticeships) by doing the following:

  1. Identify and encourage STEM Ambassadors to visit a worksite or education program.
  2. Reach out to STEM industry worksites that may be interested in participating.
  3. Match STEM Ambassadors to work sites.
  4. Explain to the worksite representative the goals of the STEM Ambassadors' visit.
  5. Set up a tour, visit and/or meeting for STEM Ambassadors with worksite representatives that can expose STEM Ambassadors to their industry and occupation.
  6. Set expectations for what STEM Ambassadors in the program will do when they visit the industry worksite, discuss professionalism

STEM Industry worksites will help STEM Ambassadors explore future career opportunities by doing the following:

  1. Find staff to meet and visit with STEM Ambassadors.
  2. Inform STEM Ambassadors of requirements to visit the work site prior to visit (dress code, ID requirements, etc.)
  3. Help STEM Ambassadors meet their goals for the worksite visit and answer their questions.

Resources for STEM Worksite/School Visit Program

Idaho STEM Ecosystem Community Platform: visit the "members" section to find STEM professionals who may be able to meet with STEM Ambassadors or facilitate a workplace visit.

Idaho STEM Ecosystem Regional Hub Coordinators: contact these folks to inquire about connecting you with local STEM industry resources.

 

Skype a Scientist: connect virtually with a STEM professional anywhere in the world.

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