Fabrication Lab Assistant

The Berkeley Preparatory School, an outstanding independent coeducational day school in Tampa, Florida, places an emphasis on academic excellence with a spirit of social responsibility. Students of all ages exchange ideas and explore ethics as they define their attitudes and values. Berkeley educates the whole child by nurturing students’ intellectual, emotional, spiritual and physical development so that they may attain their highest potential. Berkeley has built a national reputation for academic rigor at the country’s most prestigious universities. The school’s active Episcopal affiliation focuses on inclusivity, support, respect and the shared values reflected in Berkeley’s vision statement, Berkeley puts people in the world who make a positive difference.

Berkeley Preparatory School is seeking a Fabrication Lab Assistant for the Middle and Upper Divisions for for the 2018-2019 school year. The Lab Assistant will work collaboratively with the Middle Division Design Arts Teacher. The qualified applicate will have a demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in a fully equipped woodworking studio.

The qualified candidate shall be able to demonstrate the following:

•    The safe and effective use of hand tools.
•    The safe and effective use of hand held power tools.
•    The safe and effective use of stationary machine tools.
•    Knowledge of, and experience with, commonly used joinery techniques.
•    Knowledge of, and experience with, commonly used wood shop materials.
•    Knowledge of, and experience with, commonly used furniture and assembly hardware.
•    The ability to assist students through the next step in a defined project.
•    The able to assist students through the steps needed to design and complete individual projects.
•    The willingness and ability to adjust previously learned methods to meet uniform shop safety standards.
•    The ability to select and adjust the proper cutting, milling, boring, and sanding tools for completing a job.
 
We are open to training current college students or recent graduates who have experience working in their school fabrication studios.

Located on a gorgeous 86-acre campus, Berkeley serves 1,340 students in Grades PK-12. The
school continues to experience strong interest and full enrollment and is marked with a very strong positive school culture. Berkeley’s faculty, staff and student body reflects the diversity of its surrounding communities.

Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Mrs. Heather Connolly, Hiring Manager, at connohea@berkeleyprep.org.