Daugherty Science Internship (DSI) and NevadaTeach Scholar
Daugherty Science Internship (DSI)
THIS IS a unique, paid student teaching opportunity
The goal of the Daugherty Science Internship is to increase science teaching experience in Elementary Education. This opportunity is supported by a partnership between Sierra Nevada Journeys, the University of Nevada, Reno Colleges of Education and Science, and the Sandra A. Daugherty Foundation.
Main features of the DSI program
Stipend interns will participate in a blended student teaching experience which includes seven weeks at a traditional school placement and seven weeks teaching science with Sierra Nevada Journeys, all to take place during students “internship” semester.
Interns observe and teach 20+ NGSS-based elementary science lessons and outdoor field science programs to a wide range of students across 1st - 6th grades under the direct supervision of Sierra Nevada Journeys education director and College of Education mentors.
The Daugherty Science Internship includes two weeks of training on science instruction with Sierra Nevada Journeys.
NevadaTeach Scholar
This opportunity is brought to you by a partnership between Sierra Nevada Journeys, the University of Nevada, Reno Colleges of Education and Science, the NevadaTeach Program, and the Daugherty Foundation.
Build your skills as an educator in this fun, paid role that includes 28 days (through 14 weeks) teaching hands-on and outdoor science with Sierra Nevada Journeys.
Observe and teach 20+ Next Generation Science Standards-based elementary science lessons and outdoor field science programs to a wide range of students across 1st through 6th grades under the direct supervision of Sierra Nevada Journeys’ Program Director.
Build highly sought-after science instruction skills and earn a $1,500 stipend.
Have the unique opportunity to teach not only in the classroom, but in the outdoor setting as a part of Sierra Nevada Journeys’ field studies.
Help classroom teachers in our region deliver outstanding science content to students in high-need schools.