Teachers

Who are STEM Ambassadors?

Ambassadors are an invaluable and free resource for teachers and schools.  They offer their time voluntarily to enthuse and inspire students within schools about STEM subjects.  They can do this through a variety of activities such as clubs, careers talks, helping with school events, lessons and competitions, and much more. Here at STEMPOINT Greater Merseyside, we can help you decide how best to employ an Ambassador. To do so, please contact us here.

All STEM Ambassadors:

- Have a STEM background – they are usually professionals and experts in their field 
- Are volunteers and therefore free 
- Have been checked by the CRB 
- Have had a basic induction about how to approach the classroom

Benefits to teachers include:

- Access to skilled resources to support staff in the classroom 
- Gaining extra support for extra-curricular clubs 
- Developing a varied teaching and learning style 
- Networking with local companies and gaining further opportunities

Benefits to students:

- Better motivation, more confidence and enthusiasm regarding STEM subjects 
- Opportunities to improve key skills and increase understanding in STEM 
- A better understanding of the opportunities that a career in STEM can offer

What can STEM Ambassadors do?

The types of activities that Ambassadors can typically support include: 

- assisting with STEM clubs
- helping add a work-related learning perspective to curriculum topics
- providing an insight into career opportunities arising from STEM qualifications
- facilitating workplace visits where appropriate
- working as mentors
- attending careers fairs
- and judging competitions.

This is by no means an exhaustive list and we aim to work with you to best support your students’ needs.