AmeriCorps Emerging Leaders Program STEM Robotics- (YP)

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 13,392 - 26,784; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Education award

Stipend

Job summary

AmeriCorps & Senior Corps seeks a STEM Robotics Clubs Facilitator to run after-school LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 sessions, mentor up to eight high school seniors, and coordinate a fall STEM Robotics Competition as part of a school-year program vetted by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy.

You will plan activities, manage equipment and curriculum software, collect pre- and post-surveys to track progress, and collaborate with community partners to support youth achievement and college access.

Qualifications

• Plan and conduct after-school Robotics Club activities.
• Maintain inventory and ensure laptops, curriculum software, and robot kits are in working order.
• Mentor up to 8 high school seniors throughout the year.
• Assist with ELP marketing and outreach efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly LEGO Mindstorms robotics sessions and competitions.
• Administer pre- and post-surveys to measure student progress.
• Maintain participant and volunteer data and program expenses.
• Mentor students through college, financial aid, and scholarships.
• Coordinate with community partners and school staff.

Skills

Communications

Teaching/Tutoring

Recruitment

General Skills

Education

Writing/Editing

Public Speaking

Computers/Technology

Youth Development

Team Work

Conflict Resolution

Leadership

Community Organization

Counseling

Job description

The clubs meet weekly, 1.5 hours/session, throughout the school year to work through the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 curriculum, which has been vetted by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy and aligns with Common Core standards. At the end of the first 11 weeks, teams showcase their acquired skills and knowledge in a friendly competition.They will also lead the STEM Robotics Competition team as they participate in local/regional tournaments in the fall. Additionally, the AmeriCorps STEM Robotics Clubs Facilitator mentors up to 8 high school seniors (College Preparation and Civic Engagement) students throughout the school year.

Member Duties :

• Plan and conduct after-school Robotics Club activities.
• Prepare, administer, and report results of pre- and post-surveys to measure students' progress.
• Maintain inventory and keep robotics laptops, curriculum software, and robot kits in working order.
• Train and support ELP STEM Robotics volunteers.Maintain and report accurate participant and volunteer data (attendance, progress, completion), and keep track of the program's expenses for meals and supplies.
• Plan and conduct a robotics competition at the end of the program.
• Serve one-on-one with high school seniors to mentor them through the college, financial aid, and scholarship application process on a weekly basis, during the full academic year.
• Assist with the organization of youth events.
• Assist with ELP marketing and outreach efforts (students, mentors, and volunteers).
• Engage community partners in supporting ELP activities, including middle and high school administrators as well as college admissions staff.

Program Benefits :

• Training
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Stipend.

Terms :

• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Car recommended.

Service Areas :

• Children/Youth
• Technology
• Entrepreneur/Business
• Community Outreach
• Community and Economic Development
• Education.

Skills :

• Communications
• Teaching/Tutoring
• Recruitment
• General Skills
• Education
• Writing/Editing
• Public Speaking
• Computers/Technology
• Youth Development
• Team Work
• Conflict Resolution
• Leadership
• Community Organization
• Counseling.