STEAM Afterschool Leader, K-8 - Hands-On Tech & Arts

Sunnyside Community Services, Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 34,000

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Sunnyside Community Services, Inc. seeks a responsible STEAM Activity Specialist to lead hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math lessons for K-8 students in a family shelter setting.

You will design age-appropriate STEAM activities, foster curiosity, and create an inclusive learning environment while collaborating with the Program Director and Content Specialist. The position runs weekdays after school until June.

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years old or older.
  • Must be available Monday – Friday during program hours (3 – 6 pm).
  • Ability to work during school breaks to conduct camp activities.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field or have 18 or more education/STEAM related credits (should have proof of expertise/experience in related area). Example of desired areas of knowledge – science, coding, digital media, arts-related work (visual, performing, literacy arts), math.
  • Experience with teaching STEAM and a minimum of two years’ experience in an afterschool environment.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • This position begins in September after clearances are completed. Afterschool staff are expected to be committed to the position until the end of the school year in June.
  • All candidates will go through the New York City Public Schools clearance process and complete a variety of mandated training prior to beginning work with youth.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise a group of participants along with the Group Leader and provide for the safety and well-being of participants.
  • Prepare materials and examples in advance for student understanding during activities.
  • Design and deliver STEAM and leadership-focused educational programming for youth tailored to students in grades K–8.
  • Use a variety of instructional methods to meet the diverse learning styles of students.
  • Introduce fundamental STEAM concepts and engineering challenges.
  • Plan and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate STEAM activities that promote teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and foundational academic skills.
  • Develop and implement hands-on learning experiences that encourage collaboration, innovation, and the social, emotional, and academic growth of participants.
  • Create opportunities for participants to explore, learn about, and engage in discussions related to local and global issues through meaningful, real-world learning experiences.
  • Design and lead a variety of STEAM activities, including arts-based projects such as music, drama, poetry, creative writing, drawing, painting, and other visual and performing arts.
  • Facilitate STEM-focused activities such as coding, robotics, engineering challenges, science experiments, mathematics enrichment, chess, strategic games, and other technology-based learning experiences.
  • Work collaboratively with the Program Director and Content Specialist on program initiatives and requirements.
  • Complete additional tasks as necessary.

Skills

STEAM teaching
Afterschool experience
Classroom management
Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree
18+ education/STEAM credits

Job description

Sunnyside Community Services, Inc. seeks a responsible STEAM Activity Specialist to lead hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math lessons for K-8 students in a family shelter setting.

You will design age-appropriate STEAM activities, foster curiosity, and create an inclusive learning environment while collaborating with the Program Director and Content Specialist. The position runs weekdays after school until June.

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