STEAM Lab Instructor - Mott Haven

THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO: Sick time

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) seeks a STEAM Lab Teacher to lead activities for upper elementary through early high school students. You will guide projects in 3-D printing, circuits, and coding, bringing BCNY curricula into the STEAM Lab while fostering curiosity and hands-on learning.

You will collaborate with the Education Director to update curricula, manage groups of 8–12 students, and reinforce positive behavior in a supportive youth-development setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in STEAM or related field.
• Experience teaching STEAM programs to youth in groups.
• Experience with Lego Mindstorms, robotics, 3D printers.
• Familiarity with electronics and circuits.
• Knowledge of Scratch coding.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Understanding of strengths-based youth development.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage STEAM lab for 8 to 12 boys or young men.
• Engage members in fun and relevant lessons based on established curriculum and specific classroom needs.
• Use provided curriculum or develop appropriate STEAM curriculum as needed to engage members in project-based learning activities.
• Work with the Education Director to update STEAM Lab activities, projects, and curricula.
• Reinforce positive student behavior and clubhouse rules; maintain a positive relationship with all members, families and staff.
• Communicate with Education Director to discuss member progress, needs, and concerns.
• Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

STEAM education

Robotics

3D printing

Electronics

Scratch coding

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Lego Mindstorms

3D printers

Printing applications

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Location:

565 Morris Ave, Bronx, NY 10451

Salary Range:

$40 per hour

Employment Type:

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

The STEAM Lab Teacher is responsible for leading activities and projects in the STEAM Lab for small groups of upper elementary, middle school, and early high school students. STEAM Lab activities can range from 3-D printing, circuits, basic electronics, coding, and art and design. The Teacher will be responsible for bringing curriculum and project ideas to the STEAM Lab in addition to using BCNY curricula.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage STEAM lab for 8 to 12 boys or young men
• Engage members in fun and relevant lessons based on established curriculum and specific classroom needs
• Use provided curriculum or develop appropriate STEAM curriculum as needed to engage members in project-based learning activities
• Work with the Education Director to update STEAM Lab activities, projects, and curricula
• Reinforce positive student behavior and clubhouse rules; maintain a positive relationship with all members, families and staff
• Communicate with Education Director to discuss member progress, needs, and concerns.
• Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years college credits in STEAM or other relevant field; Bachelors degree preferred
• At least one year of experience teaching STEAM-related programing to school-aged (middle and high school) students in a group setting preferred
• Experience with Lego Mindstorm, Robotics, 3-D printers, and printing applications preferred
• Familiarity with electronics and circuits
• Knowledge of coding applications and programs for students (Scratch)
• Strong verbal and communication skills
• Understanding of strengths-based approaches to youth development

What We Offer

PTO: Sick time only?

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer?and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.