STEM Activity Specialist - Flushing, Queens

Child Center of NY; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Child Center of NY is seeking a STEM Activity Specialist to design and facilitate project-based learning experiences within STEM specializations at our NYC-based youth programs. This role supports students after school, fosters hands-on exploration, and collaborates with site leaders to create engaging activities.

Ideal candidates are college students or high school graduates aged 18+, with 2 years working with youth, strong supervisory potential, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Formación

• College student or high school graduate, 18+ years old.
• 2 years' experience working with children/youth.
• Exemplary supervisory skills for youth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with site leadership in planning, development and execution of quality, project-based youth development activities.
• Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with participants, families & school faculty.
• Coordinate events & functions in specialty area such as: showcases, exhibits, productions, culminating events, etc.
• Engage participants in specialty area activities. Provide support through encouragement and delivering resources.
• Prepare related paperwork, materials and implementation supplies. Timely submit all program and certification related documents.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Supervisory skills

Independent planning

Time management

Multitasking

Educación

College Student or High School Diploma

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC's most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.

Summary

The STEM Activity Specialist is responsible for designing and facilitating project-based learning experiences within STEM specializations.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with site leadership in the planning, development and execution of quality, project-based youth development activities.
• Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with participants, families & school faculty
• Coordinate events & functions in specialty area such as: showcases, exhibits, productions, culminating events, etc.
• Engage participants in specialty area activities. Provide support through encouragement and delivering resources.
• Prepare related paperwork, materials and implementation supplies. Timely submit all program and certification related documents.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• College Student or High School Graduate 18 yrs. or older.
• 2 years' experience working with children and/or youth in your specialization.
• Exemplary supervisory skills at elementary level (middle school or high school aged youth) and aptitude for motivating people.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Days/Hours: Monday- Friday- 2:00pm-6:00pm

Qualifications Preferred

• Bilingual in one or more of the following: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others based on client needs.

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V