STEM Specialist - Queens

New York Edge; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization in New York City is looking for part-time specialists to engage with students in after-school programs. Responsibilities include building relationships, teaching STEM activities, and supporting professional development. Applicants should have a high school diploma, experience with children, and a background in STEM activities is preferred. This role works Monday to Friday, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and requires in-person attendance.

Qualifications

• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in a variety of STEM activities.
• Prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youth is highly preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with students.
• Teach or co-lead daily STEM activities.
• Prepare materials for daily activities.
• Administer pre and post-assessments for student activities.

Skills

Knowledge of STEM activities

Experience working with children

Ability to multitask

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College credits in related fields

Job description

Overview

New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, academic programs—including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access—help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with and among students
• Teach or co-lead daily activities
• Learn and facilitate STEM curriculum, including Math, Robotics, Science, Coding, Technology and/or Engineering
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities
• Prepare materials for daily activities
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students\' needs and interests
• Support the coordination of program events
• Input data and prepare reports
• Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• College credits in computer programming, engineering, education, math, science and/or similar related degrees are highly preferred
• Must be knowledgeable and skilled in a variety of STEM activities and have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youth
• Experience working with children strongly preferred
• Ability to multitask and manage workflow in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, school personnel, parents
• Sensitive to social-emotional needs and characteristics of students
• Self-starter who takes initiative
• Flexibility, reliability, and sound judgment
• Other duties as assigned

Details

Schedule: Part-Time, Monday – Friday, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm (days/shifts vary depending on site needs). This role requires you to be in person.

Specialists will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents, and school administration.

At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health.

To apply, please visit our website at newyorkedge.org/careers.

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the employee performs in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.