Youth-Focused STEM Activity Coach

Children of Promise NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Children of Promise, NYC is seeking a Science Activity Specialist to lead hands-on STEM activities for youth in our Brooklyn/ Bronx program. You will design engaging lessons and manage classroom activities in a supportive, inclusive setting.

The role requires developing age-appropriate science content, ensuring safety, and fostering curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking among students. This is a part-time, on-site position with 10–15 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Minimum two years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience.
• Certifications in the respective skill-based activity preferred.
• Candidates who can lead instruction in more than one activity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate science lessons and hands-on STEM projects.
• Teach a variety of scientific concepts, methods, and investigative techniques.
• Encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and confidence through scientific inquiry.
• Reinforce safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment used in science activities.
• Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other students and explaining the rules.
• Provide support during the academic and homework hour.

Skills

Teaching science

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Children of Promise, NYC is seeking a Science Activity Specialist to lead hands-on STEM activities for youth in our Brooklyn/ Bronx program. You will design engaging lessons and manage classroom activities in a supportive, inclusive setting.

The role requires developing age-appropriate science content, ensuring safety, and fostering curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking among students. This is a part-time, on-site position with 10–15 hours weekly.