NY Staffing
STEM Specialist Wyandanch, Long Island
NY Staffing, Wyandanch, New York, United States, 11798
Job Title: Extended Day Activity Instructor
New York Edge is a non-profit organization and one of the largest providers of school-based afterschool programs in New York City and the metropolitan region serving over 25,000 elementary, middle, and high school students each year. The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among students in underinvested communities by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life. Extended Day Activity Instructors are responsible for leading afterschool programming for children and teens at New York Edge after-school program sites. The STEM activity instructor is a dual reporting role, supporting the curriculum and instruction department team by designing lesson plans and implementing curricula across New York Edge program sites. They will also support the program director by preparing STEM-based activity materials and explaining principles, techniques, and safety procedures to student participants. In addition, the specialist will establish clear goals and objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those goals and objectives to students. Essential Job Functions: Build strong relationships with and among students Teach or co-lead daily activities Learn and facilitate STEM curriculum including: Math, Robotics, Science, Coding, Engineering and/or CHESS Must have experience with coding, both tablet and computer-based Engage students in structured discussions & activities for students to understand how coding and integrated technologies works 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' varying needs and interests Support the coordination of program events Input data and prepare reports Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities Qualities We're Looking For: Demonstrated ability to lead activities with children and teens Creativity Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills Experience working with children and/or teens 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 Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent AA or BA in progress in computer programming, engineering, education, math or similar related degree Must be at least 18 years of age College credits and/or 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 Work Environment and Physical Demands: May be required to walk up and down stairs May be required to lift heavy objects/materials as needed Work is performed mostly within the Wyandanch School District but may be required to interact with the community at large during trips or events. 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.
New York Edge is a non-profit organization and one of the largest providers of school-based afterschool programs in New York City and the metropolitan region serving over 25,000 elementary, middle, and high school students each year. The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among students in underinvested communities by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life. Extended Day Activity Instructors are responsible for leading afterschool programming for children and teens at New York Edge after-school program sites. The STEM activity instructor is a dual reporting role, supporting the curriculum and instruction department team by designing lesson plans and implementing curricula across New York Edge program sites. They will also support the program director by preparing STEM-based activity materials and explaining principles, techniques, and safety procedures to student participants. In addition, the specialist will establish clear goals and objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those goals and objectives to students. Essential Job Functions: Build strong relationships with and among students Teach or co-lead daily activities Learn and facilitate STEM curriculum including: Math, Robotics, Science, Coding, Engineering and/or CHESS Must have experience with coding, both tablet and computer-based Engage students in structured discussions & activities for students to understand how coding and integrated technologies works 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' varying needs and interests Support the coordination of program events Input data and prepare reports Administer pre and post-assessments and evaluations for student activities Qualities We're Looking For: Demonstrated ability to lead activities with children and teens Creativity Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills Experience working with children and/or teens 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 Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent AA or BA in progress in computer programming, engineering, education, math or similar related degree Must be at least 18 years of age College credits and/or 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 Work Environment and Physical Demands: May be required to walk up and down stairs May be required to lift heavy objects/materials as needed Work is performed mostly within the Wyandanch School District but may be required to interact with the community at large during trips or events. 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.