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The Children's Aid Society

STEM Specialist

The Children's Aid Society, New York, New York, United States, 10001

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STEM Specialist

Job Category: Direct Services Requisition Number: STEMS001175 Part-Time On-site Dunlevy Milbank Community Center, New York, NY 10026, USA Pay or shift range: $16.50 USD to $25 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Job Details

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Hourly: $16.50- $25 per hour Position Summary: We are seeking a STEM/Robotics Specialist to deliver an engaging experience of technology to our young people. The ideal candidate will be able to expose students to existing and innovative technologies and programming through structured curriculum and project base learnings. The STEM/Robotics Specialist must be able to stimulate and maintain student curiosity while serving as a positive role model. Responsibilities: Serve as lead instructor for STEM focused programs targeting school-aged children and adolescents by including: Curriculum resources that effectively develop STEM programming that supports the success of all members. STEM into learning experiences and projects Assessing youth skills in STEM activities and plan lessons that encourage exposure to STEM Tracking attendance and lab-usage Working with the Education Specialist to ensure activities align to NYS Education Standards and support the goals of the school(s) participants attend. Scheduling and monitoring all user-activities in the computer lab Adhering to organizational policies and procedures for lab operations Troubleshooting software and hardware problems during lab hours Maintaining a clean and safe physical environment Manage the computer lab, including: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Management Information System or related field Experience in designing and implementing creative learning programs Experience in integrating existing educational programs with technology-based software and tools Key Competencies: A minimum of 3 years' experience working directly with youth a must Ability to work both independently and as part of a team within a fast-paced, highly energetic environment Desire to teach children and teens the use of computers as a learning tool Must be knowledgeable and skilled in engineering and robotics Specific knowledge of Lego Robotics is strongly preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.