Position: STEAM Lab Instructor
Location: 565 Morris Ave, Bronx, NY 10451
Salary Range: $40 per hour
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
About Us
Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.
Job Summary
The STEAM Lab Teacher is responsible for leading activities and projects in the STEAM Lab for small groups of upper elementary, middle school, and early high school students. STEAM Lab activities can range from 3-D printing, circuits, basic electronics, coding, and art and design. The Teacher will be responsible for bringing curriculum and project ideas to the STEAM Lab in addition to using BCNY curricula.
Responsibilities
Effectively manage STEAM lab for 8 to 12 boys or young men
Engage members in fun and relevant lessons based on established curriculum and specific classroom needs
Use provided curriculum or develop appropriate STEAM curriculum as needed to engage members in project-based learning activities
Work with the Education Director to update STEAM Lab activities, projects, and curricula
Reinforce positive student behavior and clubhouse rules; maintain a positive relationship with all members, families and staff
Communicate with Education Director to discuss member progress, needs, and concerns.
Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years college credits in STEAM or other relevant field; Bachelors degree preferred
At least one year of experience teaching STEAM-related programing to school-aged (middle and high school) students in a group setting preferred
Experience with Lego Mindstorm, Robotics, 3-D printers, and printing applications preferred
Familiarity with electronics and circuits
Knowledge of coding applications and programs for students (Scratch)
Strong verbal and communication skills
Understanding of strengths-based approaches to youth development
What We Offer
PTO: Sick time only?
The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer?and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. ?If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
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