Girl Scout Program Facilitator - Lego Robotics Club
About The Position
The Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey (GSNNJ) is seeking several per diem Program Facilitators for their Lego Robotics Club. GSNNJ serves girls in grades K-12 across five counties, bringing the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to a large number of girls and adult members. The FIRST LEGO League Program Facilitator will be responsible for planning, leading, and inspiring girls to explore STEM concepts through hands-on LEGO robotics activities. The role emphasizes creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment that fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity, while building girls' confidence in science and technology. This position involves working with groups of up to 24 girls at the Riverdale Service Center and potentially other locations in New Jersey for competitions.
Requirements
- Must be 18+ years of age
- Must be punctual and attentive
- Ability to attend assigned sessions, most of which occur weekends for approximately 4 hours between 3:00PM-7:00PM
- Availability to attend weekend events and competitions
- Must be able to communicate well with other staff and community partners.
- Membership in GSUSA is required upon employment
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Ability to travel throughout North New Jersey to attend competitions and practices.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate LEGO robotics sessions, guiding Girl Scouts through building, programming, and testing projects using LEGO robotics kits (e.g., LEGO® Education Spike Prime, Mindstorms, or similar).
- Foster an inclusive, supportive, and girl-led environment where participants feel encouraged to experiment, ask questions, and collaborate.
- Adapt activities to accommodate varying ages, skill levels, and learning styles.
- Promote STEM learning by connecting robotics concepts to real-world applications and Girl Scout leadership outcomes.
- Ensure all program equipment and materials are used responsibly, inventoried, and maintained in good condition.
- Model and uphold Girl Scout values, including respect, teamwork, and courage.
- Follow all health, safety, and risk management guidelines.
- Assist with setup and cleanup of program space before and after sessions.
- Communicate effectively with council staff and supervisors about program progress and needs.
Benefits
- This position is per-diem and not eligible for benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
