STEM Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of Carson Inc•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson’s Mission: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Carson (BGCC) offers our young people a safe environment where they can have fun and be themselves, dedicated adult mentors who respect and listen to them, and outcome-based programs that empower youth to become lifelong learners. Job Summary The goal of the STEM Program is to improve student learning in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and to inspire students to consider careers in related fields. Reporting to the Site Coordinator, the STEM YDP is responsible for designing, planning and implementing the STEM program at Markham Middle School and in collaboration with the other BGCC sites. Additionally, the STEM YDP works alongside the STEM Coordinator and Academic Success Director to meet yearly STEM program impact goals.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Experience in working with children.
Knowledge of youth development.
Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to STEM programs.
Ability to use, operates, and/or handle and transport STEM program equipment.
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
Ability to deal with the general public.
Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.

Nice To Haves

computer science/math/science/engineering background and/or experience with either astronomy, cyber security, coding or robotics.
Experience working with youth and teens.

Responsibilities

Establish activities and services that prepare youth for success and create an outcome-driven Club experience that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes.
Create a system in which employees can perform at their best by creating clear goals and expectations related to your program
Communicate, interpret, and enforce policies and procedures established by BGCC
Promote and stimulate program participation by leading and implementing a variety of recruitment, retention and recognition strategies especially around STEM.
Register new members and participate in their Club orientation process.
Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
Support student growth in STEM related activities including programming skills, understanding of various operating systems, and collaborating in team based STEM Competitions.
Promote, implement, and administer STEM programs, services and activities for members.
Create curriculum in all areas STEM and also other programs as needed.
Ensure quality program is offered in all areas Academic Success specifically STEM.
Ensure the development of appropriate STEM related lesson plan and activities.
Foster the educational experience via hands-on, developmentally appropriate, and highly interactive methods.
Establish a system for evaluating the program and content to measure understanding and effectiveness.
Report all damaged equipment to supervisor and STEM Coordinator and Academic Success Director.
Prepare and implement weekly and monthly STEM program schedules.
Ability to acquire a working knowledge of STEM based projects, problem-solving skills, and computer programming skills.
Complete grant reports and communicate with Development team as needed.
Maintain members order and discipline by managing members’ behavior; reinforces rules of the club and all the recreational areas.
Ensure a productive work environment by participating in regular unit and organization staff meetings.
Identify, plan, implement and support training and development opportunities for STEM programming, volunteers and staff.
Recognize equipment malfunction and take appropriate action.
Establish and maintain cooperative effective working relationships with others.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Pass mandatory random drug and alcohol test.
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications and TB clearance.
May participate in special programs and/or events.
May be required to help in other program areas.
Assume other duties as assigned.