STEAM Enrichment Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

The STEAM/Enrichment Specialist position is responsible for creating, supervising, and leading one-hour enrichment classes for up to 2 times per week in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities at their program site. A large part of this position requires attendance at the program training dates facilitated by YSF’s STEAM Academy and engagement in ongoing monthly coaching with a STEAM Coach. In addition to facilitating and leading the site’s STEAM curriculum, this position will support the Site Coordinator in the procurement of and logistics related to the site’s enrichment program. Programming must be intentional, follow YMCA curriculum guidelines, and be based in Youth Development Principles.

STEAM/Enrichment Specialists will be responsible for maintaining attendance, identifying STEAM students during the YMCA Core Survey cycle, participating in pre/post assessments as a STEAM Specialist, and co-hosting a STEAM event that invites families and communities at their After School Program site.

After School Program dates:

• San Francisco ASP sites: must be available to work August 19, 2024 – July 21, 2025

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years or older
• Meets school district Instructional Aide requirements of:
• High school diploma or equivalent AND passed District Instructional Aide Exam; OR
• High school diploma or equivalent AND passed California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST); OR
• High school diploma or equivalent AND 48 college units (transcript verification required); OR
• Associate’s degree or higher
• Must have knowledge or expertise in youth development and particularly in the STEAM field
• Must have at least one year experience working with youth in learning environments
• Must be highly motivated to provide quality after school opportunities to youth
• Must have at least one year experience facilitating lessons and managing classrooms
• Must be comfortable leading physical activities with youth
• Must be available for 1.25 hours per day between 1:00-6:00 pm, Monday-Friday, and some morning hours for coaching & development
• Current YMCA approved CPR and First Aid certification (training available upon hire)
• Fingerprint background check clearance
• TB Test clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in STEAM related field of study
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or other languages strongly preferred