Program Specialist (STEAM Program)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Program Specialist is responsible for the development, implementation and facilitation of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) programs at various agency program sites as directed. The Program Specialist will work closely with CYC staff to coordinate and integrate summer learning outcomes and promote 21st century skills development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and facilitate STEAM related programs to community members and school age children and youth.
• Create diverse curriculums and teach innovative maker/STEAM programs that promote 21st century skills development.
• Produce marketing strategies and promotional materials to recruit and retain youth in the program.
• Ensure the programs are supervised and all equipment is maintained, tracked, and protected at all times.
• Coordinate and communicate with the IT Department if technology issues arise.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all shared program spaces.
• Establish and maintain positive and safe learning environments for program participants including assisting with classroom and behavior management, resolving and mediating conflicts using restorative practices, handling emergencies and injuries, etc.
• Collaborate with staff to coordinate culminating events that build community and celebrate youth accomplishments.
• Provide regular updates and work with parents/guardians to maintain a high level of communication and positive relationships/climate.
• Assist with administering and collecting evaluation data as required by funders and for continuous program improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data collection of services in required databases and assist with producing programmatic reports as requested.
• Work with CYC’s STEAM program staff to do joint planning and ensure STEAM grant program outcomes are met.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and attend on-going training opportunities as needed.
• Collaborate with other CYC programs to support special projects and events.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields plus 2 or more years of work experience, preferred in planning and facilitating STEAM/enrichment activities for youth.
• Experience with any of the following is a plus: coding, robotics, game design, 3D printing, photography, film making, music production, and drone programming.
• Knowledge in providing IT support is a plus.
• Experience in classroom management, conflict mediation, and restorative practices is a plus.
• Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, conflict mediation, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with ethnically diverse groups of youth and support their social and emotional learning and development.
• Excellent technology skills (familiar with Google docs & sheets, Excel, etc.)
• Capacity to multitask, work independently, and meet strict programmatic deadlines.
• Ability to model to staff and participants: professionalism, personal responsibility, a strong work ethic and positive character.
• Bilingual in Cantonese, Spanish, or Tagalog is a plus.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends.
• Able to lift or move at least 25lbs.