Young Women in Science Coordinator

Flying Cloud Institute (FCI) seeks a dedicated and inspiring educator to lead after school Girls Science Clubs and Summer programs, working with and leading a team of educators around the county. FCI is a dynamic, small nonprofit committed to inspiring the natural curiosity of children through real world science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) investigations that inspire creativity.

The Young Women in Science Coordinator plans and delivers weekly after school Girls Science Clubs, an annual STEM Summer Intensive, and year-round Youth Mentorship programs as well as supervising and supporting a team of after school Club Leaders. Depending on availability and candidates’ preferences, the Coordinator position can be a part time or full time role. You will need to provide your own transportation to program sites around the county. This position will work in partnership with local school districts, artists, teachers, STEM professionals, and nonprofit organizations to deliver meaningful experiences to youth. Most duties occur on weekdays with very occasional weekend or evening programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Run three after school Girls Science Clubs a week during the school year;
• Plan and implement dynamic and authentic STEM activities in the form of hands-on science investigations and engineering challenges for youth in grades 3-8;
• Recruit, support, and supervise Club Leaders and Youth Mentors;
• Recruit STEM professionals as volunteer presenters;
• Communicate with school and district staff to recruit Club members, reserve space for programs, communicate with families and caregivers, etc;
• Work with Executive Director to prepare grant proposals and reports for YWIS programs;
• Run program evaluation in the form of pre- and post-program assessment surveys, focus groups, and observations;
• Build and maintain positive relations with schools, administrators, teachers, families, funders, teaching artists, and volunteers.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or if you have a less traditional background. We are looking for the best person to join the team and we welcome your interest! We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Have or are working towards relevant Bachelor's degree: ideally in STEM, art, or education
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience and a passion for K-12 STEAM education
• Demonstrated experience working with children in classroom and/ or out-of-school time settings
• Ability to exercise cultural competence and best practices in inclusion and equity
• Child First Aid and CPR certification (training provided upon hire as needed)
• Must be physically able to work outside all day (in summer) on occasion and lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and have had a driver’s license for a minimum of three consecutive years
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI and SORI background check
• Excellent writing and analytical skills
• Experience using G-suite and Excel a plus

Eligible staff may elect to enroll in Tufts Health Direct Silver 2000 health insurance plan with FCI paying a minimum of 60% of the premium and covering the first $1,000 of the $2,000 Annual Deductible; FCI also offers a 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions through Mass CORE up to 4%. Employment also includes 10 paid holidays, 40 hours paid sick time, and up to 120 hours of paid vacation leave. Staff may be eligible for federal student loan repayment.

Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus