Overview
NYC FIRST envisions and is building out a new STEM-based civic infrastructure that broadens resources, delivers opportunity and sets young people on pathways to success academically and professionally. This vision is centered on a network of STEM Centers, which centralize valuable resources, including computing and software, fabrication equipment, and expert and experienced sta and mentors. For over 20 years, NYC FIRST has inspired and empowered K-12 students from diverse communities across New York City each year to engage with STEM and robotics in meaningful and joyful ways. We create learning experiences that encourage young people to think critically and creatively and to persevere, driving towards excellence and equity.
STEM Center Details
This role will lead a highly visible STEM Center, located at the Andrew Freedman Home (AFH). AFH is a beautiful, historic, NYC-designated landmark building on the Grand Concourse at 166th St., which has been renovated into an artist's hub, oering interdisciplinary residencies, incubator space, workforce development and community services. The NYC FIRST STEM Center at AFH is scheduled to open on August 1, 2024 and will be the first of its kind in the borough.
The STEM Center is in close partnership with the Mid-Bronx Senior Citizens Council (MBSCC), a non-profit focused on enhancing the quality of life for families/residents of the South Bronx through human services to housing development, from economic revitalization to community empowerment. The STEM Center will serve young people and adults of the community by providing a range of existing and newly created hands-on STEM education and workforce-oriented programming. The STEM Center in the Bronx is part of a growing network of NYC FIRST STEM Centers that provide schools and communities with access to high quality facilities and equipment for educational purposes and as an on-ramp to STEM-based jobs. In addition, these facilities also provide opportunities for peer-to-peer learning, leadership development, and positive youth development.
Program Manager Responsibilities
This role will lead the creation of a vibrant community of STEM experts, novices and enthusiasts in the Bronx in order to advance educational pursuits, economic opportunity and civic engagement. It will help broaden pathways to success for students and teachers at Bronx-based schools (PK-12) with opportunities to engage with STEM broadly and robotics specifically. Some of the skills-based programming run by our sta will engage adults in STEM-based education, applicable to a range of industries. The STEM Center will also provide opportunities for Bronx-based robotics teams – and anyone interested in robotics – to learn and engage within a community of STEM enthusiasts.
Specifically, the Manager, STEM Center, Bronx will be responsible for:
Required Qualifications
Applicants for this position should meet the following qualifications:
Additional Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the following:
Overview
NYC FIRST envisions and is building out a new STEM-based civic infrastructure that broadens resources, delivers opportunity and sets young people on pathways to success academically and professionally. This vision is…
Additionally, NYC FIRST provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; four weeks of paid vacation time per year; and paid federal holidays.
Additionally, NYC FIRST provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; four weeks of paid vacation time per…
Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Spanish is recommended.
Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Spanish is recommended.
Please send a thoughtful cover letter and resume to careers@nycfirst.org with the subject line Manager, STEM Center, Bronx. No phone calls, please.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NYC FIRST is an equal opportunity employer. We invite people of all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status.
Please send a thoughtful cover letter and resume to careers@nycfirst.org with the subject line Manager, STEM Center, Bronx. No phone calls, please.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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