AmeriCorps - STEM Specialist - St. George Area

Make a difference, inspire future innovators, and build your resume with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County. We are seeking 5 AmeriCorps STEM Specialists to bring hands-on STEM learning experiences to elementary students during our after-school programs. This opportunity is ideal for college students, future educators, STEM majors, or anyone passionate about working with youth and making a positive community impact.

Schedule

Mid-August 2026 – May 2027
Monday–Friday
Approximately 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
12–16 hours per week

About the role

This is an AmeriCorps national service position, not a traditional hourly job. Members commit to completing two 300-hour service terms during the school year:

• Term 1: August – December 2026
• Term 2: January – May 2027

This experience provides valuable teaching, leadership, and community service experience while helping prepare you for careers in education, STEM, or youth development.

Benefits

• Living Allowance: Receive a $4,800 living allowance per service term, paid bi-weekly throughout each term (stipend—not hourly pay).
• Education Award: After successfully completing each term, you'll earn a $1,565.08 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, which can be used toward qualified educational expenses or eligible student loans.
• Professional development opportunities
• Valuable classroom and leadership experience
• Resume-building national service experience

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, hands-on STEM lessons
• Inspire curiosity and confidence in science, technology, engineering, and math
• Build positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and teammates
• Supervise youth during indoor and outdoor activities
• Encourage participation and positive behavior
• Track lesson plans, attendance, and student progress
• Complete weekly timesheets and monthly reports
• Participate in staff meetings and AmeriCorps training
• Help create a fun, safe, and inclusive after-school environment

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements
• Have experience working with children
• Possess a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, education, teaching, or youth development
• CPR and First Aid certification (may be required)

Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:

• Fingerprint background check
• Reference check
• Required pre-employment screenings

School locations: Heritage Elementary, Legacy Elementary, Panorama Elementary, Paradise Canyon Elementary, Sandstone Elementary.