AmeriCorps STEM Specialist - Utah County

About the role

The Boys & Girls Club of Utah County is hiring 11 AmeriCorps STEM Specialists for the upcoming school year 2026-2027. The positions are located throughout Utah County, including Orem, Provo, and Pleasant Grove.

Responsibilities

• Lead STEM lessons during the time allocated each week
• Maintain records of lesson plans and track data for the number of students served
• Complete weekly timesheets and a monthly report
• Evaluate progress of youth served using surveys & rubrics
• Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
• Build positive relationships with youth, families, school staff, and your teammates
• Promote and stimulate program participation
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members
• Ensure members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s)
• Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of members
• Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for all members and visitors
• Monitor and evaluate program services and activities
• Oversee member safety, program quality, and appearance of the organization at all times
• Supervise and ensure safety during indoor and outdoor activities (rain or shine)
• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly organization staff meetings
• May participate in special programs and/or events
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and all grant required training

Requirements

• 18+ years of age
• United States citizen or legal permanent resident
• High school diploma or GED
• Meet the requirements set by the Corporation for National and Community Service
• Experience in working with children
• Knowledge of youth development
• Motivated youth and manage behavior problems
• Ability to work with the school and general public
• Plan and implement quality programs for youth
• Organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• CPR and First Aid Certifications may be required
• Valid State Driver's License
• Preference will be given to individuals with educational or work experience related to science, technology, engineering, math, teaching, and/or education

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Experience in working with children
• Knowledge of youth development
• Motivated youth and manage behavior problems
• Ability to work with the school and general public
• Plan and implement quality programs for youth
• Organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• CPR and First Aid Certifications may be required
• Valid State Driver's License
• Education or work experience related to science, technology, engineering, math, teaching, and/or education