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Houston After School Program Leader

Girlstart · Houston, TX · 2 mo ago
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About Girlstart

Founded in 1997, Girlstart's mission is to increase girls' interest and engagement in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through innovative, nationally recognized informal STEM education programs. Girlstart's year-round programs inspire girls to transform our world, including after school, week-long summer camps, community STEM programs, and an annual girls conference. Girlstart provides After School programs in multiple cities across Texas, Boston, MA, and the South Bay Area, CA.

About the Role

Girlstart is seeking multiple After School Program Leaders (called STEM CREW—Creative, Resourceful, Empowered Workforce) to lead fun, hands-on, STEM-focused After School programs in Houston, specifically in Alief ISD, Lamar Consolidated ISD, and Spring Branch ISD. Programs meet once a week for 1–1.5 hours immediately after the school day, serving 20–25 girls with a free STEM enrichment program that builds confidence and encourages pursuit of higher education and career opportunities.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with 4th–5th grade girls, empowering them through science, technology, engineering, and math activities. Program leaders will receive training from program coordinators/managers and report to the Houston Program Coordinator for details about after-school clubs and additional responsibilities.

Schedule

Program Leaders are preferred to be available 2 afternoons per week (Mondays–Thursdays, with limited Friday options) to lead 2 programs. Programs typically run from 3:00–4:00 pm at respective elementary schools, requiring availability around 2 pm on program days. The weekly commitment is 5–8 hours, including preparation, travel, leading the activity, and cleanup. Program Leaders are encouraged to schedule 1–2 office hours per week at Girlstart’s Houston office for practice, material packing, and questions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engaging, hands-on STEM activities for 4th–5th grade girls in after-school programs.
  • Prepare for lessons, including packing materials and reviewing activity plans.
  • Manage classroom dynamics and ensure a positive, inclusive environment.
  • Drive to and from program locations (reliable transportation required).
  • Participate in mandatory ongoing training throughout the position.
  • Attend weekly office hours for practice, material preparation, and support.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with children preferred.
  • Desire to empower and educate girls in STEM.
  • Reliable transportation (or valid driver’s license for at least 1 year).
  • Comfortable presenting to groups of girls.
  • Classroom management skills helpful.
  • Proficient using Google Drive apps.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • All majors welcome (STEM background not required).

Benefits

  • Join a mission-driven organization empowering girls in STEM.
  • Enhance leadership, teamwork, presentation, and communication skills.
  • Build problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making abilities.
  • Serve as a positive female role model for girls.
  • Work with a diverse peer group.
  • Gain hands-on experience in an education setting (ideal for future educators).
  • Deliver informal STEM programs with small groups of students.
  • Improve teaching style and curriculum writing skills.
  • Increase confidence in delivering STEM-focused material.
  • Receive on-the-job training in informal STEM education, the Girlstart Method, gender equity in the classroom, and related topics.

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