Robotics/STEM Activity Specialist P.S. 217 LEAPS

About the role

Flatbush Development Corporation is a dynamic and community-focused organization dedicated to providing high-quality afterschool programs for youth in Brooklyn. Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Department of Health (DOH) and The Office of Children Services (OCFS).

Responsibilities

• Participant Supervision:
  • Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all participants
  • Ensure adherence to program safety protocols, including health, wellness, and behavior management standards
  • Supervise participants during activities, transitions, and program breaks, addressing behavioral issues with consistency and positive guidance
• Activity Facilitation:
  • Design and deliver structured, hands-on activities that align with program goals and curriculum frameworks
  • Facilitate Arts, STEM, Literacy, Recreation, and Enrichment Activities that promote engagement, creativity, and critical thinking
  • Plan activities that culminate in projects, showcases, or performances to celebrate student achievement
  • Adapt activities to meet the diverse needs of learners, including multilingual students and those with varying developmental levels
• Youth Development:
  • Support the social-emotional growth of participants by modeling positive behaviors, promoting teamwork, and encouraging problem-solving
  • Apply trauma-informed practices and culturally responsive strategies to engage students effectively
  • Foster resilience, self-confidence, and leadership skills in youth
  • Collaborate with program staff to identify and address individual student needs
• Professional Development:
  • Participate in mandatory staff trainings, workshops, and professional development sessions to enhance skills and knowledge
  • Engage in reflective supervision, coaching, and scenario-based learning to improve program delivery and youth outcomes
  • Maintain current knowledge of DYCD, DOH, DOE, and OCFS regulations and best practices in afterschool programming
  • Contribute ideas for program improvement and support a culture of continuous learning among staff

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Education, Youth Development, Child Development, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent experience working with school-age youth
• Experience designing and facilitating structured activities for children in K–8 in one or more specialty areas: Art, Dance, Music Production, Reading, Math, or STEM, Chess, Robotics/Coding
• Knowledge of youth development principles, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed practice
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and maintain a positive, professional demeanor
• Required certifications: CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain), and compliance with OCFS/DYCD training requirements

Max Hours: 15 per week