STEM Coordinator

at  YMCA of Snohomish County

The Y is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.
Come to work each day knowing that what you do has an impact on the lives of the people in your community. At the Y, we invite you to develop your skills, realize your leadership potential, and discover a position that is truly much more than a job. Plus, there is always room to grow at the Y!
Availability: Monday-Friday, early afternoons and evenings (roughly 11:00am-7:00pm) with occasional weekend availability

POSITION SUMMARY:

Implement STEM curriculum at assigned locations as directed introducing youth from all backgrounds to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) experiences; meeting the needs of our diverse community. Ensure a safe, positive and inclusive atmosphere that promotes participant safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age 18
• One or more years’ related experience planning and facilitating STEM activities with youth in a developmentally appropriate group setting.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Provide document of all certification and training requirements established by DCYF, including position prerequisites, current negative TB test, fully vaccinated for MMR/other required vaccinations, and portable background check
• Ability to travel to YMCA site locations and community organizations.
• Plan, organize, and implement high quality developmentally appropriate programming.
• Basic computer/typing skills and demonstrated ability to utilize standard office software
• Fluency in second language desired

MENTAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems; may use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with members, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied individuals.
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically interaction with others is busy, constant and occasionally interruptive. Work may be demanding at times. May require ability to work irregular hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job descriptions represent a general outline of job duties, functions and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and therefore their description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time.

Our benefits are AMAZING!

• FREE training offered for all positions and get paid while you train for your job!
• Flexible work schedules and a family-friendly environment.
• FREE family YMCA membership for all staff.
• 50% off ECE child care for Full-Time staff (and their dependents).
• 100% off specific programs and services for Full-Time staff (and their dependents) that include:
• School Age Child Care, licensed Discovery Camp, Day Camps, 1 session of Overnight Camp, Family Camps, group swim lessons, youth sports, & youth leadership programs
• Competitive benefits package for Full-Time staff.
• Two medical plans to choose from: One is FREE for employee.
• Dental plan is FREE for employee.
• Life and long term disability with medical and dental insurance begin on the first of the month after start date.
• 2 weeks paid time off accrued per year to start (accrual increases with years of service) and 8 paid holidays for full-time staff.
• Sick Pay accrued at rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked.
• Tax-Deferred retirement account & Roth retirement account available to all employees.
• 403a Retirement investing account paid at 12% annual compensation after 2 years of service (minimum 1,000 hours worked in each year).
• FREE Employee Assistance Program.
• Cheery, dynamic, cause-driven work environment, like no other!
• We promote from within often. Enjoy your career at our Y!

The full range of the pay grade for this position is $25.60 - $37.50.

WHAT YOU WILL DO AT THE Y:

This position is a year-round position that works alongside our Teen (Middle and High School Age) Programming during the 2024-2025 school year and assists with camp and program development during the summer. This position is currently grant funded for one year with potential for future funding and sustainability.
As the STEM Coordinator working with our Teen team and STEM team you will lead and develop our teen-based STEM enrichments and programming. This position will serve on an engaging and dynamic team, playing a key role in ensuring planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum are provided to the participants. You will oversee the planning and implementation of equitable and engaging STEM learning opportunities for teens, working with YMCA Teen staff to best fit the needs of the community. You will be an important part of helping maintain professional relationships with families, facility/school personnel, and the community.
This is an in-person, Full-Time role. Shifts are a combination of administrative work and afternoon programming. The position is based out of one centralized location, but you will need reliable transportation to sites to facilitate STEM activities. Hours and shifts are determined by school and Teen Programming schedules, STEM Coordinators will be expected to work 35-40 hours in a combination of admin and in ratio hours.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and design YMCA specific STEM Curriculum
• Travels to assigned locations to implement STEM curriculum on-site at designated YMCA of Snohomish County locations.
• Focus on facilitation practices that encourage gender equitable practices and promote inclusivity in STEM
• Collect and compile data related to program effectiveness
• Ensure and provide upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensure all safety standards are met
• Maintain compliance with proper DCYF and YMCA trainings
• Assist in organizing and facilitating community and organizational STEM related events
• Ensure clear and effective communication between site staff and the STEM Director
• Assist STEM Director in training site staff in equitable STEM facilitation practices
• Periodically meet with STEM Director to assess program quality
• Periodically meet with STEM Team to ensure STEM continuum and sustainability
• Periodically complete quality assessments for STEM curriculum, programs, and activities.
• Create path for career readiness and spark interest in STEM careers.
• Ensure compliance with state and local regulations in addition to YMCA program standards and procedures
• Provide for upkeep of assigned program facilities, equipment and ensure all safety standards are met
• Maintain proper records, statistics and department files
• Perform other duties as assigned