STEM Lead

Location 3120 McDougal Ave,Suite 100,Everett, WA, 98201,United States Base Pay $24.24 - $25.51 / Hour Other Compensation Mileage Employee Type Non-Exempt Part Time Required Degree High school Travel 20% Manage Others No Contact information Description The YMCA of Snohomish County provides jobs and careers with a cause. Every day, the Y makes a lasting impression in our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our unique work environment constantly changes to adapt to the needs of our communities. We are a non-profit, in the people business. This means that we help members meet a fitness or ability goal, see that children thrive in our child care programs, encourage family togetherness, and give youth an opportunity to learn life skills through water safety, sports, and teen programming. Our Commitment to Inclusion: The Y is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibility—they guide everything we do. We look forward to having you on our YMCA team! *The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization! 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. Job Duties/Responsibilities 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 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 Ensure clear and effective communication between site staff and the STEM Director Periodically meet with STEM Team to ensure STEM continuum and sustainability Periodically complete quality assessments for STEM facilitation, programs, and activities. 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 Qualifications 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 COVID-19/MMR/other required vaccinations*, and portable background check Ability to travel to YMCA site locations and community organizations. 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 *medical or religious exemptions may be possible Y Culture Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system Embrace Team Leader Core Competencies Mission Advancement Models and teaches the Y's values Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to improving lives Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition Cultivates relationships to support fundraising Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives Builds relationships to create small communities Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support Operational Effectiveness Provides others with frameworks for making decisions Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team Effectively creates and manages budgets Hold staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress Personal Growth Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performanceHas the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology Physical and Mental Demands The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical Demands As directed, lead and participate in a range of activities in indoor/outdoor settings. Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise program activities. Staff may be required to move weights of approximately 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. 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. Summary FREE YMCA family membership for all staff FREE training offered for all positions & get paid while you train for your job! Sick Pay accrued at rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked (available after 90 days) Retirement paid at 12% annual compensation after 2 years of service (minimum 1,000 hours worked in each year) 20% off programs and services for all staff Cheery, dynamic cause-driven work environment, like no other! Flexible work schedules and a family-friendly environment. Little to no experience required for most positions-let us train you! The full range of the pay grade for this position is $24.24-$34.32. #J-18808-Ljbffr YMCA of Snohomish County