RoboFun is seeking an entrepreneurial, detail oriented team player who is passionate about STEM education to be our Program Coordinator. The person in this position will provide crucial administrative support to help us run 80+ after school programs in 50+ schools throughout NYC, as well as teach/substitute on an as-needed basis.
We are a growing company that provides exciting, hands-on after school programs using emerging technologies for PK-12th grade youth, including LEGO robotics, Scratch coding, DIY electronics and stop motion animation. We ignite kids’ passion to explore & solve problems as they learn to invent, build, code and troubleshoot. We believe learning should be fun!
Please apply if you are interested in being an integral part of a team of collaborative, fun-loving, innovative educators!
For a more in depth description of the position, see http://robofun.org/
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
SUMMARY
RoboFun | Vision Education & Media provides exciting, hands-on after school programs using emerging technologies for PK-12th grade youth. We ignite kids’ passion to explore & solve problems as they learn to invent, build, code and troubleshoot. We believe learning should be fun!
We are looking for an entrepreneurial, detail oriented team player to be our Program Coordinator to provide crucial administrative support for our off-site Program Managers. The Program Coordinator will make sure our 30+ teachers and 50+ school partners have everything they need so that our students can design, code, create & troubleshoot LEGO® robots, video games, web pages and stop motion animations!
The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, with the ability and eagerness to jump into new situations and navigate them with integrity and success. The ideal candidate will enjoy a fast paced environment that requires thinking on his or her feet, and be excited about working with a team of like-minded people who create innovative learning environments for children. If you are excited about making an impact in a non-traditional STEM educational environment, this is the job for you!
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide administrative support for our Program Managers who oversee 80+ off-site after school
• Provide our students and school partners with excellent customer service
• Teach and/or substitute for our after school clubs across the 5 boroughs as needed
• Organize, prepare and keep track of all of our off-site instructional materials and equipment
• Transport our equipment to/from 50+ schools in time for our clubs
• Install software for our programs at our partner schools
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelors Degree
• Experience working with children a plus, either in a traditional school environment or within non-traditional teaching environments such as coaching or camp counseling
• Ability to problem solve and work independently
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Outstanding project, planning and time management skills, including an extreme attention to detail and ability to prioritize/multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent cooperation and negotiation skills and the ability to use them appropriately with clients and staff
• A valid US driver’s license is required (necessary for transporting equipment)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds (necessary for transporting equipment)
• Highly professional with a positive attitude and a good sense of humor
• Energy and enthusiasm about working with youth clubs
BENEFITS
• Receive a competitive salary & a benefits package. RoboFun covers 2/3 of selected health insurance plans after 3 months.
• Be a part of a collaborative, fun-loving culture of creative talented educators.
• Learn best practices in how to teach emerging technologies & manage a classroom.
• Work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment where innovation is encouraged!
• Laugh & learn a lot while helping students become creative innovators.
Please visit our website for more information: http://robofun.org
Please send your resume, salary requirements and cover letter to programcoordinator@vemny.org