STEM Counselor

Position Title: STEM Counselor

Location: Boys & Girls Club of Garfield & 21st CCLC Garfield Middle School 

Employment Type: Part-Time

Compensation: $18 - $20/hr

Position Overview:

The Boys & Girls Club of Garfield is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated STEM Counselor to support and engage youth in hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programming. The STEM Counselor will create a positive learning environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among youth ages K-14.

This position combines STEM instruction, mentorship, and youth development while ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.

Key Responsibilities:

STEM Program Facilitation:

• Lead and assist with STEM-based activities, projects, and workshops.
• Facilitate engaging lessons in science, technology, engineering, robotics, coding, digital literacy, and mathematics.
• Encourage creativity, innovation, and exploration through hands-on learning experiences.
• Support youth in completing STEM projects and activities.

Youth Development & Mentorship

• Build positive relationships with youth participants.
• Serve as a role model and mentor while promoting teamwork and leadership skills.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Address behavioral concerns using positive youth development practices.

Program Planning & Preparation

• Prepare materials and supplies needed for STEM activities.
• Assist with lesson planning and activity implementation.
• Maintain organized program spaces and STEM equipment.
• Ensure activities are age-appropriate, engaging, and aligned with program goals.

Safety & Supervision

• Supervise participants during all program activities.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all youth members.
• Follow all organizational safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor attendance and participant engagement.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Assist with documenting participant progress and program outcomes.
• Provide updates and feedback to supervisors regarding program success and participant engagement.

General Club Responsibilities

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with special events, field trips, and community engagement activities.
• Support overall club operations as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of program areas and shared spaces.

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College coursework or degree in Education, STEM-related fields, Child Development, or a related area preferred.

Experience

• Experience working with youth in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings preferred.
• Experience facilitating STEM activities, coding, robotics, science experiments, or technology programs is a plus.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate youth.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passion for STEM education and youth development.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.