Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) is a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York that seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, mission-aligned Robotics Specialist. The Robotics Specialist will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children's Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. We are seeking a Robotics Specialistto provide astructured and engaging introduction to the active use of technology to our high school students. The ideal candidate will be able to expose students to available technologies and programming through a designedcurriculum and through a series of projects designed by students. The Robotics Specialist must be able to motivate and maintain the interest of students while setting a positive example. Additionally, The RoboticsSpecialist must take a sincere, active, and appropriate interest in the well-being and success of all students.Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma required
Who you are
- A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
- Experience in robotics and computer programming
- 1 year experience working in youth development; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Create basic lesson plans
- Ability to effectively engage students
- Patient, motivated, well organized, with exceptional communication skills
- Dedicated to providing positive outcomes for children and families residing in Harlem
- Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings
What you will do
- Engage a group of 15-20 high school students in a curriculum exploring technology as tools for project based learning
- Design curriculum based on the use of the makey-makey, 3D printer, Leap motion, digital camera, Lego mind storm or other in house technologies
- Design a curriculum to introduce students to coding (assembly, ASM, C++, Visual Basic, HTML)
- Coordinate technology based trips, special events, student showcases and other activities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule
- Must be available Monday through Friday 4 pm-8 pm
BenefitsAs a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families - and our staff - thrive.Please take a look at our Part-Time benefits below.Our exceptional Part-Time benefits include:
- Career advancement
- Paid sick leave
- Employee referral bonus
- Physical wellness discounts
- Commuter benefits
- Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
The hourly rate for this position is $25-$30. To be considered, interested applicants can submit acover letter and resume to ...@hcz.org No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.Alljobs123 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)