What are the responsibilities and job description for the Co-Op: Facilities & Library Assistant (Summer Only) position at The STEM Alliance?
Facilities & Library Assistant
Co-Op Summer Enrichment is a summer program for low income children that emphasizes STEM enrichment alongside camp programming that infuses the joy of summer into all that we do. Are you looking for a fun summer job? Do you also want to make a difference? Join us at Co-Op Camp! We are hiring team members who are eager to be a part of a program that emphasizes STEM learning, mentoring connections, and summer fun!
What you'll be doing
You’re joining a team in a fast paced summer camp environment. Most of what you will be responsible for is listed below but roles and discrete tasks can change. At Co-Op you will do much of these tasks:
Serve as a librarian to check books out and in and re-shelve all books with accuracy per training by District library staff
Assist office staff as needed to keep daily administrative tasks of Co-Op functioning smoothly
Communicate and collaborate with building custodial staff to:
maintain clean and safe areas for program blocks and special events
pre-request needed equipment, supplies or furniture needed for program blocks and special events
Maintain the lunchroom facility by:
Creating routines for counselors and campers to follow during lunch and snack times to maintain and fun, orderly, safe, and clean environment
Teaching children how to be responsible about cleaning up after themselves
Emptying garbage cans as needed to prevent overflow
Performing light sweeping and picking up to assist children and custodial staff
Organize daily snacks for all groups
Set up for camp events and special activity days
What you bring
First and foremost, we are looking for someone who is warm, friendly and values teamwork. We want you to join us to help children and then keep coming back because you love our community. Did you know that 10% of our staff have been working for us for 5 or more years?. Also significant is that you have a desire to serve others and learn how STEM education and summer learning can create positive outcomes for children. Lastly, we would need you to be ready to take on a full time summer job for all six weeks and do your best in a supportive and professional environment.
Besides that you might:
Have past experience working with children or helping others
Seek a job where you can make a difference in the lives of kids
Are ready to meet and work with other local teens, educators and nonprofit leaders from diverse backgrounds
Want to know what Color Wars is and be already planning to win the annual trophy
Are Bilingual (Spanish/English)
REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years old by July 1, 2023
Social security card
Fingerprinting for any non-Mamaroneck School District employee
Two professional or personal (non-family) references
What we offer
Camp Staff T-Shirt
Highly collaborative work environment where your knowledge and experience are valued regardless of age or experience - all voices matter
Opportunity to serve children from diverse backgrounds
Experience developing useful job and personal skills:
Leadership skills
Organizational skills such as program planning and implementation
Mentoring skills assisting younger children with problem-solving, conflict resolution and perseverance
Recommendation letters for future endeavors (based upon performance)
A workplace culture that prioritizes understanding, empathy and diversity
A location on a bus route and .5 miles from the Mamaroneck MetroNorth train station
Are you excited?
So are we!
Apply today to play an active role in changing our world for the better by empowering and training the next generation of STEM leaders and bridging the digital divide through inclusion initiatives.
If you’re enthusiastic about our mission, we’d love to hear from you! And please note:
→ Research shows that while men apply to jobs if they meet about 60% of the criteria, women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups tend to apply only if they check all the boxes. If you think you have what it takes but don't meet every single point above, please still apply! We'd like to learn more about you to see if you could be a great fit.
→ We value the diversity of our colleagues. People with disabilities are currently underrepresented in our company and underserved in our community. We want to change that. For this reason, we subscribe to equal employment opportunity principles and strongly encourage people living with disabilities to apply. We will support you in the working environment.
REQUIRED PROGRAM DATES & TIMES:
June 26, 2023 to August 4, 2023
8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Wednesday (weekly staff Meeting)
*all program start and end times/dates subject to change until program design is complete by June 1st
SALARY
$3,850
Paid Bi-Monthly in July and August (3 payments total)