STEM Activity Specialist, Middle School Program

Job overview

The STEM Activity Specialist, Middle School Program role is in person in Elmhurst, NY, and pays $30–$45 per hour. This part-time, school-year position supports South Asian Youth Action’s middle school program in Ozone Park, Queens. SAYA’s youth development work aims to advance educational equity and support young people’s academic, emotional, and social development. The specialist designs and leads hands-on, project-based science activities that connect concepts to real-world applications. The role also supports student safety, collaboration, social-emotional learning, and a positive classroom environment.

What you'll do

• Supervise activities to support participant safety
• develop age-appropriate hands-on science lesson plans
• connect science concepts to everyday life
• use project-based learning to encourage creativity and critical thinking
• foster teamwork and an inclusive learning environment
• manage the classroom
• maintain positive relationships
• care for program spaces and materials
• complete program reports
• and participate in training, meetings, and special events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

stem activity specialist

middle school program

part-time

elmhurst ny

south asian youth action

hands-on science

project-based learning

youth development

science education

social-emotional learning

$30–$45/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes a generous benefits package and lists a supportive community environment, external opportunities, and a school-day schedule.

Why this role

The posting describes a school-year position from September through June, with potential rehire for summer and the following year; availability is required 2–5 days per week.

About the employer

South Asian Youth Action Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.