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Volunteer at a summer STEM program!
ORGANIZATION: Masa
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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3 people are interested
Masa is seeking dedicated volunteers who are interested in working as part of a team to help support our six-week Summer STEM program in which Masa scholars hone their creativity and engineering skills by designing innovative robots with a focus on the local community. The Summer STEM Program will end with an interactive showcase open to students and their families.
Where: Masa South Bronx Community Center, easily accessible by the 2 and 5 trains to the 149th Street-3rd Avenue train station (just 2 stops into the Bronx)
When: The Summer STEM Program will begin on July 9th, 2018 and will end on August 16th, 2018
Time: The Summer Robotics Program will operate on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm, and Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm (volunteers are asked to commit to at least one consistent day per week)
What: We are looking for dedicated volunteers to support our Robotics instructor. Volunteers will help facilitate daily lesson plans and activities, as well as help manage participating scholars. Prior background in STEM or Robotics is NOT required but a strong interest and knowledge of STEM subjects is highly welcomed. TRAINING will be provided.
Requirements are as follows:
- Ability to volunteer at least once a week on a consistent basis
- Attend a training which will take place prior to program start date
- Willingness to work with scholars going into grades 4 to 6 (ages 9 to 12)
- Willing and able to help facilitate lesson plans to students, in small group settings, and under the leadership of our Robotics instructor
- Help manage behavior and lead scholars through daily instruction
- Attend summer interactive showcase (if schedule permits)
- Provide feedback on student progress and/or concerns to Masa staff
- Fill out volunteer application and interview with Masa staff
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About Masa
Location:
2770 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10455, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Masa is to promote educational attainment, committed leadership and civic engagement among underserved students living in New York City with a particular focus on those of Mexican descent. Through a variety of civic and educational partnerships, Masa provides positive guidance and support for underserved youth and their families. We encourage program participants to strive to their fullest potential by setting and achieving academic goals in our tutoring and mentoring program. Furthermore, by fostering cultural and civic awareness, we empower a future generation of active and involved citizens.
Description
Masa provides after-school and mentorship services to students of Mexican descent living in or near the South Bronx. The organization relies heavily on the work of volunteers to serve the varied needs of students involved in the program.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2770 Third Avenue1st FloorBronx, NY 10455
DATE POSTED
May 8, 2018
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Special Needs
- STEM
- Math / Science Instruction
- Robotics
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 15
- Orientation or Training
- Able to volunteer weekly from 10:30 - 1:30
- 14 year olds will be considered on a case by case basis