STEM Program Assistant

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Now’s your chance to join the best team in Brooklyn!

The STEM Program Assistant will support the Brooklyn Public Library’s STEM programming, with a primary focus on the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) program. The assistant will work closely with the STEM Coordinator to support robotics teams, youth participants, coaches, volunteers, and program events throughout the program year.

This is a non-union temporary part-time grant funded position. The grant is funded through 12/31/26 with intention to renew. Employment beyond 12/31/26 is contingent on grant renewal.

The hourly rate for this position is $25 per hour.  

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with FTC practices, workshops, staff trainings, and robotics activities. 

• Support youth participants in robot building, programming, engineering, and problem-solving. 

• Assist with FTC team preparation, competitions, equipment, and logistics. 

• Help prepare and maintain robotics kits, tools, technology, and program materials. 

• Visit locations across Brooklyn libraries to assist as needed 

• Support with FTC competitions, showcases, and special events, including setup and breakdown. 

• Assist with transporting, organizing, and inventorying robotics equipment. 

• Provide on-site support to coaches, volunteers, staff, and participants. 

• Help communicate schedules, program updates, and competition information to participating branches and teams. 

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for youth ages 10–17. 

• Perform other STEM and robotics-related duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ HSE 

• Experience with robotics, STEM education, coding, engineering, or technology. 

• Experience working with youth or educational programs. 

• Familiarity with FIRST Tech Challenge, LEGO robotics, or similar robotics programs is a plus. 

• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills. 

• Available to work 19 hours a week, including evenings and weekends when required for practices and competitions. 

• Ability to lift, move, and organize robotics equipment and event materials. 

This is a temporary Part-Time position. The hourly rate for this position is $25 per hour.  

We seek professionals dedicated to providing excellent customer service, developing fruitful partnerships in the community, and implementing programs aligned with our mission and vision. You will be immersed in a motivating and challenging environment where innovation is key to the organization. If you are looking to be a part of a stimulating workplace that is highly regarded by its culturally diverse community, BPL is the place to be.

Brooklyn Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.