STEM Specialist

About us

Belmont After School Enrichment Collaborative (BASEC), Inc. provides high-quality out-of-school time programming for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade in the towns of Belmont and Maynard, MA. Our goal is to foster self-confidence through enriching programming, support, and education that will contribute to each child’s social and emotional development.

Job Description

BASEC seeks a STEM Specialist for its site at the Burbank School in Belmont, Massachusetts. As a STEM Specialist, you will have the opportunity to inspire inquiry, creative problem solving, and agency in students; create and implement curriculum that challenges and engages; make meaningful connections with stakeholders from throughout the community; and work with colleagues that share the important goal of fostering the development of engaged young citizens.

We are seeking creative candidates with a passion for working with youth to join our experienced teaching team. You will contribute to the site’s culture and play a key role in building an environment where children thrive.

As a STEM Specialist, you will:

• Design and implement rich out-of-school time programming;
• Develop workshops and projects in science, technology, engineering, and math, as well as specialized content for integration in BASEC’s daily programming;
• Coordinate with the Site Director to plan special events and enrichment activities;
• Lead BASEC programming for students every day;
• With the Site Director, serve as a contact for parents regarding students’ skill-building and developmental growth achieved through participation in BASEC learning experiences;
• Participate regularly in developmental programming to remain current on trends in the field.

An ideal candidate would be/have:

• Energetic and compassionate;
• A background in STEM;
• A growth mindset and openness to embracing feedback;
• Willingness to create and collaborate with BASEC colleagues;
• Strong organization skills;
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Google Suite;
• Education background and/or experience in the out-of-school time field.

Compensation

This is a full-time, salaried position--compensation package is highly competitive and is based on prior experience and qualifications.

Salary Range: $52,000 - $60,000

Benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off: Accrue 72 hours of PTO at the start of each fiscal year (prorated for your start date for this 2024 – 2025) and thereafter accrue 12 hours at the end of each month worked;
• Paid days off for 13 national/state holidays;
• Membership (optional) in our health insurance group with BASEC contribution of 75% and accompanying HRA benefit of 50% reimbursement of any health insurance deductible expenses;
• Membership (optional) in our dental insurance group with BASEC contribution of 50%;
• Membership (optional) in Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan (option available at the start of each fiscal year, September 1);
• Employer-paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance;
• Optional participation in BASEC’s 401k retirement savings plan;
• Up to $1,000.00 in tuition reimbursement annually.

To Apply:

Please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] for faster review.

BASEC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, age, ancestry, genetic information or disability in the provision of or access to services, employment and activities. This is in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Belmont, MA 02478 (Required)

Work Location: In person