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  • Teacher
    Teacher
    3 days ago
    $65000–$110000 yearly
    Full-time
    Mott Haven, The Bronx

    Position Overview South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures & the Arts (SBCSICA) is seeking an innovative, student-centered Middle School Robotics Teacher who believes every student deserves access to high-quality STEM education. The ideal candidate will inspire students through hands-on learning in robotics, engineering, coding, automation, and real-world problem-solving while preparing them for high school STEM pathways, robotics competitions, and future careers in technology. In alignment with Portrait of a Graduate, the Robotics Teacher will develop students who are critical thinkers, creative innovators, effective communicators, collaborative leaders, adaptable problem-solvers, and responsible digital citizens. Through authentic, project-based learning, students will build the technical knowledge and durable skills needed to thrive in high school, college, careers, and an ever-evolving global workforce. The teacher will prepare students for SBCSICA's High School CTE Pathways by providing the foundational knowledge and technical skills needed for advanced coursework in Aviation, Robotics, Engineering, Coding, and other STEM-related fields, while fostering confidence, curiosity, and a passion for innovation. This is an opportunity to help build one of the Bronx's premier robotics programs while empowering historically underrepresented students to see themselves as future engineers, programmers, inventors, and technology leaders. Key Responsibilities Instruction & Curriculum • Design and deliver engaging, project-based robotics and STEM lessons aligned with New York State Learning Standards., • Teach robotics, engineering design, coding, automation, and computational thinking through hands-on learning experiences., • Integrate the engineering design process, problem-solving, and teamwork into daily instruction., • Prepare students for robotics competitions, STEM showcases, and collaborative design challenges., • Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs., • Use student data to drive instruction and improve academic outcomes. STEM & Career Readiness • Prepare students for success in SBCSICA's High School CTE Pathways, including Aviation, Robotics, and other STEM programs., • Connect classroom learning to real-world STEM careers through authentic projects, guest speakers, field experiences, and industry partnerships., • Foster innovation, creativity, and career exploration through hands-on engineering experiences. Student Engagement • Foster a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment., • Promote collaboration, leadership, communication, perseverance, and innovation., • Inspire students to pursue STEM opportunities beyond the classroom., • Encourage participation in robotics competitions, STEM events, and school showcases. Program Development • Support the continued growth of SBCSICA's Robotics Program., • Maintain robotics equipment, inventory, tools, and classroom technology., • Assist with robotics competitions, grants, community partnerships, and STEM initiatives., • Promote the Robotics Program through family engagement and school events., • Professional Responsibilities, • Collaborate with colleagues to integrate STEM across content areas., • Communicate regularly with students and families regarding academic progress., • Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school events., • Maintain accurate lesson plans, grades, assessments, and required documentation., • Demonstrate professionalism and contribute positively to the school community. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution., • New York State teaching certification (or eligibility to obtain certification)., • Experience teaching STEM, robotics, engineering, technology, computer science, or related subjects., • Strong classroom management and instructional skills., • Excellent communication and organizational skills., • Passion for equitable STEM education., • Lead the Robotics After-School Program and attend weekend competitions. Preferred, • Experience with VEX IQ,Minecraft, Arduino, or similar robotics platforms., • Experience coaching robotics teams or preparing students for STEM competitions., • Experience with project-based learning., • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Knowledge & Skills • Robotics & Automation, • Engineering Design Process, • Coding & Computational Thinking, • Mechanical Design & Prototyping, • Problem-Solving & Systems Thinking, • Project-Based Learning, • STEM Curriculum Development, • Classroom Technology Integration, • Data-Driven Instruction, • Strong collaboration and communication skills Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Flexible spending account, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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  • Tax Program Director
    Tax Program Director
    2 months ago
    $80000–$105000 yearly
    Full-time
    Morris Heights, The Bronx

    POSITION DESCRIPTION Position: Program Director Program: VITA Tax Program Reports to: Senior Program Director Salary Range: $80,000 to $105,000 Full-Time - VITA Tax Program Director About This Opportunity We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about advancing economic justice and possess strong leadership skills, we want to hear from you. This senior leadership role provides strategic direction and high-level oversight of Ariva’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and meaningful community impact. The Program Director supervises full-time and seasonal staff, oversees dozens of volunteers, leads program design and evaluation, and cultivates partnerships with funders, city and state agencies, and community organizations. This position plays a key role in shaping Ariva’s long-term strategy to build financial stability in the Bronx and other underserved communities. About Ariva MISSION: Our mission is to bring economic justice, opportunity and inclusion to our Bronx neighbors and other underserved communities across New York City. VISION: We envision a world where all New York City residents experience economic justice, financial inclusion, and the opportunity to build financially empowered and prosperous lives. We offer free comprehensive financial capabilities services and free income tax assistance at locations around New York City. Position Description Ariva is seeking a Program Director to join our leadership team. The Program Director is an experienced manager with demonstrated leadership abilities who works with us to develop, launch, execute, and evaluate effective programs that support vulnerable and underserved residents of our community. Ariva is one of the most established non-profit organizations providing free tax assistance in the Bronx. We are an IRS-sponsored VITA program and a Certified Acceptance Agent for ITINs. The program serves over 8,000 New Yorkers each year. The Program Director must have proven experience in managing, cultivating, and retaining staff. The Program Director will oversee a team of 5 full-time, year-round staff, 20-25 seasonal staff, and about 100 volunteers. This is a full-time position with an average schedule of approximately 45 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours during the income tax filing season. The position requires some evening and weekend availability to support community-based programs. During the main filing season (January–April), the Program Director may be expected to work most evenings and Saturdays. Face-to-face in-person service is an essential component of this position. This role involves frequent local travel to sites throughout NYC. Responsibilities The Program Director provides strategic and operational leadership for Ariva’s VITA tax program. The Program Director directly oversees projects and tax sites, supervises staff, ensures IRS-compliant service delivery, cultivates partnerships, and provides coverage as needed to ensure seamless, high-quality service at all sites. The Program Director's responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Primary Responsibilities Program Leadership ● Set the overall vision and strategy for the assigned financial capability programs in alignment with Ariva’s strategic plan. ● Design, implement, and evaluate new and existing programs. ● Lead program budget development, monitoring, and financial reporting of assigned programs. ● Serve as a key contributor in agency strategy sessions with executive staff and the Board. ● Oversee contract management, including compliance and invoicing. ● Monitor performance and reporting for all assigned tax sites and projects, ensuring ongoing compliance with IRS and local funder requirements. ● Ensure a highly professional and client-centered environment at all tax sites. ● Identify, implement, and monitor tax time savings and asset-building initiatives. ● Coordinate program integration strategies with Ariva’s financial counseling program. ● Review and approve communications content (website, social media, outreach materials). ● Support succession planning and cultivate leadership capacity within the program team. Team Management & Operations ● Recruit, mentor, and supervise full-time program staff. ● Develop and implement long-term professional development and staff retention strategies. ● Recruit, mentor, and supervise site coordinators and seasonal staff during tax season. ● Ensure tax sites have adequate equipment, technology, and supplies. ● Maintain safeguards to protect client privacy and data security. ● Maintain a secure and accurate equipment inventory of laptops and peripherals, ensuring security and antivirus software are up to date. External Relations & Representation ● Represent Ariva in meetings with funders, city agencies, and external partners. ● Design and oversee community outreach and marketing campaigns that build a sustainable client pipeline. ● Develop and maintain a sizable client story bank. ● Cultivate and sustain partnerships with community-based organizations, financial service providers, and other host partners where the tax sites operate. The Program Director will also have lead responsibility for the following initiatives: ● Oversee Ariva’s ITIN program. Ensure that Ariva’s ITIN program is fully compliant with all IRS requirements. ● Oversee Ariva’s Senior Citizen Tax Initiative, a program focused exclusively on the tax needs of seniors in our communities. Core Competencies: ● Minimum five years of experience in income tax preparation, preferably some in VITA sites. Multiyear seasonal site experience is acceptable. ● Minimum three years of experience in program management, including direct supervision of staff. ● A demonstrated commitment to and experience working with low-income people and in low-income communities. ● Extraordinary customer service skills and high standards of professionalism. ● Skilled in managing, motivating, and supporting staff and volunteers. ● Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple projects with varying goals, requirements, and timelines. ● Ability to simultaneously manage several busy tax sites. ● Cultural competence to provide services to the diverse members of our community. ● Adept at building and sustaining strategic partnerships with funders, community organizations, and government agencies. ● Computer-literate; comfortable with data management, data entry, and reporting. ● Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, including public speaking. ● Familiarity with CRMs, especially Salesforce and tax software (currently TaxSlayer) ● Contract or grant management experience and skills. ● Able to work in person and engage in frequent local travel to visit multiple tax sites, primarily in the Bronx. ● Willing and able to be flexible in their work schedule; able to accommodate evening and weekend hours to support the tax sites during tax season Compensation & Benefits ● Salary: $80,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience ● Subsidized health and dental insurance ● Generous paid time off ● 401K retirement plan ● Additional employee benefits "Ariva is an Equal Opportunity Employer"

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