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Join our team at The Community Folk Art Center!  We are currently hiring for an Office Coordinator.

About the Role : The Office Coordinator serves as the initial departmental representative to incoming constituencies, and handles a variety of tasks providing operational support and general assistance. The Office Coordinator is present in the office to provide services to campus constituents.

Reporting to the Community Folk Art Center’s (CFAC) Administrative Specialist, the Office Coordinator’s duties include, but are not limited to performing administrative duties and secretarial support for CFAC. This position will manage the front desk operations and assist with the supervision of student workers. The Office Coordinator will purchase office supplies and resources in support of programs and events. The position is responsible for answering the phone, managing the office calendar, responding to office emails, managing walk-in traffic, and scheduling tours in the Center. This position has significant student and staff interaction and a high level of multitasking is required in a fast-paced work environment.

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Location: Community Folk Art Center -805 E. Genesee Street, Syracuse, New York

Dates: July 8^th – 26^th | Monday-Friday, 9:00 am- 3:00 pm

To Apply Contact Cedric T. Bolton at ctbolton@syr.edu

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ABOUT THE ROLE :  As a STEM Instructor, you will boldly lead girls in our 3-week immersive summer program, Girls Rise Up. While your main task is to teach STEM skills, you also help build the confidence and thinking skills of our girls with the end goal of preparing them for a future in STEM. You will facilitate learning about computer science, how it integrates with dance, and how students can bring their very own ideas to life. You will become a trusted advisor and role model to our girls, with the belief that all girls have the ability to succeed in STEM. Girls Rise Up is a STEM-based program where girls of color learn to code, dance, and discover their STEM potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach STEM curricular lessons designed by STEM From Dance – topics are mainly computer science and engineering design – and facilitate the creation of student-led projects.

• Follow and execute the day-to-day curriculum and schedule provided by STEM From Dance.

• Manage, assess, and adapt instruction based on student’s progress and proficiency in hard and soft computer science skills.

• Co-lead, with a dance instructor, a cohort of 15-25 girls, and cultivate a collaborative, engaging and empowering community and learning environment.

• Assist in preparing students for the Girls Rise Up Showcase and Ensemble
• Support general Girls Rise Up operations and logistics.
• Attend team meetings and trainings as required both before and during programming.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Passion for and demonstrated interest in the STEM From Dance mission
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including being self-directed and entrepreneurial
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with girls of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to think big, generate ideas, and implement solutions to complex problems
• Ability to be consistent, timely, and meet deadlines with focus, initiative, and drive
• Maintain a positive outlook, flexibility, and sense of possibility in stressful situations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational background in or work experience with computer programming is required.

• Demonstrated experience and maturity in managing a classroom of 15-25 students preferred.

• Previous experience teaching computer science or a related subject preferred.
• Experience teaching in an academically diverse and culturally responsive classroom community is preferred.
• Experience being the “other” in a majority setting is preferred.

SALARY

• The pay rate is to be determined based on qualifications.

The Syracuse, NY Chapter of The Links, Incorporated in collaboration with the Community Folk Art Center Presents – The 52nd Annual Teenage Competitive Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony! Get ready to celebrate the creativity and talent of teenage artists from all over the region. Join us on Saturday, June 1st at 2:00 PM for an in-person day filled with amazing artwork, exciting awards, and creative inspiration. This event is free and open to the public.

Saturday, June 1st 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Community Folk Art Center Gallery

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Join The Community Folk Art Center and The William Herbert Johnson Minority Bar Association of Central New York for an empowering Estate Planning Seminar where you’ll gain invaluable insights into securing your legacy and protecting your loved ones. This informative discussion will be led by Vicki R. Brackens, ChFC President & Financial Planner of Brackens Financial Solutions Network, and Mazaher E.G.E Kaila, Esq. Associate Attorney of Bousquet Holstein PLLC

This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, April 27th 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Community Folk Art Center, Gallery 

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