What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM Instructor, Afterschool Program position at Amazing Athletes?
Join our dynamic team as a STEM Instructor in our after school program, where we're committed to shaping the future by nurturing the young minds of tomorrow's scientists and engineers. We're looking for dynamic individuals who are equally passionate about learning and teaching, with a flair for engaging young learners. If you're enthusiastic about combining your love for technology with a spirit of mentorship and creativity, our program is the ideal place.
Responsibilities:
- Engage and motivate students from Kindergarten to 5th grade during 80-minute STEM sessions.
- Use a variety of teaching tools, including Scratch, Kodable, LittleBits, Typing.com, Codespark, Wonder Workshop applications, Sphero Dash Robots, and Minecraft.
- Guide students through STEAM activities, focusing on project-based problem-solving and creative game design.
- Document student progress, identify needs, and communicate effectively with the technology program director.
- Foster a vibrant, inclusive, and fun learning environment.
- Maintain a consistently positive and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
- Handle logistics such as equipment setup and space organization.
Schedule:
- Days: Monday-Friday (part-time availability, 2-5 times per week)
- Time: 2:40 PM - 5:40 PM (broken into two sessions: early session 2:40 PM-4:20 PM and late session 4:20 PM-5:40 PM)
- Immediate start available.
Location:
- PS 166 The Richard Rodgers School of The Arts and Technology
- 132 W. 89th Street, New York, NY 10024
Compensation:
- Assistant Instructor: $25-35 per hour, depending on experience
- Lead Instructor: $30-40 per hour, depending on experience
Application Process:
- Please email your resume outlining your teaching experience and passion for working with elementary-aged students to mina@amazingathletes.com.
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program
- At least 6 months of teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 1 year of teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
- Good foundation in computer-based programming and familiarity with educational tech tools.
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation of STEM leaders.
- Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with creative teaching methodologies.
- Comprehensive Training: Benefit from our shadowing training program that will equip you with all the tools and skills necessary to excel in your role as a STEM Instructor.
Salary : $25 - $35
