What are the responsibilities and job description for the Makerspace Instructor position at Eagle Hill School?
Position Summary
Eagle Hill School in Hardwick, MA is seeking a summer instructor for the makerspace. The Makerspace Instructor role is primarily a teaching position within our five-week academic summer camp, designed for middle school-aged students with diagnosed ADHD and/or specific learning (dis)abilities. This position focuses on fostering design thinking and problem-solving skills.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with students and collaborating with faculty to develop summer curriculum, programming, and technical expertise. The camp’s makerspaces are equipped with a wide range of tools and technologies, including:
- 3D modeling and printing
- Laser cutting and etching
- CNC and traditional woodworking
- Welding and metalwork
- Robotics and electronics
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach a variety of courses during the summer session. Class sizes typically average five students.
- Maintain and schedule the use of makerspaces.
- Support programming and ensure the effective operation of the makerspaces.
Session Details:
Dates: June 30, 2025 – August 1, 2025
Hours:
- Four days from 7:45 AM to 3:00PM
- The fifth day includes a duty night (night of your choosing) to stay until 9 PM
- Four weekend shifts date of your choosing to be compensated separately at $130/ shift.
A successful candidate will thrive in an environment that values creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
Application Questions:
Please submit answers to the following questions in an document upload along with cover letter and resume.
- What is your maker/design philosophy?
- What do you see as common misconceptions about maker/design education?
- What are your interests and competencies within the maker/design realm?
Compensation:
- $4,500, paid in biweekly installments.
- This position is not eligible for retirement matching or health benefits.
Additional Information
Eagle Hill is an equal opportunity employer, treating all people fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
The above information is intended to provide an overview of the position and its requirements. This is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete list of job duties, responsibilities, or expectations, and actual duties will fluctuate to meet the needs of the School.
Life at Eagle Hill is driven by the observance of our four key values: honesty, kindness, respect, and purpose. When students embrace these guiding principles, they flourish in our nurturing and supportive environment, and they begin to harness their true potential. Similarly, these values dictate the manner in which our students, faculty, and all members of the community interact among themselves and with the greater world.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $900.00 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $900
