What are the responsibilities and job description for the After-School Teacher position at Hands-On Technology Education?
Hands-On Technology Education, LLC (HOTE) seeks to provide safe, engaging, and balanced STEAM-based summer activities for elementary, middle, and high-school students with a focus on introducing Technology and Computer Engineering in fun and interactive ways.
Candidates for this job posting will be current (or just graduating) COLLEGE STUDENTS who bring enthusiasm for working with students, bring experience in facilitating or completing introductory level STEAM projects for the K-12 demographic and be excited about training for and implementing some or all of HOTE Technology Adventure Themes & Core STEAM curriculum (handsontecheducation.com) .
Locations: Carlsbad, CA
Responsibilities and Duties
- Facilitate or Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers throughout the camp in order to meet the intended outcomes.
- Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.
- Educate campers through curriculum, games and explorations
- Lead recreational and educational activities (such as swimming, caving or crafting)
- Escort and oversee children
- Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
- Attend employee-training programs and other training/meetings as directed.
Training:
Prior to camp, instructors will receive training in Computer Science & Electrical Engineering concepts and activities targeting K-12 students. Satisfactory completion of training is required for all instructors.
Qualifications and Skills
- One of the following:
- (1) Valid teaching certification/credential at the K-12 levels,
- (2) Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education, Psychology or a Science-related field, and/or
- (3) Current collegiate student with completed coursework in Science, Engineering, Education, Psychology or a STEAM-related field
- Willingness and enthusiasm to be trained to facilitate introductory workshops in Technology Adventure Themes: Virtual Reality, Sustainable Agriculture, Robotics, e-Sports, Tech Entrepreneurship, etc.
- [Plus] Current college students with collegiate Major in STEAM related field
- [Plus] Projects/experience completed in Summer Camp Themes
- [Plus] Prior experience in Core STEAM activities: Programming/Coding (Computer Science) or Engineering
- Experience completing introductory STEAM projects targeted for the elementary, middle, or high-school levels.
- Experience teaching/leading school-aged children in hands-on activities
- Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR.
- Must submit a health history record and examination form prior to the first day of work.
- Ability to interact with all age levels.
- Prior experience working with children in a classroom, camp and/or workshop environment is preferred.
- Qualifications and Skills
- One of the following: (1) New/Current collegiate students with completed coursework in Education, Psychology or a Science-related field, (2) Industry/Professional with experience in General Education, Science and/or Engineering related activities, or (3) Tutors, Teachers and/or Instructional Aides with high passion/interest in helping kids achieve their goals in a after-school enrichment program setting
Program Working Hours:
- Ideal Shifts between 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM on weekdays, Monday through Friday
- Staff Instructormust commit to working at least 3 days of the week between Monday and Friday.
Total Working Hours (Per Week):
- Anticipating 8 - 20 hours per week depending on availability of instructor (i.e. days of the week worked)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Schedule:
- After school
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $28
