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Job Description
Job Description
Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators : Join Kids in Tech as an Afterschool Program Instructor!
Are you passionate about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and eager to make a difference in young lives? Kids in Tech is seeking enthusiastic Afterschool Program Instructors to empower underserved youth in Boston, Cambridge, and Somerville.
Our Mission
Kids in Tech is on a mission to bridge the STEM education gap in underserved communities. We're tackling the underrepresentation of Hispanic, Black, and female workers in STEAM fields head-on. By providing engaging, hands-on learning experiences, we're igniting passion for technology and innovation in the next generation.
The Role : Afterschool Program Instructor
As an Instructor, you'll be at the forefront of our Afterschool Tech Club (ASTC), working directly with students aged 9-14. You'll guide them through exciting STEAM activities, fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
What You'll Do :
- Lead two cohorts of up to 15 students each, meeting twice weekly for 60-minute sessions over 30 weeks
- Implement our dynamic KiT curriculum, preparing materials for hands-on learning
- Serve as a near-peer mentor, showing students how STEAM connects to everyday life and future careers
- Maintain an encouraging classroom environment where students feel safe to explore and learn
- Engage families through monthly outreach, keeping them involved in their children's STEAM education
- Collaborate with partner sites to align our curriculum with their educational goals
- Organize field trips, job shadow days, and guest speaker sessions for real-world STEAM exposure
- Collect and enter student data to track progress and impact
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Join Our Mission
By joining Kids in Tech, you're not just taking on a job - you're becoming part of a movement to democratize STEAM education. You'll have the opportunity to shape young minds, inspire future innovators, and make a lasting impact on your community.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to ignite curiosity and empower the next generation of tech leaders? Apply now and let's build a brighter future through STEAM education!
Must undergo CORI & SORI background check
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Salary : $18 - $29
