STEM TEACHER / Enrichment Specialist (Part- Full Time)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Snapology is one of the best Children's Enrichment franchises in the country! Youll love our core values and curriculum. Snapologys approach is based on proven research that childrens best learning experiences come from actively creating, designing, interacting and inventing. Come join our team today!

Position:
The primary focus of a teacher will be to teach Snapology programs. Teachers are asked to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while educating students on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) concepts. Programs are conducted for children ages 2-14, although not all instructors are required to teach all age groups. This role requires internal collaboration and communication with Snapology leadership as well as representing the Snapology organization to parents & children with a high degree of professionalism.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead groups of up to 24 students through curriculum-guided activities
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Follow all Snapology lesson plans & activities. Each class/camp is fully prepared for each instructor - no lesson plan creation is needed! All materials, lesson plans, & paid training are provided.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of Snapology
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies
• Adequately prepare for each program by reading curriculum, watching training videos and/or participating in face-to-face training sessions
• Handle inquiries from parents regarding Snapology programs
• Encourage students & parents to enroll students in future Snapology programs
• Participate in periodic Snapology training & staff meetings, as required

Qualifications:

• Criminal and Child Clearances must be current
• 2 or more years of experience working with children in a classroom or camp environment
• Education degree or teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis

Perks:

• FUN - Snapology programs utilize LEGO robotics kits and loose bricks to teach STEM concepts
• Schedule flexibility - Great for those with open afternoons and weekends, classes are between the hours 2-5pm, Monday-Friday. Birthday parties are generally scheduled for weekends, allowing for hours on Sat and Sun
• Provided Curriculum - All instructors are given the materials/resources needed to complete each program. Curriculum includes background information on target STEM concepts to talk about in class, suggestions for classroom management, and lesson plans.
• MANY Locations - We are looking for teachers for classes in the Newton/Boston areas

Programs:

• Weekday after-school and/or evening classes
• Weekend workshops and/or birthday parties
• Summer camps
• Special events, holiday and break workshops

This position has part-time or full time hours. Depending on candidate availability, STEM Teachers typically work between 6-30 hours per week. This position has additional hours available during school vacation weeks and Summer breaks.