What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor position at Snapology of Stamford?
Snapology provides a fun and interactive environment for all children to learn about S.T.E.A.M. through building and manipulation using LEGO® bricks and technology. We are looking for fun and dynamic instructors to host school enrichment programs, summer camps, workshops, birthday parties, field trips and custom events. Our ready-to-go programs, including robotics and engineering, focus on teamwork and collaboration for children ages 3-14.
Location S.T.E.A.M. Instructors lead Snapology’s Lego-based programs across different schools, community centers and private events in Stamford, CT and surrounding areas.
Scheduling Options:
School Year: M-F part-time, flexible, weekend hours for birthdays and workshops
Summer: M-F, half-day and full-day camps, typically between 8 am – 3 pm, plus setup/breakdown
Hours are assigned based on your availability.
Instructors are asked to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while educating students on S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) concepts. Programs are conducted for children ages 3-14, although not all instructors are required to teach all age groups. This role requires a passion for making learning fun, as well as the ability to collaborate and communicate with Snapology leadership, school administrators, parents and children.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Lead students (max. 24) through Snapology’s fun and interactive programming
- Actively manage the classroom including ensuring the children are safe, engaged and having fun
- Encourage and monitor student progress to enhance teaching strategies
- Flexibility to adapt programs as needed to enhance accessibility for all students
- Review ready-to-go curriculum, watching training videos and/or participating in face-to-face training sessions (all supplies and resources are provided)
- Professionally communicate with parents and clients regarding programming
- Encourage students and parents to enroll students in future Snapology programs
- Participate in periodic Snapology staff meetings
Compensation: Instructors are paid for all hours worked, including teaching, setup, and training.
Qualifications:
- Clear background check
- Experience working with children in a learning environment
- Education degree or teaching experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Must have reliable transportation and a secure location to store teaching kit(s)
- Ability to lift up to 10lbs to store and transport teaching kit(s)
This position is part-time. Depending on candidate availability and the time of year, Part-Time S.T.E.A.M. Instructors for Children's Enrichment Classes typically work between 5-15 hours per week.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at Snapology Stamford should be made directly to this location, and not to Snapology Corporate.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $50