Program Assistant

PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Part-Time (with Potential for Full-Time)

Location: SparkGrounds (7777 131st Street, Seminole)

Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 5:00-7:00pm (with more hours available as summer approaches)

Pay: $22.50/hour (increases to $25.00/hour after training)

SparkGrounds is seeking a Program Assistant to support our innovative, STEM-focused learning environment. This is not a teaching position but an opportunity to engage with students, assist in club activities, and help maintain our makerspace.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Supervision & Club Assistance:

• Supervise students in various STEM-focused clubs, including Minecraft, Pokémon, and other gaming and STEM-based activities.
• Assist students with basic computer and tablet use and, ideally, 3D printing (training available).
• Help students with elementary and middle school math, reading, and writing in a group tutoring setting.

Makerspace Setup & Organization:

• Clean and prepare the classroom and club spaces for the next day’s classes and programs.
• Follow instructions and site plans for equipment and materials setup.

Positive Role Model & Communication:

• Model respectful behavior in interactions with students and parents.
• Communicate effectively with owners, supervisors, and fellow staff.
• Ensure that Company procedures are closely followed—including procedures for student release and space security.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older (You may be staffing the office alone at times).
• Comfortable with technology and knowledgeable about Minecraft, Pokémon, and similar games.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for helping students succeed.
• Strong ability to follow instructions and stay organized.
• Ability to engage with students in a positive, supportive manner.
• Reliable, responsible, energetic, always on-time, and extremely professional.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background check, including fingerprinting.

How to Apply:

This role starts as part-time with the potential for full-time work over the summer and continuing into the next school year. If you love working with kids, enjoy gaming and STEM, and are looking for a fun, engaging role with room for growth, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, send your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest and relevant experience to us@sparkgrounds.com. Interviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. SparkGrounds is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and abilities.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.50 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Seminole, FL 33776: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $25