STEAM/STEM Instructors For Summer Elementary-Level Enrichment Workshops

About us

STEAMworks For Kids provides high-engagement, STEAM (S*cience Technology Engineering Art M*athematics) enrichment workshops for children ages 6-11. Our hands-on, project-based approach focuses on having fun while learning. Teaching with us gives educators the opportunity to be creative in delivering workshops that are engaging, rewarding, and fun!

Our work environment includes:

• Casual work attire
• On-the-job support
• Safe work environment
• Lively atmosphere
• Elective Training
• Family-friendly

STEAMworks For Kids is seeking qualified, organized, and passionate Workshop Instructors to teach hands-on, in-person science and engineering workshops for kids ages 6-11 for at least two weeks this summer in locations in San Mateo County. We are seeking individuas who are truly committed to and excited about sparking a child's curiosity to explore STEAM topics.

Our engaging and educational STEAM-based workshops encourage curiosity while learning. Each workshop is NGSS-aligned according to age and grade level, and optional lesson plans are provided that include a Responsive Classroom approach to delivery. Our motto: "We focus on learning so kids can focus on fun!" reflects our belief that every child has a unique and intrinsic ability to learn while having fun.

At a minimum, qualified applicants should:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject
• Hold a current or former teaching license, OR show demonstrated ability and education that qualify for a license
• Have at least 1 year of experience with elementary-aged children in a classroom or enrichment setting
• Be upbeat, flexible, independent, and well-organized
• Be able to happily manage a casual classroom of up to 14 students on their own
• Have experience with SEL approaches, classroom management, and delivering lesson plans
• Be able to reliably commute to/from the advertised location with workshop materials
• Be able to firmly commit to leading specified workshops, if hired

All supplies and activities are provided including suggested lesson plans, and training is available if desired prior to delivering the workshop.

Our pay rate is $40/hour, and each workshop runs for 15 hours over 5 days. Two workshops run each week, one in the morning (am-12pm) and one in the afternoon (1pm-4pm) for up to a total of 30 possible workshop hours. The ability to commute to and from workshop locations, with workshop materials, is required.

We offer additional paid time each day for lunch coverage if both AM and PM workshops are running the same day, for up to a 35-hour workweek.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging STEAM workshops with up to 14 children aged 6-11.
• Implement, Follow, and/or develop engaging lesson plans for STEAM enrichment workshops tailored to elementary-level students.
• Calmly manage classroom dynamics to create a positive and joyful learning environment and workshop experience, ensuring child engagement and safety.
• Utilize effective teaching strategies to facilitate hands-on learning experiences using provided acativites and materials.
• Manage receipt and return of workshop activity kits and materials.
• Communicate with on-site leader regarding workshop logistics and details.
• Be firmly committed to leading workshops you sign-up to lead.

Most Instructors enjoy working with us for several seasons, and school-year opportunities are also available during school vacation weeks and summer sessions. This is a great opportunity for a classroom, afterschool, or retired educator to enjoy creative freedom and fun with kids while making some extra money! We are family friendly and any Instructor's children are welcome to attend our workshops free of charge.

For more information about us and what we do, please visit us at www.steamworksforkids.com

Thanks - we hope to hear from you soon!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Seasonal

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40