After School Science Instructor

About the role

We are seeking a Science Instructor for our growing afterschool programs. This position offers the opportunity to inspire Nursery through 5th Grade students through engaging, hands-on science experiments and STEM activities.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage and motivate students during science lessons and activities.
• Implement our hands-on science curriculum through engaging experiments and STEM projects.
• Create a classroom environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Ensure a safe learning environment by following proper procedures during all science activities and experiments.
• Collaborate with the administration to manage student progress and behavioral expectations.
• Communicate effectively with management regarding student and program-related matters.
• Utilize company-wide digital platforms to perform administrative tasks (e.g., taking attendance, submitting incident reports as needed, etc.).
• Prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials and science supplies.
• Foster a vibrant, inclusive, and fun learning environment by consistently offering a positive and enthusiastic approach to teaching.

Requirements

• Experience working with students, preferably nursery & elementary age.
• Punctuality and reliability are a must!
• Ability to clearly communicate rules and expectations to children is essential.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills are highly valued.
• A high level of professionalism and motivation is expected.
• A neat and professional appearance is appreciated.
• Passion for science, STEM, and hands-on learning.
• Ability to confidently lead engaging classroom activities while maintaining a safe learning environment.
• Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or graduated from a Bachelor's program in Education, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience teaching or working with elementary-aged students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching science, STEM, robotics, engineering, coding, or other enrichment programs.
• At least one year of teaching experience, preferably with elementary-aged students.
• Experience leading hands-on science experiments or project-based learning.