Instructor STEM Programs

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead groups of up to 14 students through curriculum-guided activities
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• 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
• Pass Criminal and Child Clearances (Background checks and Livescan fingerprinting per school district)

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience working with children in a classroom or camp environment
• Education degree or teaching experience recommended; teachers pursuing a degree in education will also be considered for this position
• 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

Programs & Schedule

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

This position is part-time. Depending on candidate availability and the time of year, teachers typically work between 2-20 hours per week. Classes are between the hours 2-5pm, Monday-Friday. Birthday parties are generally scheduled for weekends, allowing for hours on Saturday and Sunday.

Benefits & 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
• 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 as well as Hopkington/Hopedale and Norfolk/Walpole

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