Lead After-School STEAM Enrichment Instructor

Engineering For Kids of North Atlanta brings science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) to children ages 4 to 14 through after-school enrichment classes, private lessons, camps, on-site field trips, birthday parties, and special events. Our programs are STEM.org Accredited, Cognia Certified, and align with National Teaching Standards.

About the role

As an After-School Enrichment Instructor, you will create a fun and safe environment for students to learn and grow. Instructors are placed at schools and community venues based on availability, teaching one-hour classes each scheduled day. You will typically teach at multiple sites per week and may substitute for other instructors as needed. Supplies and materials will be provided for each class.

Responsibilities

• Teach provided lesson plans to registered students at assigned schools and community venues.
• Set up, distribute, and clean up supplies for class activities.
• Use classroom management techniques to maintain a structured and organized environment.
• Manage student behavior effectively and implement behavior strategies when necessary.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times.
• Follow program operating procedures, the teacher handbook, and site-specific instructions.
• Exhibit professionalism with students, parents, site staff, and program staff.
• Report program-related concerns to designated staff.
• Collaborate with program staff to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working with elementary and/or middle school children (enrichment or classroom teaching experience is a plus).
• A college degree or currently pursuing one.
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification (must provide documentation before teaching).
• Access to a laptop or computer and a printer.
• Reliable transportation (access to a vehicle is beneficial for transporting supplies).
• Willingness to complete additional background checks, fingerprinting, or drug screening as required by some sites (compensated at $15 per occurrence).
• Willingness to complete external training as required by some sites (compensated at $15 per hour).

Benefits

• $50 monthly attendance bonus for eligible instructors.
• $75 semester bonus for eligible instructors.

Pay

• Compensation ranges from $21 - $27 per hour for teaching after-school enrichment classes.
• Paid for an extra hour each teaching day (30 minutes before class for setup and up to 30 minutes after for dismissal and cleanup).
• Independent Contractor Classification (1099-NEC tax form).
• Mileage compensation is not provided; instructors are encouraged to track mileage for tax purposes.

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday, up to 8 hours per week based on availability and class vacancies.
• Start and end times vary by site, typically between 2:00 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.

Location: North Atlanta, GA (predominantly zip codes 30305, 30306, 30319, 30322, 30324, 30326, 30327, 30329, 30341, 30342, 30363). Sites may also be located in other zip codes.