Lead STEM Teacher for After School

We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!

About the role

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors in our after-school programs. Lead instructors guide students through our world-class project-based learning curriculum to learn new technology skills in coding, Minecraft, ROBLOX, video editing, game design, and more.

• Semester-long sessions, with options to continue into additional seasons
• Get in-room technology experience with excited students
• Paid training
• No formal experience required, but teaching experience in some capacity highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead a class of up to 12 kids solo and 25 kids with an assistant in a classroom setting
• Manage and safely transfer equipment between sites as needed for various classes

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be available after school hours (approximately 3:00 - 5:00 PM), Monday through Friday
• Experience working with children ages 8-14 or technology, both are even better
• Experience with children in an educational setting is preferred but not required
• Comfortable working with teacher-to-student ratios of 12:1
• Strong technology skills preferred, such as a background in 3D modeling, digital arts, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, etc.
• Significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, including modding or streaming
• College graduates with a degree in education, digital arts, computer science, information technology, or related fields and/or significant relevant work experience are ideal
• Graduating college seniors with student teaching experience are also encouraged to apply
• Some experience with kids in a formal or informal setting (classroom, volunteering, childcare, tutoring, coaching, etc.)

Pay

$20/hr - $26/hr depending on experience, location, and availability

Benefits

• Paid training
• Potential opportunities to move into supervisory roles in future years
• Employee discounts available for select camps run by Black Rocket