San Antonio After School Program Leader
Girlstart, founded in 1997, is dedicated to empowering girls through STEM while creating an inclusive environment that benefits all students. Our innovative, nationally recognized programs include After School, Summer Camps, Community STEM Programs, and annual Girls in STEM Conferences in Texas and the Boston, MA area. We aim to encourage every child to be brave, creative, and curious through hands-on STEM activities, career exploration, and inspiration from real women in STEM.
About the role
Girlstart is seeking After School Program Leaders (called STEM CREW—Creative, Resourceful, Empowered Workforce) to lead hands-on, STEM-focused After School programs in North East ISD in San Antonio, TX. Programs meet once a week for 1–1.5 hours immediately after school, serving 20–25 students with fun STEM enrichment that builds confidence and encourages pursuit of higher education and career opportunities. The role is designed to develop students' collaboration, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Schedule
- Part-time, 5–8 hours per week (up to 10 hours with multiple programs).
- Programs run 2 afternoons per week (Monday–Thursday, limited Friday options), typically 2:30–5:00 pm, with availability needed from ~2:00 pm on program days.
- Each program requires ~3 hours per session (preparation, travel, leading the activity, and cleanup) plus 2 additional prep hours per club to review and practice lessons.
- Mandatory ongoing training provided throughout the position.
Responsibilities
- Lead weekly After School STEM programs for elementary students.
- Prepare and practice lessons in advance, including reviewing activity instructions and classroom management strategies.
- Serve as a positive role model, fostering collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
- Travel to and from program locations (reliable transportation required).
Qualifications
- Experience working with kids preferred.
- Desire to empower and educate students in STEM.
- Comfortable presenting to groups of students.
- Classroom management skills helpful.
- Proficient using Google Drive apps.
- Strong time management skills.
- All majors welcome (STEM background not required).
Skills
- Leadership and teamwork.
- Presentation and communication.
- Problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making.
- Classroom management and teaching style (especially for future educators).
- Curriculum writing and delivery of STEM-focused material.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in an education setting.
- On-the-job training in informal STEM education, the Girlstart Method, gender equity in the classroom, and integrated STEM education.
- Opportunity to work with a diverse peer group and serve as a meaningful role model.
Pay
$13.00 – $15.00 per hour.