STEM Instructor for February and April Break

Snapology of Fitchburg MA

STEM Instructor for February and April Break

Littleton, MA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Summary: The primary focus of this position will be to teach Snapology programs during February and April Break. You will work Tuesday-Friday from 8:30AM-4:00PM and payment for the week starts at $800.

    Instructors are asked to promote creativity, teamwork and problem solving skills while educating students on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) concepts. Programs are conducted for elementary aged students, although not all instructors are required to teach all age groups. This role requires internal collaboration and communication with Snapology leadership as well as representing the Snapology organization to parents & children with a high degree of professionalism. If you are passionate about teaching, this is the position for you!

    Locations: We have our programs at our North Chelmsford facility, but we also partner with local community organizations in the area to bring our programs there. Based on your location, you may be assigned to classes in other communities such as Acton, Westford, Littleton, Stow, Lunenburg, or Leominster.

    Role & Responsibilities:

    Lead groups of up to 20-24 students through curriculum-guided engineering and/or robotics activities (for large classes, co-teach with another instructor or an assistant);

    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 information to adjust teaching strategies;

    Check-in with Owner/Program Director as needed.

    Qualifications:

    Criminal and Child Clearances must be current (we can help you with these!)

    2 or more years of experience working with children in a classroom, camp, or similar 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

    All training will be provided, likely on a Saturday morning in January, followed by some opportunities to observe and co-teach. You will also co-teach your first programs with an experienced Snapology staff member.

    Additional Opportunities are available during the school year and summer for interested staff. We run after-school programs in the area (typically 1.5-3 hours/day, after school) as well as summer programs (week-long).

    We are reviewing applications and scheduling virtual interviews on an ongoing basis. Please check your e-mail frequently for updates. We look forward to hearing from you and to having you join our fabulous team!!

    This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Snapology Corporate.