Kids STEM Teacher (Arduino & Coding)

YesRewards; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

YesRewards is seeking a Kids STEM Teacher in Melbourne to deliver hands-on Arduino, coding, electronics and robotics activities for children aged 8 to 12. This role focuses on engaging project-based learning in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will create project-based lessons, adapt content for different ages, and manage small groups in a friendly classroom. This part-time contractor position pays AUD 30–35 per hour and requires in-person teaching 2–3 days per week in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching children
• Knowledge of Arduino, coding, robotics, electronics or STEM education
• Patient, energetic and clear communication style
• Reliable availability for 2 to 3 days per week
• Ability to work as a contractor

Responsibilities

• Teach Arduino, coding, electronics, robotics and STEM activities to children aged 8 to 12.
• Prepare simple project-based lessons and classroom activities.
• Create a safe, positive and age-appropriate learning environment.
• Keep students engaged through practical demonstrations and hands-on projects.
• Communicate student progress and classroom feedback when required.
• Adjust lessons based on student age, ability and class performance.

Skills

Teaching

Arduino

Coding

Robotics

STEM education

Tools

Arduino IDE

Job description

About The Role

We are hiring a Kids STEM Teacher to deliver hands-on Arduino, coding, electronics and robotics classes for children aged 8 to 12 in Melbourne.

We are hiring a Kids STEM Teacher to deliver hands-on Arduino, coding, electronics and robotics classes for children aged 8 to 12 in Melbourne. This is a part-time contractor role for someone who enjoys teaching children and can explain technical ideas in a simple, practical and engaging way.

Work arrangement

• Contractor role paid at AUD $30 to $35 per hour.
• Part-time schedule, 2 to 3 days per week.
• Approximately 6 to 8 teaching hours per week, with potential for additional hours based on class demand.
• In-person classes in Melbourne, Victoria.

Responsibilities

• Teach Arduino, coding, electronics, robotics and STEM activities to children aged 8 to 12.
• Prepare simple project-based lessons and classroom activities.
• Create a safe, positive and age-appropriate learning environment.
• Keep students engaged through practical demonstrations and hands-on projects.
• Communicate student progress and classroom feedback when required.
• Adjust lessons based on student age, ability and class performance.

Requirements

• Experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring or coaching children.
• Knowledge of Arduino, coding, robotics, electronics or STEM education.
• Patient, energetic and clear communication style.
• Reliable availability for 2 to 3 days per week.
• Ability to work as a contractor.

Nice to have

• Experience teaching students aged 8 to 12.
• Experience preparing project-based technology lessons.
• Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one.

Pay

AUD $30 to $35 per hour.