After-School STEAM Instructor

Southern Arkansas University; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Digital Dreamers STEAM Academy in San Francisco is seeking an energetic After-School STEAM Instructor to lead hands-on enrichment classes for TK-5th graders in the afternoons. You will guide small groups through experiments, builds, and creative projects that make science and engineering feel like play.

This role provides curriculum and lesson materials, and is ideal for education students, teacher aides, or camp counselors seeking regular weekday hours.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with elementary-age children in teaching, tutoring, camps, after-school programs, STEM programs, science museums, enrichment programs, mentoring, coaching, or youth development.
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to follow provided curriculum while adapting instruction to student needs.
• Applicant must reside in San Francisco or within 20 miles of San Francisco.
• Must be able to commit to the Fall 2026 after-school program schedule.
• Background check and fingerprinting/live scan required.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-group STEAM classes for TK-5th grade after the school day.
• Facilitate hands-on, age-appropriate activities including science experiments, engineering challenges, art and design projects, and nature exploration.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain student engagement and manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Prepare materials before class and handle clean-up and storage after each session.
• Track attendance and communicate updates to the Program Coordinator.
• Communicate professionally with school staff, parents, and program coordinators.
• Follow all school-site safety procedures and program expectations.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Leadership

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Education background in related field

Job description

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After-School STEAM Instructor
Grade Level: TK - 5th Grade
Location: San Francisco
Schedule: After school, approximately 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-Time
Compensation: $45-$65 per session, depending on experience

About Digital Dreamers STEAM Academy

Digital Dreamers STEAM Academy is a community-driven after-school enrichment program serving elementary schools across the Bay Area. We deliver hands-on, engaging STEAM experiences designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and build future-ready skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Position Overview

We are seeking an energetic After-School STEAM Instructor to lead hands-on enrichment classes for elementary students in San Francisco. You will guide small groups through experiments, builds, and creative projects that make science and engineering feel like play.

This role is ideal for education students, teacher aides, camp counselors, and anyone who has run programs for young children and wants regular weekday hours.

Curriculum and lesson materials are provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small-group STEAM classes for TK-5th grade students after the school day
• Facilitate hands-on, age-appropriate activities including science experiments, engineering challenges, art and design projects, and nature exploration
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Maintain student engagement and manage classroom behavior effectively
• Prepare materials before class and handle clean-up and storage after each session
• Track attendance and communicate updates to the Program Coordinator
• Communicate professionally with school staff, parents, and program coordinators
• Follow all school-site safety procedures and program expectations

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working directly with elementary-age children through teaching, tutoring, camps, after-school programs, STEM programs, science museums, enrichment programs, mentoring, coaching, or youth development
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills
• Comfortable leading and supervising groups of students
• Able to follow provided curriculum while adapting instruction to student needs
• Applicant must be residing in San Francisco or within 20 miles of San Francisco
• Can reliably commit to the Fall 2026 after-school program schedule
• Must pass a background check and complete fingerprinting/live scan

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in education, child development, early childhood studies, or a related field
• Experience running after-school or enrichment programming
• Energetic, patient, organized, and dependable