After-School STEM Maker & Woodworking Educator

New York Edge; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking an experienced artist and carpenter to serve as the STEM Maker and Woodworking Instructor for after-school programming. This part-time role focuses on hands-on woodworking and design for youth in grades 6-12, with two days per week and two hours per day.

You will teach and co-lead activities, foster safe, inclusive learning environments, and connect STEM concepts to real-world craft in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• College credits and/or degrees are highly preferred.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in carpentry and small-machine usage.
• At least one year experience instructing.
• Experience working with children strongly preferred.
• This role requires you to be in-person at work.

Responsibilities

• Teach or co-lead daily activities.
• Build strong relationships with and among students.
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in woodworking fields.
• Follow safety plans and procedures.
• Build and maintain safe environments for students using tools and small machinery.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, school personnel and parents/guardians.
• Establish goals for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests.
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Teaching / Instruction

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small machinery usage

Job description

New York Edge is seeking an experienced artist and carpenter to serve as the STEM Maker and Woodworking Instructor for after-school programming. This part-time role focuses on hands-on woodworking and design for youth in grades 6-12, with two days per week and two hours per day.

You will teach and co-lead activities, foster safe, inclusive learning environments, and connect STEM concepts to real-world craft in a supportive setting.