Afterschool STEM Instructor + Tutor (Grades K-8, Astoria + Sunnyside Queens)

Launch Math & Science Centers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Launch Math & Science Centers is hiring part-time instructors to teach afterschool classes in Astoria and Sunnyside, Queens. Instructors lead project-based STEM enrichment in partner schools using Launch materials and curricula. Classes are typically 2–3 hours with $25 per hour pay.

All curriculum and materials are provided; no lesson planning required. This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule, ideal for educators who love to spark kids’ interest in STEM.

Qualifications

• STEM expertise in sciences, tech, or math.
• Ability to code using Scratch.
• Previous tutoring experience.
• Flexible schedule to commit to extended duration.
• Belief that every student can learn math and science.

Responsibilities

• Provide top quality instruction utilizing Launch methods, curriculum, and provided materials.
• Enthusiastically engage students during instructional sessions.
• Help students gain confidence in their ability to learn and succeed.
• Constantly assess and consider ways to improve classroom experience.
• Maintain regular communications with the Launch Program Coordinators.

Skills

STEM expertise

Hands-on projects

Scratch coding

Teaching passion

Interpersonal communication

Tutoring experience

Flexible schedule

Long-term commitment

Tools

Scratch

Job description

Launch provides inspiring afterschool programs by merging innovative curriculum with an engaging learning experience to foster appreciation and generate excitement for STEM topics. Designed for kids ranging from toddlers to tweens, Launch's unique programs spark each child's intrinsic desire to learn.

The company is hiring part-time instructors to teach afterschool classes in Astoria and Sunnyside, Queens.

Launch Instructors work in one of our partner schools in Queens leading project based enrichment classes focused on STEM. Examples of STEM classes include (but are not limited to): Coding with Scratch, Potent Potions, High Voltage Heroes, and our \"I Wanna Be...\" series featuring Engineer, Game Maker, and Sports Doctor!

As a Launch Instructor you are expected to:

• Provide top quality instruction utilizing proven Launch methods, curriculum, and provided materials
• Enthusiastically engage students during instructional sessions
• Help students gain confidence in their ability to learn and succeed
• Constantly assess and consider ways to improve classroom experience
• Maintain regular communications with the Launch Program Coordinators

• For STEM classes, subject matter expertise in related sciences, tech, or math; A passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids; Ability to code using Scratch is a requirement.
• Strong desire to teach children
• Personable, friendly, reliable and communicative
• Previous experience working with students as a tutor or in a similar capacity
• A relatively flexible schedule and the ability to commit to servicing students for an extended duration, preferably a full academic year
• Most important, the belief that every student can learn and love math and science

• $25 per hour, with assignments approximately 2-3 hours in duration
• For STEM classes, all curriculum and materials are provided (you do not need to create lesson plans)
• Part-time position