Afterschool STEM Instructor + Tutor (Grades K-8, Forest Hills, Queens)

Launch Math & Science Centers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Launch Math & Science Centers in Forest Hills, Queens, is hiring part-time instructors to lead afterschool STEM classes. You will teach hands-on projects, code with Scratch, and engage students with Launch curriculum provided for you.

A flexible schedule and commitment through an extended academic year are ideal. Strong passion for teaching, previous tutoring experience, and reliable communication with program coordinators are essential to help students build confidence and excitement in math

Qualifications

• STEM subject expertise and passion for teaching.
• Experience tutoring or working with students.
• Flexible schedule; commitment for extended period.
• Strong communication with students and coordinators.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction using Launch curriculum.
• Engage students during sessions.
• Help students gain confidence in learning.
• Communicate with Launch Program Coordinators.
• Maintain regular assessments and seek classroom improvements.

Skills

STEM subject matter expertise

Teaching passion

Tutoring experience

Hands-on project building

Scratch coding ability

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 to teach afterschool classes in Forest Hills, 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