Instructor STEM Programs for Afterschool – Paterson NJ (07502)

Built by Me ®️ - STEM Learning; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Job summary

Built by Me is a STEM enrichment company serving children in grades 1-8. We offer interactive, hands-on classes and workshops designed to inspire creativity through robotics, coding, math and art. We're looking for energetic, dependable people to join our team for after-school hours.

Flexibility, paid training, and a supportive entrepreneurial environment are part of our benefits as you help create a safe, inclusive space for small groups of students.

Qualifications

• Experience working with kids.
• Driver’s License and reliable transportation is a plus (will pay for mileage).
• Availability on weekdays 4–7 pm and Saturdays 9 am–12 pm.
• Interest in robotics, coding, math, design, communications, video, music, and art.
• High emotional intelligence and a creative mind with a great design sensibility, and a driven work ethic.
• Energetic, dependable, friendly, and flexible.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with STEM classes and workshops for students.
• Maintain an inclusive and safe learning environment.
• Support instructors during hands-on activities.
• Facilitate small groups of students during sessions.

Skills

Experience with kids

Reliable transportation

Evening/Saturday availability

STEM interest

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Built by Me is a STEM enrichment company. We offer a variety of STEM classes and workshops to children in grades 1 - 8. Our goal is to teach kids to use technology to create and explore. All of our programs are interactive, collaborative, hands‑on, project‑based, and focused on using technology to create and learn new skills while having fun!

Our mission

“Help Children Grow into Creators”.

The Opportunity

We want to continue to build our team with people that enjoy working with children and love STEM! If you are an energetic and enthusiastic person with a passion for STEM and prior experience working with kids, come join our team! This could be the perfect opportunity to gain practical experience and help build your resume.

Benefits

• Flexible, part‑time hours to accommodate your schedule – late afternoon, evening, or weekends
• You’ll create an inclusive and safe environment, allying with students to speak and write in their authentic voice
• Working with small groups of children, no more than 10
• Entrepreneurial environment
• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Innovative and fun environment and curriculum

Qualifications

• Experience working with kids
• Driver’s License and reliable transportation is a plus (will pay for mileage)
• Availability on weekdays 4‑7 pm and Saturdays 9 am‑12 pm
• Interest in robotics, coding, math, design, communications, video, music, and art
• High emotional intelligence and a creative mind with a great design sensibility, and a driven work ethic
• Are energetic, dependable, friendly, and flexible
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic understanding of technology