Junior STEM Instructor

iCode Cambrian Park; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

iCode Cambrian Park in San Jose, CA seeks a Junior STEM Instructor to inspire young learners with coding and STEM activities in a fun, engaging environment.

You'll deliver hands-on lessons, guide projects, and support curriculum delivery while maintaining a positive classroom atmosphere. Prior experience with children, strong communication, and flexibility are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Background or strong interest in STEM fields, computer science, or education.
• Experience working with children or youth in an educational or mentorship setting.
• Basic knowledge of coding languages such as Scratch, Python, or JavaScript is a plus.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable with a student-first mindset.
• Ability to work part-time or flexible hours including afternoons and weekends.
• Must pass a background check prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on STEM and coding lessons to students of varying age groups and skill levels.
• Guide students through programming concepts, robotics, and technology projects in a classroom setting.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Assist in curriculum preparation and classroom setup for daily instruction.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to support growth.
• Collaborate with senior instructors and staff to improve lesson delivery.
• Maintain classroom safety and ensure students stay engaged and on task.

Skills

STEM interest

Experience with children

Communication skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Tools

Scratch

Python

JavaScript

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off

About the Role:

iCode Cambrian Park is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Junior STEM Instructor to inspire the next generation of innovators in San Jose, CA! In this exciting role, you'll bring coding, technology, and STEM concepts to life for young learners in a fun and engaging environment. If you love working with kids and have a passion for technology and education, this is the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, hands-on STEM and coding lessons to students of varying age groups and skill levels
• Guide students through programming concepts, robotics, and technology projects in a classroom setting
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment for all students
• Assist in curriculum preparation and classroom setup for daily instruction
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to support growth
• Collaborate with senior instructors and staff to continuously improve lesson delivery
• Maintain classroom safety and ensure all students remain engaged and on task

Requirements:

• Background or strong interest in STEM fields, computer science, or education
• Experience working with children or youth in an educational or mentorship setting
• Basic knowledge of coding languages such as Scratch, Python, or JavaScript is a plus
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable with a student-first mindset
• Ability to work part-time or flexible hours including afternoons and weekends
• Must pass a background check prior to employment

About Us:

iCode Cambrian Park is a premier coding and STEM education center dedicated to empowering kids and teens with the skills they need to thrive in a technology-driven world. Our students love the project-based, creative approach to learning, and our instructors love being part of a mission-driven team that truly makes a difference. Join us and help shape the innovators, creators, and problem-solvers of tomorrow!