Part-Time After-School LEGO Robotics Instructor

Manhattan Youth; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$125/day

Job summary

Manhattan Youth is seeking several part-time Substitute After-school LEGO Robotics Instructors to lead STEM and science activities across topics including coding, video game design, LEGO robotics and engineering for the 2026-2027 school year.

These on-call positions pay $125 per day for 1.5 hours. Availability on short notice (1–2 days) is required. Shifts run Monday–Friday 2:00–6:00 pm at multiple elementary sites in Manhattan, following NYC DOE schedule.

Qualifications

• 2+ years teaching experience with elementary or middle school children, after-school setting preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated passion for STEM, LEGO robotics, and related topics.
• Ability to design engaging activities and manage diverse groups of students.

Responsibilities

• Work with Education Directors to design program curriculum.
• Create lesson plans and curriculum based on Manhattan Youth's class descriptions and goals.
• Structure classroom instruction to promote student-centered, project-based learning.
• Plan, organize and prepare activities and materials for daily schedule and lead children in classroom activities.
• Promote and model Manhattan Youth's core values and behaviors for staff and students.
• Collaborate with other staff to create a positive community and showcase of student work.
• Actively update Program Director regarding classroom progress and challenges.
• Participate in MY staff meetings, development sessions and comply with training requirements.
• Ensure safety of groups of children during classroom activities, recreation and field trips, and address emergency situations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Multisite flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Manhattan Youth is seeking several part-time Substitute After-school LEGO Robotics Instructors to lead STEM and science activities across topics including coding, video game design, LEGO robotics and engineering for the 2026-2027 school year.

These on-call positions pay $125 per day for 1.5 hours. Availability on short notice (1–2 days) is required. Shifts run Monday–Friday 2:00–6:00 pm at multiple elementary sites in Manhattan, following NYC DOE schedule.