Part-Time Coding & Robotics Teacher

LA Catholics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Spirit STEM Academy in Los Angeles is seeking a passionate Coding & Robotics Teacher for TK–8th grade, part-time. You will guide hands-on coding and robotics lessons using Sphero BOLT+, RVR, and indi with iPad apps.

Plan engaging activities that foster curiosity, collaboration, and computational thinking. The role runs Tuesdays and Thursdays for the 2026–2027 school year, with collaboration among staff and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in educational, enrichment, camp, or after-school settings.
• Knowledge of coding, robotics, STEM education, or computer science fundamentals.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging coding and robotics lessons for TK–8th grade.
• Implement the Sphero curriculum using BOLT+, RVR, and indi robotics systems.
• Teach coding concepts through age-appropriate instruction using Sphero Edu and related iPad applications.
• Facilitate hands-on STEM activities, coding challenges, and robotics projects that promote critical thinking and innovation.
• Adapt lessons to meet the developmental needs of students across grade levels.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages creativity and teamwork.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety during activities; set up and troubleshoot equipment.
• Monitor participation and communicate with school administration as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty to support the academy’s mission of academic excellence and innovation.

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Education or STEM field

Tools

Sphero BOLT+

Sphero RVR

Sphero indi

iPads

Job description

Holy Spirit STEM Academy is seeking a passionate, innovative, and student-centered Coding & Robotics Teacher to join our STEM enrichment team. This part‑time position will provide engaging, hands‑on instruction in coding, robotics, and computational thinking for students in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through 8th Grade.

The instructor will utilize the Sphero educational robotics platform, including Sphero BOLT+, RVR (Rover), and indi robots, along with their corresponding iPad‑based coding applications. Through interactive lessons and project‑based learning experiences, the teacher will inspire curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills while fostering a love for STEM education.

This position is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays during the 2026 – 2027 school year.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Plan and deliver engaging coding and robotics lessons for students in TK–8th grade.
• Implement the Sphero curriculum using BOLT+, RVR, and indi robotics systems.
• Teach coding concepts through age‑appropriate instruction using Sphero Edu and related iPad applications.
• Facilitate hands‑on STEM activities, coding challenges, and robotics projects that promote critical thinking and innovation.
• Adapt lessons and instructional strategies to meet the developmental needs of students across multiple grade levels.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages creativity and teamwork.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety during all activities. Set up, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot robotics equipment and technology resources.
• Monitor student participation and progress and communicate effectively with school administration as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support Holy Spirit STEM Academy’s mission of academic excellence and innovation.
• Maintain attendance records and complete required program documentation.
• Attend any professional development courses as required by the ADLA STEM network and/or school administration.
• Attend school related events as required by school administration.
• Attend faculty meetings as required by school administration.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in educational, enrichment, camp, or after‑school settings.
• Knowledge of coding, robotics, STEM education, or computer science fundamentals.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with iPads and educational technology tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with school staff.
• Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment that supports student growth and achievement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching robotics, coding, computer science, engineering, or STEM‑related subjects.
• Familiarity with Sphero robotics products, including BOLT+, RVR, and Indi.
• Degree or coursework in Education, Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, Robotics, or a related field.
• Experience leading project‑based learning activities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Experience working in elementary and/or middle school settings.

Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.