Robotics and Coding Teacher

STEM Castle; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Hands-on LEGO Education curriculum

Small class sizes

Job summary

STEM Castle in Glendale, CA seeks a part-time Robotics and Coding Teacher to lead small-group classes using LEGO Education robotics kits and beginner coding platforms like Scratch and Code.org.

Classes run weekday afternoons starting at 3:00 PM and weekend mornings starting at 10:00 AM, with the schedule flexible to fit your availability; you could teach one session a week or build a fuller freelance roster.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring children in STEM or classroom settings.
• Hands-on experience with LEGO Education robotics kits.
• Familiarity with Scratch, Code.org, or similar beginner coding platforms.
• Strong communication and passion for working with kids.

Responsibilities

• Teach robotics and coding classes using LEGO Education kits and Scratch/Code.org.
• Guide students through building, programming, and problem-solving.
• Adapt lessons for different ages and learning needs.
• Maintain a positive, engaging classroom environment with inclusive practices.
• Support both general enrichment and autism-friendly groups.

Skills

Teaching children

Strong communication

Desire to work with kids

Education

Education, CS, or Engineering field student or graduate

Tools

LEGO Education robotics kits

Scratch

Code.org

Job description

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Robotics and Coding Teacher

Help children build confidence and creativity through hands-on robotics and coding classes at STEM Castle.

In Person

Glendale, CA

$30.00 per hour

About STEM Castle

STEM Castle is a children's enrichment center in Glendale, CA specializing in hands-on LEGO robotics, coding, and science programming. We serve a diverse group of learners including neurodiverse and autism-friendly groups, and we take pride in using genuine LEGO Education equipment in every class.

About The Role

We're looking for a part-time Robotics and Coding Teacher to lead small-group classes for kids using LEGO Education robotics kits and beginner coding platforms like Scratch and Code.org. This is a great opportunity for education or STEM students, recent graduates, or anyone looking to build teaching experience in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Schedule & Flexibility

Classes run weekday afternoons starting at 3:00 PM and weekend mornings starting at 10:00 AM. You choose what fits your availability - you could take on a single group one afternoon a week, a weekend slot only, or build up to several sessions across the week. There's no pressure to commit to a full schedule - we work around you.

Responsibilities

• Teach robotics and coding classes using LEGO Education kits and platforms like Scratch and Code.org
• Guide students through building, programming, and problem-solving
• Adapt lessons for different ages, learning styles, and needs
• Maintain a structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment
• Support both general enrichment students and autism-friendly groups

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring children in a STEM, enrichment, or classroom setting
• Hands-on experience with LEGO Education robotics kits
• Familiarity with Scratch, Code.org, or similar beginner coding platforms
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for working with kids

Nice to Have

• Studying or graduated in education, computer science, engineering, or a related STEM field
• Experience with Python, JavaScript, or other coding languages
• Experience supporting neurodiverse or special needs learners

Why Join Us

• Flexible part-time hours - ideal for students or those building a teaching portfolio
• Pick up as little as one session per week or build a fuller schedule - completely up to you
• Small class sizes and a supportive team environment
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard LEGO Education curriculum
• Opportunity for additional hours as we continue to grow