Snapology Birthday Party Facilitator

Snapology of Cedar Park TX; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

Snapology of Cedar Park TX is seeking a Birthday Party Facilitator to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving while leading STEAM programs for children aged 3-14. Training and materials are provided; facilitators will work with staff and communicate with parents across various host locations in Cedar Park and surrounding areas.

You will travel to party sites, transport materials, and arrive early to set up. Weekend parties are common; some afterschool/evening hours may be available.

Qualifications

• Criminal and Child Clearances must be current through Texas Central Background Check Unit and submitted by candidate.
• 2+ years of experience leading children in a classroom or camp environment.
• Education degree or teaching experience preferred; students pursuing a degree in education are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent time and classroom management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, coworkers and Snapology Leadership.
• Comfortable working with LEGO® Bricks and technology.
• Familiarity with coding and robotics preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Snapology programs for groups of up to 24 students.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment. All materials, lesson plans, & paid training is provided!
• Adequately prepare for each party program by reading curriculum, watching training videos and/or participating in face-to-face training sessions
• Maintain engagement and manage behavior and discipline in alignment with the disciplinary systems of Snapology
• Present party themes in a fun and engaging way that promotes creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Encourage students & parents to enroll students in future Snapology programs
• Participate in periodic Snapology training & staff meetings, as required
• Collaborate with Snapology Leadership and support staff
• Maintain professional manner in dress, personal appearance, and communication with students, parents, and community partners
• Travel to various host locations to run parties
• Safely transport and store materials
• Appropriate county health guidelines will be followed in the event of any health concerns in the area
• Opportunities for additional hours may include:
• New program training
• Materials Inventory
• Field trips
• Workshops / Classes / Special Events (evening or weekends)

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Punctuality

Coding & robotics familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Education degree or teaching experience preferred

Tools

LEGO bricks

Technology in teaching

Job description

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Snapology teaches STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) principles to children through hands-on learning using LEGO® bricks and technology in a fun and engaging way! If you enjoy working with children, can effectively manage groups of children, and think playing with LEGO® bricks sounds like a fun workday, you might be a great fit! https://www.snapology.com/texas-cedar-park

Position Summary:

The primary focus of a Birthday Party Facilitator is to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while facilitating Snapology's STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) programs in highly engaging ways. Facilitators must also work collaboratively with Snapology staff and effectively communicate with parents. Programs are conducted for children ages 3-14, although not all staff are required to teach all age groups.

Role & Responsibilities:

Facilitate Snapology programs for groups of up to 24 students

Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment. All materials, lesson plans, & paid training is provided!

Adequately prepare for each party program by reading curriculum, watching training videos and/or participating in face-to-face training sessions

Maintain engagement and manage behavior and discipline in alignment with the disciplinary systems of Snapology

Present party themes in a fun and engaging way that promotes creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Encourage students & parents to enroll students in future Snapology programs

Participate in periodic Snapology training & staff meetings, as required

Collaborate with Snapology Leadership and support staff

Maintain professional manner in dress, personal appearance, and communication with students, parents, and community partners

Travel to various host locations to run parties

Safely transport and store materials

Qualifications:

Criminal and Child Clearances (background checks and fingerprinting) must be current through Texas Central Background Check Unit and submitted by candidate

2 or more years of experience leading children in a classroom or camp environment

Education degree or teaching experience preferred, students pursuing a degree in education are encouraged to apply

Excellent time and classroom management skills

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, coworkers and Snapology Leadership

Excellent time and classroom management skills

Comfortable working with LEGO® Bricks and technology

Familiarity with coding and robotics preferred

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, coworkers and leadership

Proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis

High School diploma or equivalent required

Driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current insurance to transport materials required

First Aid & CPR trained

Position Details:

Instructors are paid a flat rate, which includes materials pick up and drop off, lesson/activity preparation, early arrival to set up and clean up afterward.

Most parties are held on the weekends. Additional hours may be available for afterschool and evening classes.

Parties may be hosted at community partner locations, family residences and amenity centers across the greater Cedar Park area, including North Austin, Leander, Liberty Hill, Georgetown and Round Rock.

The ability to set up and/or arrange furniture in order to prepare the room for class is essential.

Reliable transportation, punctuality, and the ability to transport equipment is crucial.

Facilitators are expected to arrive 30 minutes early unload and set up materials for the party.

Appropriate county health guidelines will be followed in the event of any health concerns in the area.

Opportunities for additional hours may include:

New program training

Materials Inventory

Field trips

Workshops / Classes / Special Events (evening or weekends)