STEAM After School Instructor

NEXPLORE; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 68,191 - 97,120; Part time

Job summary

NEXPLORE is seeking an enthusiastic Instructor to provide high-quality, in-person STEM and life skills instruction in Clayton, Missouri. This part-time role requires an AA Degree or higher, along with 2+ years of teaching experience and strong communication skills.

Join a mission-driven team to foster the joy of learning and support youth in developing their 21st-century skills. Responsibilities include engaging students in grades PreK-12 and collaborating with the Program Success Manager to ensure educational success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years teaching/instructing experience preferred.
• Experience working with children required.
• Teaching degree or certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meaningful, standard-aligned instruction.
• Engage in professional communication with the Program Success Manager.
• Prepare and review lesson plans and materials.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Problem solving

Education

AA Degree or higher

Job description

Schedule

Day(s): Monday - Friday

Class time(s): 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Program: STEAM

Class dates: 07-06-2026 - 07-10-2026

Compensation: $60 per hour of class

Compensation is per class or assignment (mini camp, field trip, etc.)

About Nexplore

Nexplore is a national enrichment service provider with a mission to foster the joy of learning through 125+ STEAM, Life Skills, and Fitness solutions offered as after school, in‑school, and summer programs. Currently, Nexplore proudly offers programs at over 1200 sites across 25+ US states, equitably serving thousands of students.

Nexplore Instructor Role

The Nexplore Instructor is responsible for consistently delivering high‑quality, in‑person STEM, Digital Tech, Art, Life Skills and/or Fitness instruction to foster the joy of learning. Supplied with training, lesson plans, curriculum, and materials, the Instructor prepares for instruction and teaches students in grades PreK-12 (varies based on assignment). The Instructor reports to a Program Success Manager.

Responsibilities

• Consistency - Follow a provided schedule, arrive on time and prepared to teach (must review lesson plans and materials prior to instruction), and maintain compliance with site expectations.
• Competence - Deliver meaningful, standard‑aligned instruction that cultivates critical thinking, problem solving, and joy in the learning process. Manage all supplied instructional materials.
• Communication - Engage in professional, responsive, effective communication with Nexplore Program Success Manager and site personnel.
• Creativity - Deliver inspiring instruction from Nexplore’s collection of 80+ programs, administering accommodations and extensions, as relevant.
• Community - Participate in family engagement efforts (welcome letters, showcases, etc.) and empower each and every child to meaningfully access and engage in Nexplore programs.

Why Join Nexplore

In addition to joining a rapidly growing national educational enrichment service organization, you will support youth to foster a joy of learning and strengthen their 21st‑century life skills. You will join a team of passionate educators and professionals to strengthen our program offerings and organizational impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a mission‑aligned teacher looking to grow professionally and equitably impact education services locally.

Qualifications

• Part‑time position
• AA Degree (or higher)
• 2+ years teaching/instructing (preferred)
• Experience working with children
• Educational (development or training) experience
• Teaching degree or certificate is a PLUS!
• Must commit to the full proposed schedule
• Great communication and presentation skills
• Reliable transportation
• Willing to complete mandatory training

Nexplore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.