STEAM After School Instructor

NEXPLORE; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 9,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Nexplore is seeking a part-time instructor in Nashville to deliver in-person STEM, Digital Tech, Art, Life Skills and/or Fitness instruction. Classes run Mondays and Thursdays, with 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM sessions, teaching PreK-12 students using Nexplore’s lesson plans and materials.

You will report to a Program Success Manager and join a nationwide enrichment team. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality instruction, reviewing plans beforehand, and engaging families through showcases and

Qualifications

• AA degree or higher required or preferred.
• 2+ years teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with children.
• Teaching degree or certificate is a plus.
• Great communication and presentation skills.
• Must commit to the full proposed schedule.
• Willing to complete mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Follow provided schedule, arrive on time and prepared to teach; review lesson plans and materials.
• Deliver standard-aligned instruction that fosters critical thinking and joy in learning; manage materials.
• Communicate professionally with Program Success Manager and site personnel.
• Deliver inspiring instruction from Nexplore’s programs and administer accommodations as relevant.
• Engage families and empower each child to meaningfully access Nexplore programs.

Skills

Teaching

Experience with children

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Reliability

Willing to train

Commit to schedule

Education

AA Degree

Teaching degree or certificate (PLUS)

Job description

Day(s) : Monday & Thursday

Class time(s) : 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Program : 3D Printing & Flight Aerodynamics

Compensation: $60 per hour of class

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

About Nexplore

(www.nexploreusa.com)

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 as evidenced by our 5-star Google review .

Watch this video and learn how Nexplore brings hands-on learning to life across schools nationwide—through engaging programs, expert instructors, and our 5C Commitment in action.

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 Nexplore Instructor is responsible for preparing for instruction and teaching students in grades PreK-12 (varies based on assignment). They will report to a Program Success Manager.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• 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 be supporting 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