STEAM Engineering Instructor: Design & Robotics

Heart Of Los Angeles Youth Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,368 - 51,797; Part time

Job summary

Heart of Los Angeles seeks an Engineering Instructor to deliver S.T.E.A.M. instruction for primary and secondary students in a makerspace setting. You will help design curricula aligned with NGSS and lead hands-on projects in CAD, robotics, coding, and 3D fabrication.

You’ll collaborate with the Scientific Arts Director, facilitate inquiry-based learning, assess progress, and support community partnerships during events and field trips. Schedule 10–15 hours/week at multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university, or relevant experience, preferably in a science or teaching field.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Able to design a curriculum with collaborative input.
• Strong presentation skills, including live video presentations.
• Experience teaching or leading instruction in the related subject matter.
• Experience working with youth in an urban environment; must demonstrate sensitivity to multicultural issues and awareness, working in a multi-cultural urban environment.
• Familiarity with working in a makerspace environment.
• Ensure the proper functioning and maintenance of all tools, equipment, and technology.
• Experience working with fabrication tools such as 3D printers and laser cutters.
• Familiarity with entering and leading student group competitions.
• Knowledge of the engineering design process and growth mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - balancing empathy & relationship building with clear information delivery.
• Impeccable ethical principles and practices, especially around confidentiality and reporting.
• Ability to participate in outdoor activities and field trips, during weekdays or weekends as needed.
• Must be a positive role model for the Heart of Los Angeles community.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to pass a CA DOJ background check.

Responsibilities

• Teach 2-3 classes per week at the main campus and/or off-site locations for elementary, middle, and/or high school youth.
• Lead other classes with partner organizations as necessary within the regular schedule.
• Encourage and promote critical thinking through inquiry, creative problem-solving strategies, welcoming mistakes as an essential part of learning/progress, and reflections in lessons.
• Develop and implement an innovative curriculum that is aligned with NGSS standards.
• Reflect on your own teaching and actively engage in teacher development opportunities.
• Assist the director and coordinator when reaching out to community partners to enhance and/or introduce STEAM topics in the classroom and on field trips.
• Cultivate an inclusive learning environment by delivering culturally relevant content that presents multiple perspectives and connects students’ backgrounds and communities.
• Participate and assist in developing workshops and/or tabling for community events/faires.
• Plan and instruct projects while promoting teamwork and project based learning.
• Organize and showcase student projects at events, exhibitions, or competitions.
• Assist the director and coordinator in researching and identifying student competitions.
• Develop and deliver innovative programming on STEAM topics, including one or more of the following, but not limited to: Design & Engineering Skills, Robotics, Coding, CAD, Digital Fabrication (3D Printing, Laser Cutting)
• Teach students how to safely and effectively use tools, equipment, and materials such as3D printers, laser cutters, woodworking tools, electronics, and coding software.
• Guide students through the design thinking process, including brainstorming, prototyping, testing, and refining ideas.
• Responsible for maintaining an organized classroom and keeping track of classroom supplies.
• Track student progress and provide constructive feedback on projects and skills.
• Responsible for taking attendance daily.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Presentation skills

Teaching experience

Youth engagement

Makerspace familiarity

Engineering design process

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality ethics

Background check

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree

Tools

3D printers

Laser cutters

Coding software

CAD

Robotics

Job description

Heart of Los Angeles seeks an Engineering Instructor to deliver S.T.E.A.M. instruction for primary and secondary students in a makerspace setting. You will help design curricula aligned with NGSS and lead hands-on projects in CAD, robotics, coding, and 3D fabrication.

You’ll collaborate with the Scientific Arts Director, facilitate inquiry-based learning, assess progress, and support community partnerships during events and field trips. Schedule 10–15 hours/week at multiple sites.