STEM After School Instructor

NEXPLORE; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

NEXPLORE in Boulder, Colorado is seeking a Nexplore Instructor to deliver engaging STEM, Digital Tech, Art, Life Skills, and Fitness instruction. This part-time role requires preparation for classes, along with clear communication and reliability.

The ideal candidate will have teaching experience and an AA degree or higher, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to the full schedule. NEXPLORE fosters a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality STEM and Digital Tech instruction.
• Engage in effective communication with site personnel.
• Participate in family engagement efforts.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Creativity

Ability to engage children

Education

AA Degree (or higher)

Job description

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

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

• 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.

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.