STEM-After School Instructor

NEXPLORE; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 68,191 - 97,120; Part time

Job summary

Nexplore invites qualified instructors to join our national enrichment team delivering in-person STEM, digital tech, art, life skills, and fitness programs to PreK-12 students. Instructors receive training, curricula, and materials, and report to a Program Success Manager.

The role is part‑time with a defined schedule and requires experience working with children, strong communication, and a commitment to training. Compensation is paid per class, with steady instructional responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Part‑time position with consistent schedule.
• AA degree or higher is required.
• 2+ years teaching/instructing preferred.
• Experience working with children is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, in‑person STEM, Digital Tech, Art, Life Skills and/or Fitness instruction.
• Prepare for instruction using provided lesson plans and materials.
• Communicate professionally with the Program Success Manager and site personnel.
• Deliver instruction from 80+ programs and adapt as needed.
• Engage families with events and showcases as applicable.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Presentation skills

Reliability

Transportation

Training willingness

Education

AA Degree or higher

Teaching degree or certificate (PLUS)

Job description

Day(s) : Monday - Thursday

Class time(s) : 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM & 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Program : Coding with Scratch, Magic, Robotics with Ozobot and Pottery

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.