Teacher / Instructor - Coding & Robotics

Big Brainbox; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Wellness resources

Job summary

Big Brainbox seeks an energetic Teacher for its afterschool Computer Science & Robotics program serving K–8 students. You will lead the classroom, deliver robotics lessons, and implement a structured, hands-on curriculum.

You'll receive onboarding, hands-on training, and direct lines to BBX leadership. This role suits someone who thrives with autonomy and wants fast teaching experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; education or STEM degree preferred.
• Experience in an educational setting is required (tutoring centers, STEM camps, afterschool programs).
• Understanding of neurodiversity learning needs and support.
• Ability to manage a classroom independently.
• Strong communication with students, parents, and teammates.
• Reliable, adaptable, and mission-aligned.
• Familiarity with robotics competitions is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead afterschool robotics classes for K–8 students.
• Follow the 2026-2027 First Lego League program calendars for different age groups.
• Design new robotics lessons with AI Native lesson generators.
• Support students with learning differences using positive reinforcement.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, high-energy learning environment.
• Handle classroom setup, materials, and inventory management.
• Communicate student updates to parents and caregivers as directed.
• Attend team check-ins and BBX training sessions.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Neurodiversity awareness

Robotics instruction

Adaptability

FLL/FTC familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Education or STEM

Tools

First Lego League

Robotics kits

Job description

About Big Brainbox

Big Brainbox is a Student Readiness Platform — an applied learning center specializing in integrated STEM and Academic competency development. We build confidence, capability, and readiness in students through an experiential methodology designed for real-world outcomes. Our standards are institutional, neurodiversity is our strength, our model is built for scale, and we hold STEM.org certification with a Best in STEM Top 5% designation.

The Role - Teacher in Afterschool Program

You’ll independently lead afterschool Computer Science & Robotics program for K–12 students. At BBX, Instructors own their classroom to support our after school program for our students. You’ll receive structured onboarding, hands-on training, and a direct escalation line to BBX leadership when you need it. If you thrive with autonomy and want to build real teaching experience fast, this is your role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary


• Employee discounts


• Flexible schedule


• Wellness resources

What You’ll Do

• Lead afterschool robotics classes for K–8 students.


• For K-2 students, follow First Lego League 2026-2027 program calendar for non-competitive environment.


• For 3-8 students, follow First Lego League 2026-2027 program calendar for competitive environment.


• Assist in designing new robotics lesson with our AI Native lesson generators.


• Support students with learning differences using positive reinforcement strategies.


• Maintain a safe, inclusive, high-energy learning environment.


• Handle classroom setup, materials, and basic inventory.


• Communicate student updates to parents and caregivers as directed.


• Attend team check-ins and required BBX training sessions.

What We Are Looking For

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Education, STEM, or related field preferred


• Prior experience in an educational setting required — tutoring centers (Kumon, Sylvan, etc.), STEM camps, learning academies, or afterschool programs qualify


• Understanding of Neurodiversity learning needs and support


• Comfortable managing a classroom independently


• Strong communicator with students, parents, and teammates


• Reliable, adaptable, and mission-aligned


• Familiarity with FLL, FTC, or robotics competitions is a strong plus


• Hands-on chemistry or biology project experience is a plus

What You Will Get

• Flexible part-time schedule between 3-PM-7-PM and/or Saturday (9-AM - 2-PM)


• Structured onboarding and ongoing support


• Access to cutting-edge STEM tools and curriculum


• Employee discounts through ADP


• A mission-driven team invested in your growth

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

BBX is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected attribute. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Join us and help redefine education for the next generation.