Teaching Assistant MIT Scratch 3.0 Job ID: 2974

LogicForKidz; Idaho; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant for MIT Scratch 3.0 to inspire and educate grade school kids. This remote role offers the flexibility to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs while fostering a positive learning environment. You will deliver high-quality instruction, assess student projects, and collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance curriculum development. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning in education. Join this exciting opportunity to make a difference in young learners' lives while gaining valuable experience in teaching and programming.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

President’s Volunteer Service Award eligibility

Qualifications

• Proficient in MIT Scratch 3.0 with strong communication skills.
• Previous teaching experience is desirable but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction using MIT Scratch 3.0 and assess students’ work.
• Create an inclusive environment and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

MIT Scratch 3.0

Event-driven programming

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Office productivity software

Education

Teaching experience

Commitment to professional growth

Tools

Google Docs

Google Slides

Google Sheets

Job description

Teaching Assistant MIT Scratch

Work study or Student Internship, Volunteer

Remote

Job description:

We are currently looking for a subject-matter expert in MIT Scratch 3.0 who can co-teach a class to grade school kids. You must have experience building simple and complex projects in Scratch and an understanding of event-driven programming concepts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to fostering a positive learning environment and will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective instruction to students. This role requires a dynamic individual who can adapt teaching methods to meet student needs.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality instruction for programming using MIT Scratch 3.0 in a clear and engaging manner, utilizing various teaching techniques.
• Assess students’ work, providing constructive feedback on project submissions.
• Work one-on-one with students to clarify doubts.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and fosters respect among peers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and contribute to curriculum development.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance data.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding academic progress and any concerns.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
• Design age-appropriate assignments for the targeted audience.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to update existing projects and lesson plans, curriculum, quizzes, and other teaching materials as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in Scratch 3.0 and programming concepts.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage students effectively.
• Previous teaching experience is highly desirable (but not necessary), demonstrating effective instructional skills.
• Comfortable creating and using Office productivity software tools like Docs, Slides, Sheets, etc.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while also being self-motivated.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in the field of education.

Other expectations:

• Meet with the team 2-3 times a week to sync up on progress.
• This is a remote position and the working hours can be flexible up to an extent.

Student Volunteer Hours:

• President’s Award
  • Volunteer towards the most prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award. Our organization will be responsible for the cost and for filing for the award for you.
    https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/
    https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/eligibility#volunteers
  • Age 16+ will qualify for the Bronze award and less than 16 years old will qualify for the Gold award.

Work Study, Internship:

Range: $25.00 – $45.00 per hour