Tech Instructor for After School Program

Black Rocket Productions; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

Black Rocket Productions in Sacramento is hiring an after-school technology teacher to lead students through a project-based curriculum in coding, Minecraft, Roblox, video editing and game design. The position is part-time and hourly, with paid training and 10-week sessions.

Hours are after school, roughly 2:00–6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Strong tech interest and ability to engage ages 8–14 are preferred, and reliability matters.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completed 48 college units minimally OR NCLB exam or equivalent.
• Experience with technology or teaching preferred.
• Available after school hours 2:00–6:00 PM, M–F.
• 21+ years old with significant experience with children 8–14.
• Experience with children in educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead students through project-based curriculum in coding, Minecraft, Roblox, video editing and game design.
• Teach after-school sessions, typically 2:00–6:00 PM, and support 8–14 year olds.
• Guide students in teams within a 20:1 ratio and participate in paid training.

Skills

Teaching experience

Tech skills

3D modeling

Robotics

Coding

Minecraft knowledge

Roblox knowledge

Video editing

Education

High School Diploma

48 college units or NCLB exam

Job description

Job Description

NOW HIRING! AFTER SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

'We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!'

Are you passionate about computer science, video games, coding, Python, Roblox, app design, digital movies, robotics, drones, Minecraft or STEM?

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors in our after school programs. Lead instructors guide students through our world class, project based learning curriculum to discover new technology skills in coding, Minecraft, ROBLOX, video editing, game design and more!

• Full school year in 10 week sessions, with options to continue into additional seasons
• Get in-room teaching experience with excited students
• No formal experience required, but teaching experience in some capacity highly preferred
• PAID training!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completed 48 college units minimally OR have taken and passed the NCLB Exam or compliant equivalent
• Experience with technology or teaching preferred
• Reliable transportation throughout Elk Grove Unified School District with ability to transport approximately 30 lbs of equipment
• Must be available after school hours (approximately 2:00 - 6:00 PM), daily Monday - Friday
• Consistent attendance is REQUIRED, substitutes are not available
• Instructors must be at least 21 years of age and have significant experience working with children ages 8-14 or technology, both is even better!
• Experience with children in an educational setting is preferred but not required
• Comfortable working with teacher-to-student ratios of 20:1 for elementary schoolers
• Strong technology skills preferred, such as a background in 3D modeling, digital arts, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, etc. or significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, including modding or streaming
• For more information see our website: http://www.blackrocket.com/jobs/

Additional Details

• This is an after-school, part-time, hourly position
• $20/hr - $26/hr
• Paid Training

Who is Black Rocket?

Black Rocket provides unique enrichment and educational programs to children and young adults. Our distinct programs in creative sciences and digital arts focus on the intersection of creativity and technology. Each course emphasizes self-empowerment, cognitive reasoning, and divergent thinking through hands-on learning. Black Rocket's mission is to help ignite, unleash and enhance each individual's distinct talents.

We review applications in the order they are received and positions are filled on a 'rolling' basis.

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completed 48 college units minimally OR have taken and passed the NCLB Exam or compliant equivalent
• Experience with technology or teaching preferred
• Must be available after school hours (approximately 2:00 - 6:00 PM), M-F
• Consistent attendance is REQUIRED, substitutes are not available
• Instructors must be at least 21 years of age and have significant experience working with children ages 8-14 or technology, both is even better!
• Experience with children in an educational setting is preferred but not required
• Comfortable working with teacher-to-student ratios of 20:1 for elementary schoolers
• Strong technology skills preferred, such as a background in 3D modeling, digital arts, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, etc. or significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, including modding or streaming
• For more information see our website: http://www.blackrocket.com/jobs/

Benefits

Paid training!

Keyword: technology, afterschool