Instructor, Introduction to Engineering (Seattle)

Circuit Stream Online Programs • Seattle, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Circuit Stream is hiring an engineering practitioner, educator, or advanced engineering student to teach teenagers ages 13–17 at the University of Washington’s Seattle and Bothell campuses. The instructor will deliver Circuit Stream’s provided Introduction to Engineering curriculum, using hands-on challenges, discussion, and projects to make engineering engaging, accessible, and memorable. Curriculum, lesson resources, activities, instructor training, and support from the Education team are provided.

Teaching dates are June 28–July 9, 2027, at the University of Washington Seattle campus, and July 26–August 6, 2027, at the University of Washington Bothell campus. Both sessions run from 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Compensation is USD 1,500–1,650 per week. Required instructor training and onboarding take place when hired, with an additional 2–3 hours in June before courses begin. A background check is required before working with youth learners.

Requirements

• Professional, academic, or substantial project experience in engineering, engineering technology, or a related STEM field.
• A completed or in-progress degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related STEM discipline.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and accessibly to beginners.
• Enjoy working with teenagers and be able to keep a group engaged, participating, and excited to learn.
• Be dependable, prepared, receptive to feedback, and comfortable taking responsibility for student behavior and safety.
• Be available to teach on weekdays for all listed summer course dates.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, camp, or youth-program experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Circuit Stream’s provided Introduction to Engineering curriculum with energy, clarity, and strong classroom facilitation.
• Guide students through hands-on activities and projects, explain engineering concepts in beginner-friendly ways, and help ensure learners meet course learning objectives.
• Create an inclusive, positive classroom environment and use appropriate behavior-management techniques to reinforce expectations, rules, and safety requirements.
• Monitor student understanding, provide helpful feedback and support, and communicate concerns or learner needs to the Circuit Stream team.
• Supervise students during scheduled indoor and outdoor activities outside classroom instruction, helping maintain engagement, appropriate behavior, and safety.

Benefits

• Complete curriculum, lesson resources, activities, instructor training, and support from Circuit Stream’s Education team.
• A community of instructors and educators to connect with and learn from.
• An opportunity to strengthen teaching and mentorship skills while making a visible impact on students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed