Lead Instructor / Mobile Program Coordinator

Snapology of Dover • Dover, NH

12d

About The Position

Snapology provides hands-on enrichment programs for children ages 3–14, teaching STEAM concepts through LEGO® bricks, iPads, robotics, and other materials while encouraging creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. The Lead Instructor / Mobile Program Coordinator teaches and coordinates programs at partner schools, recreation centers, libraries, and community facilities in and around Portsmouth, Dover, Rochester, Eliot, and South Berwick.

The instructor takes ownership of assigned classes, camps, workshops, and events, including reviewing lessons, preparing and tracking supplies, arriving ready to teach, and returning equipment organized and complete. The role involves independent work, proactive communication, and professional interactions with students, families, and partner staff. Curriculum and equipment training are provided, with ongoing support.

This is a part-time position of approximately 10–20 hours per week, depending on the season and programming. Availability is required Monday–Friday from 2:00–6:00 p.m.; scheduled days and hours vary, and the employee will not necessarily work every weekday. Additional hours may include evenings, weekends, school vacations, and summer camps. The employee must commit to the full duration of assigned programs and contracts. Flexible work-from-home options are available, including a few paid work-from-home hours per month for assigned preparation and coordination.

Requirements

• Experience teaching, leading, or supervising children.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and follow through without frequent supervision.
• Professional, punctual, and dependable work habits.
• Reliable transportation for travel to partner sites and transporting supplies.
• Ability to load, unload, move, and set up program materials.
• Comfort with iPads, basic technology, and hands-on building materials.
• Availability Monday–Friday, 2:00–6:00 p.m., with scheduled days and hours varying.
• Ability to commit to the full duration of assigned programs and contracts.
• Dependable attendance, advance planning for known conflicts, and immediate notice to the owner if illness or an emergency affects the ability to teach.
• Must not cancel classes or arrange substitutes without approval.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of assigned classes, camps, workshops, and events.
• Review curriculum and practice activities and technology before teaching.
• Coordinate equipment and supply pickup and return with the owner.
• Inventory kits before and after programs and promptly report missing, damaged, or depleted items.
• Arrive early enough to unload, set up, and be fully prepared before students arrive.
• Lead engaging, age-appropriate lessons that encourage creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming classroom and manage student behavior.
• Follow partner procedures for attendance, dismissal, room use, and safety.
• Communicate professionally with families and partner staff.
• Keep the owner informed about student concerns, partner feedback, scheduling issues, and supply needs.
• Keep building sets, robotics kits, iPads, and curriculum clean, organized, complete, and ready for use.
• Pack materials carefully and leave partner spaces clean and orderly.
• Support instructor preparation and training; assist with coordinating staff, equipment, and materials.
• Promote upcoming programs and support community outreach.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and other assigned tasks.
• Prepare and coordinate assigned work from home.

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Bonuses for completing qualifying program contracts; amounts, eligibility, and requirements are provided before each assignment.
• A few paid work-from-home hours per month for assigned preparation and coordination.
• Flexible work-from-home options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed