Teaching Instructor for Summer STEAM Program

Snapology•North Chelmsford, MA

4d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The primary focus of a Summer Camp Instructor is to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while facilitating Snapology's STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) programs.

Requirements

1 or more years of experience working with children in a tutoring, camp, child-care, classroom or camp environment. Candidates with less experience will be considered for an assistant role.
Current Criminal Offender Record Information CORI (background checks and fingerprinting) and Current First Aid & CPR training
Driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current insurance to transport materials
Excellent time and classroom management skills
Comfortable working with LEGO® bricks and technology
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships
Communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, coworkers and leadership
Proven reliability and punctuality

Nice To Haves

Education degree or teaching experience recommended, teachers pursuing a degree in education will also be considered for this position.
2 or more years of experience leading children in a classroom or camp environment
Education degree or teaching experience preferred, students pursuing a degree in education are encouraged to apply
Familiarity with coding and robotics preferred

Responsibilities

Facilitate Snapology programs for groups of up to 24 students (age 6-12), through curriculum-guided engineering and/or robotics activities
Adequately prepare for each program by reading curriculum, watching training videos and/or participating in face-to-face training sessions & staff meetings
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, in a fun and engaging way to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. All materials, lesson plans, & paid training is provided!
Manage student behavior and discipline in alignment with the disciplinary systems of Snapology
Supervise student lunch breaks
Communicate with parents via Snapology systems, including photos, videos and insights about daily activities
Maintain professionalism in dress, personal appearance, and communication with students, parents, and community partners
Travel to various partner locations to run programs
Safely transport, store and organize materials