Join Our Team!
Robotfun Academy provides VEX and LEGO Robotics after-school programs, camps, and robotics competitions for students from 1st to 10th grade. Located near Newton and Wellesley, our mission is to spark a lifelong passion for STEM. We empower students to excel academically while fostering crucial life skills including communication, collaboration, and time management. Robotfun Academy creates a fun and engaging environment where students can learn, create, and innovate with robotics.
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If you are passionate about Robotics and also enjoy teaching children, we are here looking for instructors for either afterschool (3:00-6:30pm during the week and 9am-5pm at weekends), or summer camp (Mon to Fri, 9am-4pm, June to Aug). This role involves creating engaging lesson plans, supervising hands-on activities, and fostering a positive learning environment for students of various ages. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and a strong interest in robotics, education, and youth development. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' growth while developing your teaching skills in a dynamic after-school setting.
As a STEM Instructor your responsibilities will include:
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Plan and deliver engaging robotics and coding lessons aligned with curriculum standards for after-school programs.
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Foster enthusiasm for STEM through hands-on projects, competitions, and collaborative activities.
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Maintain classroom discipline and implement behavior management strategies to support positive student interactions.
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Collaborate with parents, school staff, and program coordinators to monitor student progress and address individual needs.
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Assist in organizing special events, demonstrations, or camps related to robotics and technology education.
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Support the development of social-emotional skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking among students.
Qualifications:
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You must love working with kids!
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Bachelor's degree completed or in pursuing in a STEM related field.
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Have previous experience working with children in a classroom, camp, or similar environment.
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Strong communication and organizational skills.
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Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
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Authorized to work in US.
Preferred if you have:
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Previous experience teaching robotics (FIRST or VEX robotics). Competition experience highly preferred.
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Experience with OnShape CAD, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, C++ Programming, USACO, Blocks Coding, Python is a plus
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