After School Instructor

and the job listing Expires on January 17, 2026

Nexplore is a national enrichment service provider with a mission to foster the joy of learning through 100+ STEM, Life Skills, and Fitness solutions offered as after school, in-school, and summer programs. Currently, Nexplore proudly offers programs at over 1100 sites across 14 US states, equitably serving thousands of students as evidenced by our 5-star Google review.

The Nexplore Instructor is responsible for consistently delivering high-quality, in-person STEM, Art, Life Skills and/or Fitness instruction to foster the joy of learning. Supplied with training, lesson plans, curriculum, and materials, the Nexplore Instructor is responsible for preparing for instruction and teaching students in grades PreK-12 (varies based on assignment). They will report to a Program Success Manager.

• Consistency – Follow a provided schedule, arrive on time and prepared to teach (must review lesson plans and materials prior to instruction), and maintain compliance with site expectations.
• Competence – Deliver meaningful, standard-aligned instruction that cultivates critical thinking, problem solving, and joy in the learning process. Manage all supplied instructional materials.
• Communication – Engage in professional, responsive, effective communication with Nexplore Program Success Manager and site personnel.
• Creativity – Deliver inspiring instruction from Nexplore’s collection of 80+ programs, administering accommodations and extensions, as relevant.
• Community – Participate in family engagement efforts (welcome letters, showcases, etc.) and empower each and every child to meaningfully access and engage in Nexplore programs.

• Part-time position
• AA Degree (or higher)
• 2+ years teaching/instructing (preferred)
• Experience working with children
• Educational (development or training) experience
• Teaching degree or certificate is a PLUS!
• Must commit to the full proposed schedule
• Great communication and presentation skills

• Willing to complete mandatory training
• Willing to complete a background check and fingerprints (reimbursement available after 8 weeks of classes are completed)

• Pay: $60/class
  , plus 50 cents per mile if driving more than 20m roundtrip [Each class is 1 hour of teaching + 15 min of prep before and 5-10 min of dismissal].
• Location: Different sites around Chicago IL
• Grade: PreK – 6th
• Dates: January 2026 – March 2026
• Need ASAP
• Nexplore Enrichments (): is an after-school program. You will be teaching our STEAM program to school-ages children. Curriculum and materials are provided. Please check our website!

Why Join Nexplore: In addition to joining a rapidly growing national educational enrichment service organization, you will be supporting youth to foster a joy of learning and strengthen their 21st century life skills. You will join a team of passionate educators and professionals to strengthen our program offerings and organizational impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-aligned teacher looking to grow professionally and equitably impact education services locally.

Nexplore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.