Engineering for Kids STEM Teacher​/Manager

Kids ages 4-14 are introduced to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education through after‑school programs, classes, camps, workshops, and special events. We are proud to inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands‑on learning.

Our programs encourage problem solving, critical thinking and peer collaboration which increase STEM literacy.

• Junior Engineers (ages 4-6)
• Apprentice Engineers (ages 7-11)
• Master Engineers (ages 12-14)

We are dedicated to constant innovation of our programs, lesson plans, and teaching resources.

To hire teachers like you and to be part of this great team to help students learn science, engineering and technology concepts through hands‑on challenges such as battling robots, building rockets, and programming their own video games. We offer around 500 classes covering everything from aerospace engineering to marine sciences to electronics. Students build projects from scratch, solve problems along the way, and take home their finished work.

The experience encourages teamwork, innovation and critical thinking at a very early age.

We will also let you pick classes if you are passionate about teaching a specific subject. There is a lot of room for innovation in this job and for taking leads in several schools and areas around New Jersey.

• Internships
• Part‑time Lead Teachers
• Part‑time Assistant Teachers
• Part‑time Assistant Directors

• Teaching lessons to school‑age children: after‑school programs, camps, community workshops, parties, etc.
• Communicating with Program Directors and Assistant Instructors to ensure proper arrangement of class logistics
• Monitoring and supervising student interactions
• Communicating with parents and school administration

• Must be punctual and dependable
• Must have great energy and a child‑friendly personality
• Previous experience working with a group of children and experience in one of the following areas are required for Lead Instructors:
  • STEAM/STEM‑based learning (engineering, science, robotics, architecture, coding, technology, gaming, etc.) – you can be a professional, avid hobbyist, or a college/graduate student with experience in these areas.
  • Skills‑based instructors: sewing, woodworking
  • Art‑based instructors: illustration, design, etc.
  • Hobby‑based instructors: modeling and crafts
  • Substitute teaching experiences
  • Camp Counselor
  • Education major/minor students with strong interest in STEM education or hands‑on learning
  • After‑school enrichment program instruction
• Self‑starter that is willing to learn
• Confident and able to work independently
• Must agree to and pass a background check
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a dependable vehicle to travel to different locations

• Fully competent with teaching all Engineering for Kids Curriculum
• Function as Lead Instructor in various classroom and event settings (such as workshops and demonstration sessions) as needed
• Train and evaluate teaching staff
• Manage scheduling of all classes and teachers as well as material logistics
• Help with generating marketing and client communication materials such as flyers
• Help with inventory management

• All qualities of a Lead Instructor
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Education, STEM‑related field or Business
• Excellent organizational skills with knowledge of web‑based technology platforms (such as Microsoft Office, Google Drive, etc.) and strong communication skills
• This will be a regular part‑time position (with full‑time potential). You may start as a Lead Instructor and be promoted to this position. Must be available at least two days Monday to Friday 1:00‑6:00 p.m.; hours are subject to class schedule
• Must have experience managing people and events
• Education professionals with emphasis on hands‑on science/engineering teaching and/or special education training are highly desired
• Knowledge of the local school enrichment program system and PTO/PTA experience is a plus

Competitive, compared to similar programs. Pay is based on experience and job function.