Are you Ready to Take the World of Education by Storm?
Do You Love Technology?
If You're Answering YES, STEAM Academy needs you!
About us:
At STEAM Academy we're on a mission to inspire the next generation of creative problem solvers who will help us create a world that looks more like Star Trek than Black Mirror. In our first year, we're already delivering afterschool robotics programs that are more popular than any organized sport - and we're just getting started! While STEAM Academy is a new venture with global ambitions, its founders have created and delivered amazing afterschool ‘edutainment’ experiences to kids for over ten years, building highly successful businesses along the way (including one with a unicorn exit)
Your Responsibilities:
- Conduct classes for children
- Work with selected age groups — Our company provides educational experiences for children between 4 and 12. As a teacher, you will work with students within this age range and tailor your approach to suit their needs.
- Prepare for lessons - all materials, lesson plans, slides and equipment will be provided
- Participate in trainings
- Be a team player — we expect our mentors (teachers) to actively engage with their colleagues, participate in team-building activities, and maintain a positive and collaborative attitude. We believe a robust team environment is essential to providing the best possible education for our students.
Requirements:
Has the desire and capacity to work with kids
Possess communication skills and an empathetic disposition
Is adaptable and a problem-solver
Able to interact with technology in a fun and relatable way
Bonus Points:
Possessing any of the requirements listed below will result in additional points being awarded to your application:
Prior classroom management experience (formal or informal)
In possession of a car and active driver's license
Passion for robotics and AI, augmentative reality
Perks and Benefits:
Impact - your work will change kids’ lives while inspiring the next generation of creative problem solvers to pursue STEAM degrees and careers
Competitive Compensation — we offer a competitive pay rate, paying you for time of service and travel
Flexible Hours - choose the days of the week you work, usually between the hours of 3 and 6 PM
Professional Development Opportunities — we provide ongoing opportunities for professional growth through initial and ongoing training workshops, as well as opportunities to meet with experienced teachers to get further support, all while getting paid
Collaborative Work Environment — you will work in a collaborative and supportive environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and teamwork
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 7 – 15 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- After school
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid driving license?
- Do you own a car?
- What neighbourhood do you currently live in (please share if comfortable)?
- Are you comfortable with part time work (from 2:30pm - 5:30 pm)?
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person