Description We are seeking a part-time teacher to lead fun and engaging STEM-based workshops with groups of elementary school students after school. Instructors will focus on one or more of the following disciplines: coding, robotics, engineering, science, and video game design. The scheduled hours for Instructors are from 2:30pm to 5:00PM, when NYC public schools are in session. Instructors are the educators (Teachers, Coaches, Teaching Artists, etc.), who give instruction and leadership in specialized activities in after-school programs. These “club” activities can be artistic, athletic, academic, or recreational in nature. Activity Specialists are school teachers, experts in specific fields of study/endeavor, or individuals with comparable qualifications. Duties and Responsibilities • Implements course curriculum, and assists with its development • Works with teaching assistant to create lesson plans in accordance with course curriculum • Requests supplies from Site Supervisor well in advance of class sessions • Leads classes with school-age children • Supervises children during transitions • Supervises teaching assistants • Communicates regularly with Site Supervisor and/or Director about student progress • Plans, coordinates, and oversees culminating events at the end of each cycle Requirements • Subject-matter expertise in a field consistent with the subject taught • Patient, kind and friendly • Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage and correct conduct and performance of adults and children • Able to manage and give priority to multiple tasks. Exhibits creativity and innovativeness working in a fast-paced environment. • Able to use own initiative, sound judgment, tact and diplomacy. • University degree (preferred)