Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

LEAD TEACHER
When you hear the word robot, do you smile? Do you get excited when you get to use your
hands to build things? Do you find joy in building with kids?
Then this is the perfect job for you!
In this role, you will be teaching groups of children basic engineering concepts and guiding
them in building their own robots. We will train you in all the unique skills, tools, and concepts
needed for the position.
We are especially looking for people who are creative, DIY-lovers, great with kids, and deeply
interested in learning more about STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math).
Our teachers have backgrounds in various disciplines, including carpentry, education, visual
and performing arts. We need people who can take a hot glue gun to popsicle sticks and
cardboard and create something that physically holds up and looks totally awesome - all while
having a blast!
Responsibilities
● Teach robot-building classes
○ Manage a classroom of kids for a robot-building session
○ Have an encouraging demeanor, promoting confidence in kids
○ Ensure the classes stay on time and within their agreed-upon time limit
○ Troubleshoot robot issues (we will teach you how!)
○ Stay positive and have fun under pressure!
○ Quick thinking & improvisation in the classroom
○ Coordinate with other teachers, clients, and parents on site
● Outside of Classes
○ Learning how to build the different projects
○ Traveling to different locations to teach classes
○ Assist with coordinating, managing, staffing, and executing events
○ Assist with teacher training, onboarding, and shadowing for new teachers
○ Keeping your tools organized and stocked
○ Reporting feedback to the appropriate channels
Hours
25-35 hours per week
Compensation
$20 per hour
Requirements
● Enjoy working with children
● Love to make things with your hands (e.g woodworking, sculpture, crafts, set
construction, baking, cooking, etc)
● Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills
● Patient and friendly
● Flexible
● Like having fun
● Believe in diversifying the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)
classroom
● Must be able to walk 1.5-2 miles per day
● Must be able to lift 35 pounds
● Must be able to pass a CPR/First Aid certification (we will arrange a certification class)
● Must be able to pass Child Abuse History, PA State Criminal History and FBI
background check
● Must be available to work weekends and school holidays
● High school diploma or GED
Preferred Experience
● Teaching/leading a classroom
● Working with children in-person (teacher, camp counselor, babysitter, etc.)
● Working with circuits
● Crafting/making things 3-dimensionally
Location
Classes will take place off-site, at locations in Philadelphia and surrounding neighborhoods in
Chester County, Delaware County, Montgomery County, and Bucks County.
Schedule
This is a part-time role with hours ranging from 25-35 per week. The precise schedule will be
determined by the program calendar and student registrations.
Training
All new teachers will go through paid training and shadow senior teachers prior to starting.
Exact schedule TBD. Teachers will also have to attend a CPR training course or provide proof
of certification within the last year.
Application Instructions
To apply, email View email address on us.fitly.work
Identify the position you are applying for in the subject line. You must include both a resume
and a cover letter with your email to be considered for the position. In your cover letter,
please:
1. Why do you want to work as a Lead Teacher teaching robotics to children?
2. Describe your previous work experience
3. Tell us about what types of things you like to build and make (pictures encouraged!)
4. Detail your availability, including how soon you can start