Tech Instructor for After School Program

Job Description

Job Description

NOW HIRING! AFTER SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

APPLY NOW TO BECOME A ROCKETEER!

'We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!'

Are you passionate about computer science, video games, coding, Python, Roblox™, app design, digital movies, robotics, drones, Minecraft™ or STEM?

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors in our after school programs. Lead instructors guide students through our world class, project based learning curriculum to discover new technology skills in coding, Minecraft, ROBLOX, video editing, game design and more!

• Full school year in 10 week sessions, with options to continue into additional seasons

• Get in-room teaching experience with excited students

• No formal experience required, but teaching experience in some capacity highly preferred

• PAID training!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Completed 48 college units minimally OR have taken and passed the NCLB Exam or compliant equivalent

• Experience with technology or teaching preferred

• Reliable transportation throughout Elk Grove Unified School District with ability to transport approximately 30 lbs of equipment

• Must be available after school hours (approximately 2:00 - 6:00 PM), daily Monday - Friday

• Consistent attendance is REQUIRED, substitutes are not available

• Instructors must be at least 21 years of age and have significant experience working with children ages 8-14 or technology, both is even better!

• Experience with children in an educational setting is preferred but not required

• Comfortable working with teacher-to-student ratios of 20:1 for elementary schoolers

• Strong technology skills preferred, such as a background in 3D modeling, digital arts, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, etc. or significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, including modding or streaming

• For more information see our website:

Additional Details:

• This is an after-school, part-time, hourly position

• $20/hr - $26/hr

• Paid Training

Who is Black Rocket?

Black Rocket provides unique enrichment and educational programs to children and young adults. Our distinct programs in creative sciences and digital arts focus on the intersection of creativity and technology. Each course emphasizes self-empowerment, cognitive reasoning, and divergent thinking through hands-on learning. Black Rocket's mission is to help ignite, unleash and enhance each individual's distinct talents.

**We will only review applications submitted online. Please do not send information or submit inquiries via email or phone.

We review applications in the order they are received and positions are filled on a 'rolling' basis.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Completed 48 college units minimally OR have taken and passed the NCLB Exam or compliant equivalent

• Experience with technology or teaching preferred

• Must be available after school hours (approximately 2:00 - 6:00 PM), M-F

• Consistent attendance is REQUIRED, substitutes are not available

• Instructors must be at least 21 years of age and have significant experience working with children ages 8-14 or technology, both is even better!

• Experience with children in an educational setting is preferred but not required

• Comfortable working with teacher-to-student ratios of 20:1 for elementary schoolers

• Strong technology skills preferred, such as a background in 3D modeling, digital arts, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, etc. or significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, including modding or streaming

• For more information see our website: