BRONX HOUSE
STEM Instructor (SONYC Afterschool Program)
Position: Bronx House. Salary: $36.50/hr (fixed). Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–6:20 PM (hours may vary slightly based on program needs). Start Date: January 2026.
Base Pay Range $36.50/hr – $36.50/hr
Position Summary The STEM Instructor will develop and lead engaging, project-based STEM lessons for middle school students (grades 6–8). The instructor is responsible for creating hands‑on activities, fostering creativity and critical thinking, and supporting student learning in alignment with DYCD and SONYC requirements.
Responsibilities
Plan and facilitate high‑quality STEM lessons in areas such as robotics, engineering challenges, coding basics, science experiments, and technology‑based projects.
Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
Collaborate with the Program Director to align lessons with program goals and DYCD outcomes.
Support students with inquiry‑based learning, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Ensure materials are prepared in advance and classrooms remain organized.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and program events.
Uphold all Bronx House, DYCD, and DOE guidelines.
Qualifications
Experience working with youth, preferably middle school students.
Background in STEM fields (science, engineering, technology, coding, robotics, etc.).
Ability to develop lesson plans and lead hands‑on, engaging activities.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Reliable, punctual, and able to collaborate with the program team.
Benefits
Paid Time Off.
Paid Prenatal Leave.
Bereavement Leave.
Jury Duty Leave.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Education and Training
Industries Non-profit Organization Management
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Base Pay Range $36.50/hr – $36.50/hr
Position Summary The STEM Instructor will develop and lead engaging, project-based STEM lessons for middle school students (grades 6–8). The instructor is responsible for creating hands‑on activities, fostering creativity and critical thinking, and supporting student learning in alignment with DYCD and SONYC requirements.
Responsibilities
Plan and facilitate high‑quality STEM lessons in areas such as robotics, engineering challenges, coding basics, science experiments, and technology‑based projects.
Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
Collaborate with the Program Director to align lessons with program goals and DYCD outcomes.
Support students with inquiry‑based learning, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Ensure materials are prepared in advance and classrooms remain organized.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and program events.
Uphold all Bronx House, DYCD, and DOE guidelines.
Qualifications
Experience working with youth, preferably middle school students.
Background in STEM fields (science, engineering, technology, coding, robotics, etc.).
Ability to develop lesson plans and lead hands‑on, engaging activities.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Reliable, punctual, and able to collaborate with the program team.
Benefits
Paid Time Off.
Paid Prenatal Leave.
Bereavement Leave.
Jury Duty Leave.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Education and Training
Industries Non-profit Organization Management
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