Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development

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 philly@brooklynrobotfoundry.com

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