Part-Time Coding & Robotics Teacher

Description

Holy Spirit STEM Academy is seeking a passionate, innovative, and student-centered Coding & Robotics Teacher to join our STEM enrichment team. This part-time position will provide engaging, hands-on instruction in coding, robotics, and computational thinking for students in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through 8th Grade.

The instructor will utilize the Sphero educational robotics platform, including Sphero BOLT+, RVR (Rover), and indi robots, along with their corresponding iPad-based coding applications. Through interactive lessons and project-based learning experiences, the teacher will inspire curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills while fostering a love for STEM education.

This position is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays during the 2026 – 2027 school year.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Plan and deliver engaging coding and robotics lessons for students in TK–8th grade.
• Implement the Sphero curriculum using BOLT+, RVR, and indi robotics systems.
• Teach coding concepts through age-appropriate instruction using Sphero Edu and related iPad applications.
• Facilitate hands-on STEM activities, coding challenges, and robotics projects that promote critical thinking and innovation.
• Adapt lessons and instructional strategies to meet the developmental needs of students across multiple grade levels.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages creativity and teamwork.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety during all activities. Set up, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot robotics equipment and technology resources.
• Monitor student participation and progress and communicate effectively with school administration as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support Holy Spirit STEM Academy’s mission of academic excellence and innovation.
• Maintain attendance records and complete required program documentation.
• Attend any professional development courses as required by the ADLA STEM network and/or school administration.
• Attend school related events as required by school administration.
• Attend faculty meetings as required by school administration.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in educational, enrichment, camp, or after-school settings.
• Knowledge of coding, robotics, STEM education, or computer science fundamentals.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with iPads and educational technology tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with school staff.
• Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment that supports student growth and achievement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching robotics, coding, computer science, engineering, or STEM-related subjects.
• Familiarity with Sphero robotics products, including BOLT+, RVR, and indi.
• Degree or coursework in Education, Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, Robotics, or a related field.
• Experience leading project-based learning activities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Experience working in elementary and/or middle school settings.

To Apply
Interested candidates