Make an impact this summer with a meaningful work experience that will inspire youth in the world of STEM! Dive into the growing world of STEM education, acquire specialized teaching hours and experience that will look great on your resume! Are you excited about STEM and want to pass on the passion to kids in K-8? Check out Blaze Robotics Academy!

WHY JOIN BLAZE ROBOTICS?

• Inspire youth in the exciting world of STEM
• Gain meaningful teaching experience
• Career growth opportunities
• Excellent letters of recommendation for great work
• Detailed curriculum for teaching with ease and full-time support
• Be a part of the leading STEM education and competitive robotics provider on the Eastside

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instruct technology camps and classes such as building with VEX Robotics, Coding, building in CAD Software or 3D Printing
• Lead campers through the successful completion of camp/class goals using the provided curriculum and ensure they complete their projects throughout the week
• Attend daily staff meetings, assist with setup, clean up, sign-in and pick-up, and follow all Blaze policies and procedures for student safety
• Direct volunteers to assist during camps and classes
• Be a role model for campers and volunteer staff by displaying an inclusive, professional, and responsible attitude
• Inspire youth in STEM through a positive, upbeat, can-do mindset

QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching or assisting children in K-8 through activities
• Comfortable working in a classroom environment
• Previous experience teaching any STEM related subject is ideal
• VEX Robotics experience is a plus but not required
• Willingness to perform all job duties with enthusiasm and a positive outlook
• Friendly, patient, and sensitive to the needs of a diverse student population
• Comfortable with directing young adult volunteers to achieve a well run camp or class
• Availability for some or all weeks between June 24, 2024, and August 30, 2024. Work hours will be scheduled within the time frame of 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM on weekdays

Blaze Robotics Academy is looking for an engaging, knowledgeable and inspiring Instructor to join our team of passionate and fun educators. Blaze Robotics is a leading provider of STEM education and competitive robotics on the Eastside with year-round camps and classes designed to ignite a passion for science, technology and math through hands-on activities focused on robotics, programming and 3D printing. Our organization is looking for a mature individual who has prior experience teaching children, and comfortable leading teenagers and young adults at our Bellevue or Issaquah locations.

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is excited about STEM education and enjoys working both in a classroom environment and leading kids outside of class. This position is perfect for school teachers looking for summer instruction time, fresh graduates, and college students who are looking for career building experience.

*This position could lead to a part-time or full-time position in our school year robotics program.

If you meet the qualifications above and would like to join us at Blaze, apply today!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Do you enjoy working with kids?
• Can you work from 8:30am - 3:30pm weekdays reliably?
• Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States?
• Are you willing to complete a background check as a part of the application process?

Work Location: In person