What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time STEM/Robotics Instructor – LEGO & VEX – Las Vegas position at Las Vegas Robotics Academy?
Las Vegas Robotics Academy is looking for an enthusiastic and dependable Part-Time Robotics Instructor to teach children and young students using LEGO and VEX robotics platforms.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and has an interest in robotics, engineering, coding, or STEM education.
Position Details
- Pay: $18 per hour
- Job Type: Part-time
- Schedule: Primarily weekday afternoons and evenings
- Location: In person
- Possible additional hours for workshops, camps, competitions, and special events
Key Responsibilities
- Teach engaging, age-appropriate robotics lessons using LEGO and VEX systems
- Guide students through building, programming, testing, and improving their robots
- Explain basic robotics, engineering, and coding concepts in a clear and encouraging way
- Prepare classroom materials and equipment before each session
- Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment
- Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback
- Encourage teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking
- Communicate professionally with students, parents, and academy staff
- Properly organize and store robotics kits and classroom materials after each class
Qualifications
- Interest or experience in robotics, engineering, coding, computer science, or STEM education
- Experience working with children or teenagers
- Strong communication and classroom-management skills
- Patient, responsible, energetic, and dependable
- Ability to explain technical concepts in a simple and engaging way
- Willingness to learn the academy’s curriculum and teaching methods
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Ability to pass a background check
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous teaching, tutoring, coaching, or childcare experience
- Experience with LEGO Education, LEGO SPIKE, LEGO Mindstorms, VEX IQ, or VEX Robotics
- Basic programming knowledge, such as Scratch, Python, or block-based coding
- College students or graduates in education, engineering, computer science, robotics, or a related field are encouraged to apply
Formal teaching experience is helpful but not required. Candidates with strong technical skills, patience, and the ability to connect with children are welcome to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit your résumé along with a short introduction explaining:
- Your experience working with children
- Any robotics, coding, engineering, or teaching experience
- Your availability on weekday afternoons and evenings
Apply today and start inspiring young innovators this semester!
Join Las Vegas Robotics Academy and help inspire the next generation of engineers, programmers, and creative problem-solvers.
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21