What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM After School Instructor position at Nexplore?
About Nexplore: www.nexploreusa.com
Nexplore is a national enrichment service provider with a mission to foster the joy of learning through 80 STEAM, Life Skills, and Fitness solutions offered as after school, in-school, and summer programs. Currently, Nexplore proudly offers programs at over 1000 sites across 10 US states, equitably serving thousands of students as evidenced by our 5-star Google review.
Nexplore Instructor Role:
The Nexplore Instructor is responsible for consistently delivering high-quality, in-person STEM, Art, Life Skills and/or Fitness' instruction to foster the joy of learning. Supplied with training, lesson plans, curriculum, and materials, the Nexplore Instructor is responsible for preparing for instruction and teaching students in grades PreK-12 (varies based on assignment). They will report to a Program Success Manager.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Consistency - Follow a provided schedule, arrive on time and prepared to teach (must review lesson plans and materials prior to instruction), and maintain compliance with site expectations.
-Competence - Deliver meaningful, standard-aligned instruction that cultivates critical thinking, problem solving, and joy in the learning process. Manage all supplied instructional materials.
-Communication - Engage in professional, responsive, effective communication with Nexplore Program Success Manager and site personnel.
-Creativity - Deliver inspiring instruction from Nexplore’s collection of 60 programs, administering accommodations and extensions, as relevant.
-Community - Participate in family engagement efforts (welcome letters, showcases, etc.) and empower each and every child to meaningfully access and engage in Nexplore programs.
Qualifications:
-Part-time position
-AA Degree (or higher)
-2 years teaching/instructing (preferred)
-Experience working with children
-Educational (development or training) experience
-Teaching degree or certificate is a PLUS!
-Must commit to the full proposed schedule
-Great communication and presentation skills
Requirements:
-Reliable transportation
-Willing to complete mandatory training
-Willing to complete a background check and fingerprints (reimbursement available after 8 weeks of classes are completed)
Schedule Details:
- Site address(s): Ann Arbor 48105
- Day(s): Monday-Friday
- Class time(s) between : 3:00PM-5:00PM
- Program: STEM
- Grade level: K-5th
- Class date(s):January- March
Compensation: $60/class
Compensation is per class or assignment (mini camp, field trip, etc.)
Why Join Nexplore:In addition to joining a rapidly growing national educational enrichment service organization, you will be supporting youth to foster a joy of learning and strengthen their 21st century life skills. You will join a team of passionate educators and professionals to strengthen our program offerings and organizational impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a mission-aligned teacher looking to grow professionally and equitably impact education services locally.
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Nexplore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $60.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What is your availability?
- Are you available for this schedule?
- If you’re comfortable, please share your zip code to better help us match you with a site schedule.
- Willing to complete a Live Scan?
- Negative TB Test in the last 5 years?
- What grade level are you comfortable with?
- Which Nexplore Program types most excite you to teach? (Science & Engineering, Digital Tech, Art, Life Skills, & Fitness)
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Teaching: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60
