What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Robotics & STEM Instructor position at SparkOn Robotics?
About SparkOn Robotics
SparkOn Robotics is a STEM based education company helping students build real-world skills through robotics, engineering design, programming, problem solving, and teamwork. Our programs follow a structured pathway from robotics foundations to advanced building, coding, and competition-oriented experiences. You don't need to be a robotics expert to join. SparkOn provides the curriculum, equipment, lesson guides, and paid instructor training — you bring energy, reliability, and a love of working with kids.
What You'll Do
- Teach hands-on robotics classes for elementary and middle school students using structured lesson plans — always alongside a co-instructor; you'll never run a room alone
- Guide students through building, block-based coding, sensors, motors, and engineering challenges
- Coach problem-solving: help students test, troubleshoot, and improve their designs rather than giving them the answers
- Keep a positive, structured, inclusive, and safe classroom where students are comfortable learning from mistakes
- Set up robotics kits, tablets, and activity stations before class and reset equipment after each session
- Share student progress and classroom updates with SparkOn leadership
- Represent SparkOn professionally with students, parents, and school staff
- Single-site shifts: you'll be assigned to one location per scheduled shift — no traveling between sites mid-shift.
What We're Looking For
- University students and early-career professionals in STEM, education, or related fields — strong candidates from any major who enjoy technology and working with children are encouraged to apply
- Hands-on experience with VEX or LEGO robotics, FIRST, Scratch, Python, tutoring, or maker projects is helpful but not required — we train you on our platforms, curriculum, and teaching approach
- Patient, energetic, and clear when explaining technical concepts to children
- Comfortable speaking to groups and balancing fun with classroom structure
- Dependable and punctual — students attend recurring programs and count on seeing the same instructors every week
Requirements
- 18 years or older and authorized to work in the U.S.
- Must pass a fingerprint-based background check (Texas DPS/FBI) - SparkOn covers the cost
- Able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule for the full program semester
- Able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs of equipment
- Reliable transportation to your assigned Cedar Park, Leander, or Northwest Austin location
Why Join SparkOn
- $17/hour with paid training — no unpaid prep expected
- Real teaching, leadership, and technical-communication experience that stands out on any STEM resume
- Work directly with robotics hardware, coding environments, and structured curriculum
- Afternoon scheduling that fits around university classes
- Growth path for strong instructors: Senior Instructor → Lead Instructor → Competition Robotics Coach → Program Coordinator
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17