Summer STEM InstructorIntern

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

MUST BE AVAILABLE MONDAY-FRIDAY FROM 8AM-5PM THROUGH AUGUST 8TH

ABOUT PROGRAM:

We are seeking enthusiastic applicants for our Summer Camp Technology Teacher and Assistant positions!

Tech Academy teaches week-long technology classes. We offer Minecraft Movie Making Video Game Design Legos and Robotics classes for students ages 6-14.

Ideal applicants for Teacher positions are college students/graduates with experience with elementary-age children or licensed teachers. Ideal applicants for Assistant positions are tech-savvy college students or those qualified for the Lead Teacher position looking for a more relaxed role in the classroom. Many of our past employees were able to use our positions to satisfy internship requirements.

Classes run in-person at North Ridge Elementary School and Chavis Community Center Monday-Friday and you will need to be available from 8 am to 5 pm from June 16th to August 15th. .

Our headquarter location is in Roseville Minnesota. We arrange to have the equipment mailed to you and you will mail the equipment back to us (at our cost).

Training and Equipment:

Before teaching or assisting teachers complete 15 hours of online training on essential camp management and leadership skills and then complete a virtual 3 hour employee orientation (done via Zoom). We provided all the equipment and curriculum needed to teach classes.

Pay:

Teachers: $15-$20 an hour

Assistants $10-$15 an hour

Prep and training: $7.25 an hour

Requirements:

Available every weekday from June 16th-August 15th between 8 am and 5 pm
Within a 45-minute drive of North Ridge Elementary School and Chavis Community Center in Raleigh NC
College Student/Graduate majoring in Engineering Computer Science Graphic or Visual Arts Video Game Design or Education
Excellent Communication Skills
Experience with Elementary age children
Valid drivers license and vehicle access
You will be required to complete a local and national background check
Be very comfortable with technology and using computers
A reliable vehicle that can transport up to 4 large plastic totes
Able to lift equipment totes weighing up to 40 pounds
You must be very punctual and reliable.
Be organized and efficient to run an effective class
You must be self-confident energetic creative and assertive enough to control a class of high energy elementary-age kids
You need to be able to work independently and communicate via email and phone with us regularly
Patient positive personality

Plusses:

Knowledge of Legos Minecraft Programming or Robotics experience
Background in tutoring/coaching kids

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing STEM curriculum for summer programs.
Provide instruction and mentorship to students in computer science and robotics.
Demonstrate leadership by managing group activities and fostering teamwork.
Communicate effectively.
Maintain a safe and organized learning environment.
Collaborate with fellow instructors to enhance the educational experience.

Job Types: Part-time Temporary Internship

Application Question(s):

Do you have any other commitments from now until August 8th 2025 that will conflict with our schedule (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm). This may include vacations summer classes or other jobs.
Do you have access to a reliable vehicle for transportation over the summer This includes enough space for 2-4 boxes of equipment.
What City State will you be living in during the summer
What was appealing about this position that made you want to apply
What is your experience with children Please include any of the following information: group size whether you were alone or with other staff age group etc.
Do you have any experience using photo-editing or video-editing software If so please describe:
Do you have any experience using Minecraft Java or Python Please explain in detail.
What is your experience with Legos or Robotics Please explain in detail.
Are you comfortable with the physical demands of transporting and setting up equipment for classes
How would you prioritize tasks and stay organized when preparing for a class
Describe a time when you had a conflict with a co-worker or peer. How did you approach the situation and resolve it
What are your plans for after summer
What is the highest year of schooling completed by the Summer of 2026 If you are not currently in school what is your highest Degree/Diploma What are you studying/what is your degree If you are currently a student when is your expected graduation date (please specify high school or college)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required)

MUST BE AVAILABLE MONDAY-FRIDAY FROM 8AM-5PM THROUGH AUGUST 8TH ABOUT PROGRAM: We are seeking enthusiastic applicants for our Summer Camp Technology Teacher and Assistant positions! Tech Academy teaches week-long technology classes. We offer Minecraft Movie Making Video Game Design Legos and Robotic...