After-School STEM Instructor; Part-Time

After
- School STEM Instructor (Part
- Time)

Job Title: After
- School STEM Instructor (Part
- Time)

Pay: $50.00 per class session (90- inute class + logistics)

Location: Chicago Near West Side (Humboldt Park, Logan Square, West Loop, Bucktown, Lincoln Park)

About Us: Young Engineers Near West offers hands- n engineering enrichment programs for elementary students (ages –12). We use LEGO- ompatible building kits to teach kids the physics and mechanics behind the machines they love—like transmissions, centrifugal force, and gear ratios.

The Role: We are looking for energetic instructors to lead our classes using our pre-set curriculum and lesson plans. This is an ideal part- ime role for educators, retirees, or professionals looking for meaningful, flexible work.

• Teach & Build: Lead a 90- inute workshop where you relate STEM concepts to everyday life (like how a bicycle gear works) and guide students as they build motorized models.
• Manage the Room: Use strong classroom management skills to create a fun, safe, and structured learning environment. You will often work with a classroom assistant to help with the students.
• Capture Memories: Take short photos or videos of the students' completed models to share with parents.
• Logistics: Pick up the classroom materials (3 medium carrying cases with portable dolly cart) from our central storage in 60622 before class, transport them to the school, and return them to the storage unit after class.

• Term- ased: Unlike a one- ff gig, this role requires consistency. You must be able to commit to the same weekly shift for the duration of the school term (8–12 weeks).
• Schedule:
  After School: Monday–Friday between 3:00  and 6:00 .
• Weekends: Saturday/Sunday shifts available between 10:00  and 4:00 .
• You can choose to work just 1 shift a week or up to 5+ shifts a week depending on your availability.
• Training: We provide comprehensive paid training (approx. 4–5 hours) to get you certified in our curriculum.

• Reliable Vehicle: You must have a car with a standard trunk/backseat to transport the class materials. (
  
  Note:
  
  Public transit, bikes, or motorcycles are not feasible for transport).
• Experience: Previous experience working with groups of children (ages –12) in a classroom, camp, or coaching setting is required.
• Skills: Strong classroom management skills and the ability to keep students on task.
• Availability: Must be available during the class windows listed above.
• Background Check: Must pass a background check to work in schools.

• $50 Flat Rate per Class: This rate covers the class time, setup/breakdown, and kit pickup/drop- ff.
• Paid Training: Initial training hours are compensated.

Watch a short video of our students building and learning here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./yecnwjob