Afterschool STEAM Instructor

Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Program: STEAM Inventor’s Lab: Makers & Circuits (Grades 2 5)
Schedule: Fall Afterschool 2026
Position Type: Part-Time
Compensation: $45 $65 per session

About the Role
Do you enjoy building, tinkering, and bringing creative ideas to life? We are seeking an enthusiastic instructor to lead our Inventor’s Lab program, where students explore engineering, circuitry, and hands-on invention through engaging STEAM projects.

This program encourages students to become creators rather than consumers. Through guided challenges and open-ended design activities, students will experiment with simple circuits, invent prototypes, and discover how innovation happens through trial, testing, and improvement.

Responsibilities
Lead hands-on maker and invention activities for students in Grades 2 5
Introduce basic circuitry concepts using age-appropriate materials
Encourage creativity, curiosity, and engineering thinking
Facilitate design challenges that allow students to build and improve their own creations
Foster a positive learning environment where experimentation is encouraged
Manage classroom routines, materials, and student participation
Ensure all activities are conducted safely and effectively

Qualifications
Experience with maker education, STEM programs, electronics, robotics, or engineering
Familiarity with hands-on project-based learning
Background in education, engineering, science, technology, or related fields

Requirements
Experience working with children in educational, recreational, or enrichment settings
Ability to explain concepts in a fun and accessible way
Strong organizational and classroom management skills
Reliable, punctual, and professional