After-School Instructor, TechEd

Organization: CoolTechGirls
Location: Central Ohio (local candidates only)
Compensation: $105 training stipend and $720 program teaching stipend
Time Commitment: 3-4 hours a week for 12 weekly workshops

Employment Type: Contract
Travel Required: Yes – must be able to travel to and from assigned school site(s) across Central Ohio (primarily Franklin County)

Program Overview:

Thanks to Battelle grant funding, CTG will be partnering with up to 10 schools across Central Ohio to bring STEM education to 200 students in 2026. Two instructors will work together for each cohort of about 20 students, ranging from 4th-11th grade.

• No previous tech or coding experience is required of students.
• The TechnoChallenge workshops will teach students sensor, AI, and programming technologies and possible real-world applications, with the program culminating in a final project in which students will create and present their own prototype using what they have learned to help overcome a challenge for people with disabilities or unique needs. The final project sessions include coaching, work time, and presentations.

Goals of the program:

• Students will become comfortable and consistent self-advocates.
• Students will perceive problems as opportunities.
• Students will feel capable of solving problems in their lives and in their communities.
• Students will feel inquisitive about, excited by, and familiar with STEM tools including Python and sensors.
• Students will feel an increase of empathy for people with different abilities.

Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis as applications are reviewed.

Key Responsibilities of InstructorTraining Overview

• On-demand videos and slide decks will be required for independent training of each instructor, followed by live video meetings for questions and answers with program staff
• Videos and slides are segmented by workshop/day that they will be taught and will take 2-5 hours depending on the instructor’s pacing

Program Logistics

• Maintain accurate attendance sign-in and sign-out logs
• Communication with parents and legal guardians regarding workshop schedule
• Emails, texts, or other forms of communication may be needed with various stakeholders (school leaders, families, CTG staff)

Teaching

• Provide engaging, hands-on lessons that are pre-planned by CTG staff
• Effectively and knowledgeably answer questions students ask during lessons and workshops
• Work with their co-instructor to set up, teach, and clean up each workshop
• Effective and respectful classroom management of students in your care
• Serve as a positive role model to students
• Establish routine structures for students
• Can improvise, adapt, and take initiative when needed by paying close attention to student needs

Qualifications (Required)

• Must be based in Central Ohio and able to travel independently to school sites
• Student management experience through coaching, tutoring, or teaching, preferably with a focus on facilitating STEM activities
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Age-appropriate communication skills
• Availability to work after-school afternoons and early evenings
• Ability to create a welcoming and safe environment for all students
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• This job is for U.S. citizens and permanent residents only. You will be required to provide proof of citizenship or permanent residency during the hiring process.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience working with schools, youth programs, or nonprofit organizations
• Comfort working in classroom or after-school settings
• Interest and background in STEM education and youth development
• Fluency in another language in addition to English
• Skills to support the social-emotional and behavioral needs of students
• Knowledge or experience working with diverse learning needs