Robotics Instructor

**About Us**:
Idea lab Kids Richmond Hill offers an innovative educational program designed to instill fundamental STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) concepts through the use of a proprietary curriculum. Our programs create a fun, learning environment that promote children and youth development via afterschool classes, camps, workshops, and birthday party experiences. Enrichment at Idea Lab Kids allows children to explore project and design-based learning while discovering their creativity, expanding their imagination, and developing essential critical-thinking skills.

If you are interested in this part-time position, please submit your resume. You are not required to be proficient in both robotics and coding, but you must have experience in at least one.

**We are currently hiring for**:

- LEGO Robotics Afterschool Instuctor (Wednesdays 4:45-6:15pm)

**Responsibilities**:

- Providing supervision while delivering the IDEA Lab curriculum (curriculum is designed for you).
- Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service.
- Executing emergency procedures as needed.
- Ensuring safety and well-being of all students.
- Maintains cleanliness and safety in classrooms, multi-purpose area, storage areas, restrooms, etc.
- Working at on-site locations as required.
- Working at off-site and/ or online as required.
- This position may require after school hours (4-6pm) and may require weekend hours for birthday parties, workshops, and occasional hours for camp, an open house, training, etc.
- Communicates program needs continuously with Campus Director.
- Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the school at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- At least 1-year experience in a similar role or position.
- Teaching or child-care experience.
- Passion for working with children.
- Proficient in various coding languages and platforms (e.g., Scratch, Scratch Jr., Roblox, Minecraft [Java], Python)
- Proficient in LEGO WeDo kits, LEGO EV3s, Arduinos, or similar robotics systems
- Knowledgeable of group work & facilitation, conflict resolution & behaviour management.
- Flexible regarding time & availability.
- Ability to work independently.
- Current Standard First Aid / CPR-C certification, or willingness to obtain.
- Current Vulnerable Sector Screening.

**Offering**:

- Work with a young team and friendly environment.
- Opportunity to gain experience.
- Training and mentor support.
- Keywords_: science, technology, engineering, math, art, robotics, coding, child, teacher, instructor

**Job Types**: Part-time, Temporary, Casual

**Salary**: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

**Salary**: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Do you have reliable transportation to our location in Richmond Hill?

**Experience**:

- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
- Robotics: 1 year (preferred)