ABOUT US
Big Brainbox is a dynamic, fast-growing startup on a mission to empower every child to succeed in life with confidence and purpose. We’re not just another education company—we’re building a bold, innovative ecosystem that brings Hands-on, Dynamic, and Holistic Learning to transform how students learn and thrive.
As a startup, we embrace agility, creativity, and collaboration, giving our team the unique opportunity to shape the future of education from the ground up. Our offerings include academic programs, camps, curriculum publishing, EdTech solutions, and financial planning services for families—creating a holistic approach to lifelong learning.
Joining Big Brainbox means career growth, leadership development, and entrepreneurial impact—your ideas can directly influence the company’s direction and success. If you’re passionate about making an impact and want to grow with a company that values vision, inclusivity, and innovation, Big Brainbox is the place for you.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking Instructional Support Specialists who are passionate about STEM education and inclusive learning to assist in teaching during camps, workshops, and after-school programs. This role combines student support, tutoring, and instructional assistance with hands-on STEM activities such as coding, robotics, engineering projects, and science experiments.
Ideal candidates will have experience with FIRST LEGO League (FLL), FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), or similar robotics competitions, and hands-on project experience in chemistry and biology is highly desirable. If you enjoy working with students, building exciting projects, and inspiring curiosity through technology and science, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
STEM Instruction & Support
- Assist in delivering coding, robotics, and engineering workshops for K–8 students.
- Support hands-on projects in chemistry, biology, and applied science during camps and classroom sessions.
- Help students with robotics programming, mechanical design, and troubleshooting during competitions and projects.
- Provide individualized and small-group instruction in core subjects and STEM activities.
Student Support
- Assist students with academic tasks, social skills development, and classroom participation.
- Support students with IEPs or 504 plans using adaptive strategies and positive reinforcement.
Instructional Assistance
- Collaborate with lead teachers to prepare and deliver lessons.
- Support teachers in developing lesson concepts and detailed lesson plans for camps, workshops, and classroom sessions.
- Adapt materials and resources to meet diverse learning needs.
- Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, and breaks.
Tutoring
- Offer targeted tutoring in literacy, math, and STEM subjects to K–12 students.
- Use evidence-based strategies to reinforce concepts and improve student performance.
Classroom Management
- Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
- Assist with classroom organization, inventory management, and activity setup.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and sanitation procedures.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and administrators to support student success.
- Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers as directed by lead teachers.
- Participate in team meetings and professional development sessions.
Experience & Qualifications
- High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, STEM, or related field preferred.
- Prior experience working with children in educational or STEM settings.
- Hands-on experience with robotics platforms (LEGO EV3, SPIKE Prime, VEX, etc.) and coding languages (Scratch, Python, or similar).
- Familiarity with FLL, FTC, or other robotics competitions is highly desirable.
- Experience with chemistry and biology projects is a strong plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Flexible schedule.
- Employee Discounts Through ADP.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Access to cutting-edge STEM tools and technology.
- Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
- PTO (Full Time/Exempt Only)
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives. If you are passionate about teaching and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
We offer competitive rewards including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, compensation may be revised on periodic basis in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. For those in eligible roles, discretionary incentive compensation may be awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include travel reimbursement, financial coaching, paid time off and more. Additional details of benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs.
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