STEM Enrichment Teacher – Game Development, Coding & Robotics
eSTEAMED Academy & Maker Space | Powered by Code 4 Hood Edu
Part-Time | Afterschool Programs | Sacramento Area
Pay: $50/hour or $100 per 2-hour class session
eSTEAMED Academy & Maker Space is seeking an energetic and dependable STEM Enrichment Teacher to lead hands-on afterschool programs in game development, coding, robotics, and technology for elementary and middle school students.
This is a great opportunity for educators, STEM professionals, college graduates, programmers, gamers, robotics enthusiasts, and youth development professionals who enjoy helping young people learn through building, creating, experimenting, and problem-solving.
You do not need to be an expert in every platform we use. We are looking for someone who has a strong STEM foundation, enjoys working with youth, is comfortable learning new technology, and can confidently lead a structured classroom.
What You’ll Do
As a STEM Enrichment Teacher, you will:
- Lead engaging, hands-on afterschool STEM classes for elementary and middle school students
- Teach introductory and intermediate concepts in coding, game development, robotics, engineering, and technology
- Guide students through projects where they design, build, code, test, troubleshoot, and improve their creations
- Help students develop problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, communication, and critical-thinking skills
- Follow eSTEAMED Academy curriculum, lesson plans, and project guides
- Prepare equipment and materials before each class and ensure materials are properly stored after class
- Manage a classroom of up to 20 students
- Maintain a positive, safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
- Encourage students with different skill levels and learning styles
- Track attendance and submit brief session notes or program updates
- Communicate professionally with eSTEAMED Academy staff and school/site coordinators
- Participate in required instructor training and program meetings
Technology & Platforms
Depending on the class assignment, instructors may work with platforms and tools such as:
- Scratch
- Microsoft MakeCode Arcade
- Minecraft Education / MakeCode
- Roblox Studio
- Godot
- GameMaker
- Unreal Engine – introductory level
- VEX IQ Robotics
- VEX V5 Robotics
- LEGO robotics and engineering platforms
- Block-based coding and introductory Python/C++ concepts
- Additional STEM and maker technologies introduced through our programs
You are not required to have experience with every platform listed. Training and curriculum support are provided.
Schedule
- Part-time, in-person position
- Afterschool hours, generally between 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM
- Approximately 2–3 days per week
- Approximately 4–6 instructional hours per week
- Schedule may vary based on school-site assignments
- Additional teaching hours may become available as programs expand
Candidates should have reliable availability during scheduled program hours for the duration of their assigned session.
Compensation
- $50 per instructional hour OR $100 per 2-hour class session
- $25 monthly cell phone stipend
- Paid training
- Curriculum and lesson plans provided
- Opportunities for additional classes, camps, workshops, special events, and future program growth
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Experience working with children or youth in a school, camp, tutoring, recreation, mentoring, afterschool, or similar setting
- General knowledge or experience in at least one area of STEM, such as coding, robotics, engineering, game development, computer science, or technology
- Comfortable using computers, web-based applications, and educational technology
- Ability and willingness to learn new STEM platforms and curriculum
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage and engage a group of students
- Dependable, punctual, organized, and professional
- Ability to work independently at assigned school or community sites
- Reliable transportation to assigned program locations
Preferred Qualifications
We especially encourage candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
- Teaching coding, robotics, engineering, or game development
- VEX IQ or VEX V5 Robotics
- Scratch or Microsoft MakeCode
- Roblox Studio
- Godot or GameMaker
- Unreal Engine
- Python or C++
- Computer science or software development
- Engineering or technology
- K–12 education
- Afterschool or expanded-learning programs
- Youth development or recreation programs
- Classroom or behavior management
A degree in education, computer science, engineering, technology, or a related field is welcomed but not required if the candidate has relevant experience.
Required Training & Clearances
Selected candidates must complete or provide required program clearances before beginning independent instruction, including:
- DOJ/FBI Live Scan Background Check
- Current TB clearance
- Mandated Reporter Training
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Code of Conduct and youth safety training
- eSTEAMED Academy Instructor Boot Camp and program orientation
Additional school district or partner-site requirements may apply.
Who We’re Looking For
Our strongest instructors are people who can make STEM exciting and approachable.
You should enjoy working with young people, be comfortable facilitating hands-on activities, and be willing to help students work through mistakes rather than simply giving them the answer.
We value instructors who are:
- Enthusiastic and engaging
- Patient with young learners
- Comfortable troubleshooting technology
- Creative and solution-oriented
- Able to maintain classroom structure
- Reliable and responsive
- Excited about helping youth discover future opportunities in STEM
Why Join eSTEAMED Academy?
At eSTEAMED Academy & Maker Space, powered by Code 4 Hood Edu, we create hands-on learning experiences that expose young people to technology, engineering, creativity, and real-world STEM career pathways.
Our programs give students opportunities to move beyond simply using technology and become creators, builders, programmers, designers, and problem-solvers.
As part of our instructional team, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Inspire the next generation of innovators and technology professionals
- Build experience in STEM education and youth development
- Teach using engaging, project-based curriculum
- Gain exposure to multiple STEM platforms and technologies
- Work with a supportive, mission-driven team
- Make a direct impact on students in the Sacramento community
- Grow into additional teaching, lead instructor, camp, robotics, and program opportunities
Apply Today
If you enjoy technology, gaming, coding, robotics, teaching, and working with youth, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and highlight any experience you have working with youth, teaching STEM, coding, robotics, gaming, engineering, or technology.
Work Location: In person – Sacramento area school and community sites
Job Type: Part-time
Relevant Keywords:
STEM Teacher | STEM Instructor | Coding Instructor | Robotics Instructor | Game Development Instructor | STEAM Teacher | Afterschool Teacher | Youth Program Instructor | VEX Robotics | Scratch | Roblox Studio | Microsoft MakeCode | STEM Education | Part-Time Teaching
Pay: From $50.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
