*Job description:*
Are you a teacher who has a passion for Roblox, Minecraft and coding? We are looking for passionate and highly motivated teachers who can work one-on-one with elementary and middle school students, focusing on Roblox, Minecraft, and coding.
This position is in-person and located in Atherton, California.
*We are Aspen Learning Lab:*
Our goal at Aspen Learning Lab is to inspire students to love learning through hands-on activities, curiosity, and positive reinforcement while meeting social, emotional, and academic milestones.
We are looking for creative teachers who have the ability to problem solve and think critically!
*We are looking for educators who:*
- Demonstrate a deep knowledge in Roblox, Minecraft, and coding
- Curate and facilitate engaging curriculum
- Are passionate about empowering students to grow both emotionally and academically
- Love learning and want to share that knowledge with students
- Utilize best practices and methods to connect and develop a relationship with students and families
- Thrive working as a team
- Are comfortable leading with ideas, lesson planning, and curriculum
- Demonstrate a passion for teaching and commitment to student success
*Responsibilities:*
- Collaborate with team to develop effective teaching strategies
- Curate engaging, student-led curriculum
- Foster a positive and engaging learning environment
- Create lesson plans and instructional materials tailored to student's needs
- Integrate hands-on, project-based learning activities to make topics come to life
- Employ a variety of educational techniques
- Utilize informal and formal assessments to monitor and assess student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly
- Provide weekly updates on student progress
- Help student build their social and emotional competencies and self-esteem and confidence
- Collaborate with other educators/team members
*Skills:*
- Strong knowledge of the subject matter being taught
- Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of individual students
- Knowledge of current educational trends, best practices, and technology tools
- Patience and understanding when working with students who may be struggling with the material
- Strong organizational skills
*Requirements:*
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a classroom teacher or tutor
-Understanding of Roblox and Minecraft games
- Must be based in the Palo Alto, CA area
*To Apply:*
Please submit your resume and cover letter and answer the following questions:
- What makes you an ideal candidate?
- What sets you apart from other educators in your field?
- What subjects do you enjoy teaching? What is your expertise?
- Have you ever worked with students who have learning challenges?
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $80.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Retirement plan
Schedule:
* 4 hour shift
* Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus opportunities
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Atherton, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
* Tutoring: 2 years (Required)
* Roblox and/or coding: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person