STEM Teaching Internship - Paid After-School Position

Employer DroneTogether
Location Austin, Texas
Type Part-time and Internship
Compensation $18 - $35

Job Description

STEM and Drone Flying Teacher: Paid Intern for DroneTogether

Come try something new and fun this year with DroneTogether!

We are a STEM-based kids enrichment company, and we are looking for an energetic person interested in helping teach/instruct drone flying and STEM Robotics enrichment classes during the school year. We are fortunate to teach at some of the best public and independent schools in the area, offering students a very unique learning experience.

This is a great opportunity for teachers, education students, retirees, or anyone who enjoys working with children and wants to make a meaningful impact while earning extra income. Our students have a blast in our innovative and fun flying program and we hope it creates a sense of curiosity in STEM learning that will last for years to come.

Position Details

• Part-time position (typically 4-8 hours per week)

• Programs meet one afternoon each week on a consistent day throughout the semester/school year

• Classes are held on-site at local schools

• Paid training provided before the season begins

• Interns can become Lead Teachers after one finishing their first season. Lead Teachers make up to $35/hour.

No drone experience? No problem! We provide both virtual and in-person training to prepare all instructors for success. Many of our new instructors tell us they enjoy learning something completely new while gaining the confidence to teach it.

Responsibilities:

• Must work well with elementary aged children

• Responsible and Organized

• Reliable transportation

• Background check and FBI fingerprinting are required

• CPR/First Aid certification may be needed

• Reliable email, text and phone communication

• Experience with drone flying is a bonus, but not necessary

• Teaching/Class Management experience is preferred

OUR MISSION:

The mission of DroneTogether is to offer a learning environment that is innovative and interactive; one that makes STEM learning as fun as possible to help keep young learners curious in this growing field of education.

DroneTogether aims to bring drone flying to the masses by bringing the flying experience to the customer, providing easy to understand teaching and guidance, and creating a supportive and collaborative environment in which they can have fun taking on new challenges.

DroneTogether Motto: Bringing the future to people...today.

Diversity Statement of Purpose

DroneTogether is a family-based learning community. We understand that the strength and resiliency of our community stems from our commitment to:

• See, hear, respect and treat all individuals with dignity and equality

• Honor each individual's unique perspective

• Develop the knowledge, understanding and skill necessary to engage with and respond to the needs of an ever changing and evolving society

• Teach young people the value of empathy and caring for others

Teaching Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation:

• Attend required training sessions

• Maintains equipment in proper condition

• DroneTogether uniform is worn to each session

• Arrives at least 15 minutes early for each session for class set up

• Assist the Lead Teacher by having the attendance sheet or roster ready for check in and check out

Teaching:

• Ensures the safety and well-being of every child, first and foremost.

• Follow proper on site protocol for each location, as provided by supervisor and/or site director: most importantly is the pick up and drop off of each student.

• Assist the Lead Teacher to follow the proper daily DroneTogether plan.

• Use Growth Mindset language to guide students through challenges.

Communication/Administration:

• Communicates in a timely fashion with the supervisor about any changes, challenges, or important information / concerns.

• Distribute marketing materials at the location when necessary.

• Use an easy cell phone app to clock in and clock out of every scheduled session.

Are you looking for an exciting part-time summer job that helps young people develop 21st century skills?

Are you passionate about education and the joy of seeing kids learn?

Come join our team and start bringing the future to young people…today!

Find out more at www.dronetogether.com

Pay: $18.00 - $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person