Robotics Instructor

Robotics Instructor (Part-Time)

CPT / OPT Support Available

Location: San Francisco / Mountain View / Oakland
Schedule: Weekday after school (3:30–4:30 PM) and/or Saturdays (2:00–5:00 PM)
Position Type: Part-time / Contract
CPT / OPT: ✅ Support available (school authorization required)

About the Role

We are a robotics and STEM education company working with local schools to deliver hands-on after-school robotics programs for elementary and middle school students.

We are currently hiring part-time Robotics Instructors to support our weekday after-school classes and weekend workshops across the Bay Area. This position is a great fit for candidates who enjoy working with children and are interested in robotics, engineering, education, or STEM outreach.

We are able to support CPT / OPT authorization and can provide the required employment documentation, subject to school approval.

Responsibilities

Teach hands-on robotics and basic coding classes to students (grades 1–5)

Guide students through building and programming robot kits

Support classroom management and maintain a positive, engaging learning environment

Follow lesson plans, class procedures, and safety guidelines

Communicate with program coordinators regarding schedules and class needs

Requirements

Interest in robotics, STEM, or working with children

Reliable, patient, and responsible

Comfortable communicating in English in a classroom setting

Able to commit to at least one consistent weekly time slot

Eligible for CPT or OPT authorization (if applicable)

Prior teaching or robotics experience is a plus, but training will be provided.

Schedule Options (Examples)

San Francisco : Tuesday–Friday, 3:30–4:30 PM

Mountain View: Wednesday–Thursday, 3:30–4:30 PM

Oakland: Saturdays, 2:00–5:00 PM

Candidates may apply for one or multiple time slots.

Why Join Us

CPT / OPT support available (documentation provided)

Flexible, part-time schedule ideal for students or recent graduates

Hands-on teaching experience in robotics and STEM education

Supportive team with structured curriculum and training

Meaningful work making a real impact in classrooms

How to Apply

Please apply through Handshake or email to info@littlefire.io. Selected candidates will be contacted for a brief chat via Google Chat or video call.