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Part-time Arduino Instructor (Local Candidate Only)

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About the Role

Creators Lab is seeking a passionate and engaging Arduino Instructor to teach hands-on electronics, coding, and physical computing to students ages 10–17. This role focuses on making technology fun, approachable, and creative through project-based learning.

Students will build real-world projects such as interactive sensors, simple robots, and smart devices using Arduino.

Responsibilities

  • Teach beginner to intermediate Arduino concepts (circuits, sensors, coding)
  • Guide students through hands-on projects (e.g., LED systems, motion sensors, mini robots)
  • Introduce basic programming concepts using Arduino (C/C++-based)
  • Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
  • Help students troubleshoot hardware and code issues
  • Encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork
  • Prepare lesson plans and materials for each session
  • Support student projects for demos, showcases, or competitions

Example Projects You May Teach

  • LED light patterns and reaction-time games
  • Temperature and humidity sensors
  • Motion-detection alarms
  • Simple robotics (line-following or obstacle avoidance)
  • Wearable tech or smart home prototypes

Qualifications

  • Experience with Arduino (Uno, Nano, or similar boards)
  • Basic electronics knowledge (breadboards, resistors, sensors)
  • Familiarity with Arduino IDE and programming fundamentals
  • Experience teaching, mentoring, or working with kids/teens (preferred)
  • Strong communication and patience with beginners
  • Ability to simplify technical concepts into engaging lessons

Nice to Have

  • Experience with ESP32 or Raspberry Pi
  • Background in robotics, IoT, or engineering
  • Experience with project-based or design-thinking education
  • Familiarity with tools like Tinkercad Circuits or Micro:bit

Schedule & Format

  • Part-time (afterschool, weekends, or summer camps)
  • Typical sessions: 1.5–3 hours
  • Small class sizes (8–15 students)

Experience:

  • working with Arduino: 1 year (Required)

Location:

  • Millbrae, CA 94030 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Millbrae, CA 94030 (Required)

Work Location: In person