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Lead STEM and Robotics Instructor

Are you passionate about STEM education, robotics, and inspiring the next generation of innovators? EcoRobotik is seeking a full-time Lead STEM & Robotics Instructor (Curriculum Development) to teach engaging robotics and engineering classes while helping develop and improve our hands-on STEM curriculum.

This position combines classroom instruction, curriculum development, competition coaching, and educational leadership. The ideal candidate enjoys working with students, creating engaging learning experiences, and helping a growing STEM education company expand its impact.

Responsibilities

  • Teach robotics, coding, engineering, and STEM classes for students of various ages and skill levels.
  • Develop and improve hands-on, project-based curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
  • Create engaging learning experiences using robotics, programming, engineering, and maker technologies.
  • Coach and mentor students participating in robotics competitions, STEM challenges, and special events.
  • Adapt lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners and varying experience levels.
  • Communicate professionally with parents regarding student progress and program updates.
  • Collaborate with team members to maintain high-quality educational programs.
  • Assist with camps, workshops, outreach events, and special STEM programs.
  • Continuously improve curriculum based on student outcomes, feedback, and program goals.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience teaching, coaching, or facilitating STEM, robotics, coding, engineering, or youth education programs in classroom, camp, workshop, tutoring, homeschool, or after-school settings.
  • Experience developing lesson plans, instructional materials, training resources, or educational curriculum.
  • Understanding of instructional design principles and curriculum development for students of varying ages, skill levels, and learning styles.
  • Working knowledge of robotics, engineering, and programming concepts using platforms such as Arduino, Micro:bit, LEGO Spike, VEX, Scratch, Blockly, Python, C++, or similar technologies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in an engaging and age-appropriate manner.
  • Strong classroom management, presentation, and student engagement skills.
  • Comfortable communicating professionally with parents, students, and staff.
  • Highly organized, collaborative, creative, and passionate about STEM education and hands-on learning.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and continuously improve curriculum based on student outcomes and feedback.
  • Must be eligible to obtain or currently possess an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Engineering, Computer Science, Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field preferred.

Equivalent experience teaching robotics, STEM, coding, engineering, or technology programs will also be considered.

Why Join EcoRobotik?

  • Small class sizes and hands-on STEM learning
  • Creative freedom to develop and improve curriculum
  • Opportunity to coach robotics competition teams
  • Work with motivated homeschool and after-school students
  • Leadership and growth opportunities within a growing STEM education company
  • Make a direct impact on the next generation of innovators

This position is ideal for an educator who enjoys both teaching and curriculum development and is interested in growing into a leadership role.

Technologies & Platforms

Arduino Micro:bit LEGO Spike Prime VEX IQ Scratch Blockly Python C++ Tinkercad 3D Printing Raspberry Pi

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly Rate: $22.00–$26.00 per hour (based on experience)
  • Arizona Paid Sick Time accrued in accordance with state law
  • Health insurance benefits available after eligibility period
  • Simple IRA retirement plan with employer contribution after eligibility period
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Schedule note: This full-time position requires a non-traditional schedule aligned with student availability, including mid-afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays.

Hours may vary during camps, school breaks, and seasonal programming.

We are looking for an enthusiastic educator who enjoys hands-on learning, robotics, engineering, and inspiring young innovators. If you are passionate about STEM education and want to help shape the future of a growing robotics learning center, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person