STEM Instructor (Part-Time) – After-School Programs

Robotics - Artificial Intelligence - Circuits - Drones

Location: Alexandria, VA and surrounding communities

Compensation: $35–$45 Per Instructional Hour

Organization: Fly Minds

Fly Minds is seeking passionate STEM Instructors to deliver engaging after-school STEM programs for elementary and middle school students throughout the academic year.

If you enjoy working with youth and helping students discover the excitement of science, technology, engineering, and innovation, we would love to hear from you.

Program Areas

• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Circuits
• Drones
• Engineering Design Challenges
• Emerging Technologies

Schedule

• Weekday afternoons
• Approximately 5–6 one-hour sessions per week
• Multiple school and community locations available
• Flexible assignments based on instructor availability

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on STEM instruction
• Create an inclusive and positive learning environment
• Encourage creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving
• Monitor student participation and progress
• Support STEM showcases and community events as needed

QualificationsRequired

• Minimum two years of experience working with youth
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass required background checks
• Passion for STEM education

Preferred

• Licensed teacher or retired educator
• STEM professional, engineer, or military veteran
• Experience teaching robotics, coding, engineering, drones, AI, or related STEM subjects
• Experience leading after-school or enrichment programs

Compensation

$35–$45 per instructional hour

Most programs meet once per week for 5–6 weeks. Instructors may teach at one location or accept multiple assignments throughout the school year.

Why Join Fly Minds?

✔ Flexible part-time schedule

✔ Competitive compensation

✔ Meaningful impact on youth

✔ Exciting hands-on STEM curriculum

✔ Opportunities for additional teaching assignments and special events

✔ Join a growing nonprofit organization serving youth since 2016

About Fly Minds

Founded in 2016, Fly Minds inspires young minds through education, exploration, and growing opportunities for youth. Our programs help students develop the confidence, skills, and curiosity needed to succeed in an increasingly technology-driven world.

Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis and positions will remain open until filled.

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location: In person