Launch Math + Science Centers

Lead STEM Instructor

Launch Math + Science Centers  •  $27.50/hr  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Lead STEM Instructor – NYC (On-Site)

Launch Math + Science Centers
Site Location:
173 W 81st Street, New York, NY 10024
Type: Part-Time, 25 hours/week
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 1:15 PM - 6:15 PM (Peak Program Hours)
Compensation: $22.50 - $27.50 per hour (based on experience), plus discretionary annual performance-based bonus
Reports to: Assistant Director


Launch Math + Science Centers is looking for a motivated Lead STEM Instructor to be the face of Launch’s afterschool programs. This is a "Player-Coach" role perfect for an educator or a recent STEM graduate looking to gain management experience. This team member supervises and leads Launch’s exciting science, technology, engineering, and math programs while also ensuring that the daily operations run smoothly, including executing student check-ins, organizing materials, and supporting the teaching staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Site Readiness: Arrive to review daily rosters, set up technology, prepare math assignments, organize STEM class materials (“kits"), and ensure the center is clean and professional.
  • Flow Management: Manage and execute the student check-in/out process, serving as the main point of contact for parents at the door.
  • Active Instruction: Lead Launch’s math enrichment program and STEM classes for Pre-K to 8th grade students, ensuring that every child is entertained, engaged, and learning.
  • Daily Problem-Solving: Act as the first responder for site needs, such as missing materials or student behavior, escalating complex issues to the Assistant Director.

WHY LAUNCH?

We are a team of educators and “doers." We value high energy, curiosity, and a "no task is too small" attitude. If you are looking to work in a place where your impact is visible every single day, we want to meet you.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree (completed or in-progress) in a STEM field or Education.
  • Experience: 1+ year of experience working with kids (tutoring, camp, or classroom). Previous experience as a "Head Counselor" or "Lead Tutor" is a major plus.
  • Soft Skills: High energy, extremely punctual, and able to multitask during busy transition periods.
  • Tech Savvy: Comfortable using laptops and tablets and simple database tools to track student progress.

Benefits

  • Hourly compensation: $22.50 - $27.50 (based on experience), plus discretionary annual performance-based bonus
  • Baseline 25 hour workweek, overtime eligible for 40+
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
Launch Math + Science Centers

About Launch Math + Science Centers

Launch Math + Science Centers provide toddlers to tweens with inspiring math instruction and STEM-based camps and classes.

Launch provides inspiring and effective mathematics instruction by merging innovative curriculum with an engaging learning environment to foster appreciation and generate excitement for mathematics. Designed for kids ranging from toddlers to tweens, Launch’s unique programs spark each child’s intrinsic desire to learn.

Launch also offer exciting and educational STEM camps and classes for kids from Pre-K to 8th grade. Children code animations, explore rocket science, create chemical reactions, program autonomous robots – and that is just the very beginning. All campers get to keep their projects so that the fun continues at home!

Real-life rocket scientist, Scott Heifetz, founded Launch Math & Science Centers with one mission in mind: Inspire children to love and learn math and science. Launch- Real World Math & Science…Out of This World Fun!

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Year Founded
2007
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