Children's Instructor / Lego Education

Snapology is one of the best Children's Enrichment franchises in the country! Youll love our core values and curriculum. Snapologys approach is based on proven research that childrens best learning experiences come from actively creating, designing, interacting and inventing. Robust training provided! Come join our brand new Dover, NH team today!

Position:
The primary focus of a Snapology instructor (Snapologist) will be to teach Snapology programs in our Discovery Center and at partner locations. Using Lego bricks, K'nex and other technology, Snapologists are asked to promote creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while educating students on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) concepts. Curriculum, lesson plans, materials and training are provided to ensure success. Programs are conducted for children ages 2-14, although not all instructors are required to teach all age groups. Instructors must be willing to drive to partner locations in the territory - Barrington, Dover, Durham, Greenland, Lee, Madbury, Newmarket, Nottingham, Portsmouth, Rollinsford, Rye & Somersworth. This role requires internal collaboration and communication with Snapology leadership as well as representing the Snapology organization to parents & children with a high degree of professionalism.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Energetically lead groups of up to 24 students through curriculum-guided activities
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of Snapology
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies
• Adequately prepare for each program by reading curriculum, watching training videos and/or participating in face-to-face training sessions
• Professionally handle inquiries from parents regarding Snapology programs
• Encourage students & parents to enroll students in future Snapology programs
• Participate in periodic Snapology training & staff meetings, as required
• Maintain and clean Snapology inventory, Snapology equipment.

Qualifications:

• Criminal and Child Clearances must be current
• 2 or more years of experience working with children in a classroom, camp or group environment
• Education degree or teaching experience recommended but not required. Teachers pursuing a degree in education will also be considered for this position
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis

Programs:

• Weekday after-school and/or evening classes
• Weekend workshops and/or birthday parties
• Summer camps
• Special events, holiday and break workshops

Benefits Include:

• Free childcare managers/Instructors are welcome to bring age-appropriate children to the classes they teach free of charge (if class space is available).

This position is part-time. Depending on candidate availability and the time of year, Snapologists typically work between 6-30 hours per week.