After School STEAM Instructor - Snapology
Harvard
After School STEAM Instructor - Snapology
Part Time • Harvard
After-School STEAM Instructor
Snapology of Harvard, MA
Pay:
Lead Instructor: $30/hour
Assistant Instructor: $20/hour
About the Role
Snapology of Harvard is hiring enthusiastic, reliable, and engaging Lead and Assistant STEAM Instructors for our Fall 2026 programs. Classes begin in late September and early October and take place at schools and community locations throughout the area.
Our programs give children the opportunity to explore robotics, engineering, LEGO® building, coding, science, and technology through fun, hands-on activities.
We are looking for instructors who can make a consistent commitment to a weekly class series. Children benefit from having a familiar, trusted adult leading their class each week, so instructors are expected to stay with their assigned course through the end of the session. Bonuses will be available to instructors who successfully complete the full series assigned to them.
Fall 2026 Instructor Opportunities
We currently have opportunities for weekly classes and workshops in:
Harvard- Framingham
- Sudbury
- Watertown
- Lincoln
- Marlborough
- Surrounding communities
Opportunities may include morning, afternoon, and evening classes, as well as occasional workshops and special programs.
Our current recurring after-school needs include:
Tuesdays – Watertown- Wednesdays – Watertown
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Thursdays – Lincoln
Most after-school classes are 90 minutes to 2 hours and typically begin between 2:00–3:00 PM, depending on the school and program.
We are especially interested in instructors who have availability across multiple days or times and can reliably travel to our program locations.
What You’ll Do
As a Snapology Instructor or Assistant Instructor, you will:
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Lead or assist hands-on STEAM programs for children ages 5–12 - Guide students through robotics, engineering, coding, LEGO® building, and STEM challenges
- Encourage creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and curiosity
- Create a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment
- Manage classroom behavior and keep students engaged
- Follow Snapology curriculum while bringing your own enthusiasm and personality to the classroom
- Prepare for classes through training and curriculum review
- Communicate professionally with Snapology staff, school partners, and families
- For Lead Instructors: prepare, transport, and organize program materials
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for dependable, energetic instructors who:
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Enjoy working with children and creating a fun learning environment - Have experience leading groups of children
- Have strong classroom management skills (required for Lead Instructors; not required for Assistant Instructors)
- Are patient, responsible, organized, and communicative
- Can commit to completing an entire assigned class series
- Are comfortable learning and teaching STEM concepts
- Can travel reliably to program locations
- Are enthusiastic about LEGO®, robotics, science, engineering, or technology
Teaching experience is not required. Experience as a teacher, camp counselor, tutor, coach, babysitter, youth leader, or similar role is valuable.
Lead Instructor vs. Assistant Instructor
Lead Instructors are responsible for taking primary responsibility for the class, including classroom management, curriculum delivery, preparation, and materials.
Assistant Instructors work alongside the Lead Instructor to support activities, student engagement, classroom management, and setup/cleanup. Previous classroom management or group leadership experience is not required for Assistant Instructor positions.
Requirements
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Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license - Experience working with children
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to commit to an assigned weekly class series
- Must pass a CORI background check and complete required child safety training
- Ability to lift and transport program materials for Lead Instructor positions
- STEM, education, or teaching experience is a plus, but training is provided
Additional Fall Opportunities
In addition to recurring weekly classes, there will be opportunities to pick up additional hours through:
Morning classes- Afternoon classes
- Evening classes
- Half-day workshops
- Full-day programs
- School vacation programs
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Weekend workshops and events
These opportunities will be offered primarily in Harvard, Framingham, Sudbury, Marlborough, and surrounding communities.
What You’ll Gain
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Hands-on teaching and classroom leadership experience - Experience with STEM, robotics, engineering, and technology education
- Training and support from the Snapology team
- A fun and creative work environment
- The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students
- Flexible opportunities to pick up additional hours
Work Locations
Programs take place at schools and community locations throughout Harvard, Framingham, Sudbury, Watertown, Lincoln, Marlborough, and surrounding Massachusetts communities.
How to Apply
If you enjoy working with kids and are excited about STEM, robotics, LEGO®, and hands-on learning, we'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume to:
Naomi.ahuja@snapology.com
In your application, please include:
- Your location (town/city)
- Your weekly availability, including days and times you are available
- Whether you are interested in morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend opportunities
- Whether you are interested in a Lead Instructor, Assistant Instructor, or either position
- Your classroom management experience (not required for Assistant Instructor applicants)
We look forward to hearing from you!
Compensation: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour
Snapology is the #1 STEAM enrichment franchise in the country! You’ll love our core values and curriculum. Snapology’s approach is based on proven research that children’s best learning experiences come from actively creating, designing, interacting and inventing. Our program structure is flexible, allowing teachers to adapt to the needs of each group of students from Pre-K through Middle School while allowing children to progress and explore at their own pace. We provide training and complete curriculum. You'll have everything you need at your fingertips.
Add to your experience, develop your skill set and realize your potential with our team!
Take a look at our open positions and apply today!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Snapology Corporate.
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PART TIME
All Positions Are Part-Time, Usually 2-10 Hours Per Week. Additional Hours May Be Available If You Are Willing To Be Flexible.
TRAINING
Training Is Provided
REQUIREMENTS
Positive Attitude. Flexible Work Schedule. Criminal And Child Clearances Must Be Current. Experience With Children Required.