Careers

We are always looking for instructors and makers! Please email hiring (at) stempaths (dot) org with questions or your resume!

OPEN POSITIONS

North Seattle After school Instructor (part time)

SPIN provides after school and summer STEM programming to North Seattle schools. Classes include but are not limited to: Robotics, Video Game Design, 3D Printing, Minecraft, and Circuitry.

We provide Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer sessions with no classes during breaks.

The start date for this position is ASAP

In person school year schedule including setup and break down will adjust, but will be similar to:

Wednesday 1:00pm - 4:10pm 

Thursday 2:25pm - 5:25pm

In person summer schedule, including setup and break down:

July-August 2025, exact dates and times TBD. 6 weeks of 6.5 hours/week.

After School Instructor

The After School Instructor is an hourly, part time position. Compensation is $30/hour without benefits. We anticipate around 10 hours/week in this position with a possibility for growth. SPIN will provide curriculum, technology training, and professional development in classroom management and culturally responsive pedagogy. Ideal candidates will bring a desire to work with kids and a willingness to learn! We value lived experience and a STEM background is not a requirement for this position - CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT is the key to success.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Facilitate groups of up to 15 students in classes focused on science, technology, engineering and math enrichment

• Take part in Youth Program Quality Assurance process to continue to improve SPIN programming in collaboration with Baldwin and Seattle Parks & Recreation

• In collaboration with on-site team, provide needed reporting materials to SPIN and to our funding partners

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs

• Attend required training and check-ins, maintain attendance and discipline records, administer and submit pre and post survey data.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Comfort with technology. Willingness to learn new subjects.

• Experience with class management and/or willingness to learn

• Outstanding time management and organizational skills

• Committed to providing all kids with equal education opportunities.

PREFERED SKILLS:

Experience working with low-income students, included but not limited to Title 1 schools, and a familiarity with the unique gifts and needs of this population.

Even if you feel like you do not have all the necessary requirements please reach out anyway!  We would love to speak with you!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to commit to the Fall and Winter schedule (through December). Substitutes are not readily available.

• Must be able to pass a Seattle Public Schools background check, which may include fingerprinting

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform loading and unloading of equipment

Application Process: Please apply on job platforms (Indeed, Handshake, Idealist) or contact us at hiring (at) stempaths (dot) org with a resume and cover letter or other document, collage, spoken word piece, etc that helps us get to know you!

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The Americans with Disability Act of 1990 (ADA) makes it unlawful to discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability in all parts of the employment process. You may request reasonable accommodations at any time. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

BACKGROUND CHECK

A criminal history background check may be conducted on the final candidate prior to beginning employment. Those who supervise other staff, those who work with minors and/or other vulnerable populations either inside or outside of the organization, and those who have access to the organization’s funds will be asked to complete a background check. A criminal background will not automatically eliminate you from consideration.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SPIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by law. Assistance and/or reasonable accommodations during the application process are available to individuals upon request. 

Position Description: Do you love working with elementary school students? Enjoy learning new skills while collaborating with a dynamic team? Join us! The SPIN Program Coordinator/Lead Instructor is a PT hourly position responsible for managing the day-to-day operations for an after-school enrichment program at Emerson Elementary, including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) classes, monitoring student progress and supporting a reading intervention partnership.

Reports to: SPIN Enrich Program Manager II

Location: Seattle, WA

Position type: PT, hourly, In-person

Pay Range: $35/HR

This position does not include benefits

Start date: November 4, 2024

End date: May 30, 2024 (may be extended)

No programming during times SPS is closed for Holidays and Breaks

Days/Times:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - 1:00 - 5:30 pm

Wednesday - 12:30 - 4:00 pm

To apply email cover letter and resume in one pdf to hiring.mail@stempaths.org

ABOUT SPIN: STEM Paths Innovation Network (SPIN) is a nonprofit offering K-12 instruction, mentoring and program development in science, technology, engineering, and math. Our mission is to close the opportunity gap for women and BIPOC communities in SPIN education and careers.  

After School at Emerson Elementary: We will provide access to technology, guided social emotional learning, and exposure to the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields available four days per week for up to 20 students. Students are recruited using an equity lens, based on academic, social and family needs.  This program is a collaboration with Reading Partners (RP).  RP will provide reading intervention and tutoring services for students 

This position works with the SPIN team to design, build, launch and sustain a high-quality afternoon program.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Site Coordination (35%): 

• Provide supervision and ensure the safety of all student participants 

• Sustain and support SPIN connections with staff and school leadership

• Coordinate and implement logistics such as space, equipment, supplies, transportation, and snacks together with Emerson staff

• Support Emerson staff to identify, recruit and track enrolled students 

Instructional Delivery: 30%

• Facilitate classes of up to 20 students in classes focused on STEM enrichment

• Collaborate with SPIN staff to design and provide STEM Enrichment related to student interest

Program Coordination (15%):

• Provide leadership and support across programs

• Attend training and PD required by SPIN and/or SPS

• Prepare a weekly report of attendance, behavior, student highlights, etc.

Communication (10%): Ensure school, family & community connections

• Ability to foster strong relationships with school staff and administration

• Establish and maintain communication with families through emails, texts and phone calls as necessary.

• Ensure communications are translated and interpreted as needed to support the needs of families

Data Collection and Administration (10%):

• Collaborate with school staff and partner organizations to collect data and demographics to inform the strategic growth of the program..

• Participate in data collection efforts and enter into designated databases for analysis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Comfort in working with K-5 students

• Experience with class management and PBIS; and/or willingness to learn

• Comfort with STEM. Willingness to learn new subjects.

• Professional communication skills, both verbal and written

• Organized and able to effectively use databases and MS Office and G-Suite applications

• Classroom Management

• Attention to detail and strong tracking skills

• Sense of humor and strong affinity for fun

• Facility with databases such as Apricot and Excel

• Ability to closely track and communicate deadlines

• Experience with education programs, youth programs preferred

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience teaching low-income students, included but not limited to Title 1 schools, and a familiarity with the unique gifts and needs of this population

• Experience with class and program coordination and inventory management

NON-NEGOTIABLES

• Must be able to commit to the schedule for the school year. Substitutes are not readily available

• Must be able to pass a Seattle Public Schools background check, which may include fingerprinting

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform loading and unloading of equipment

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The American with Disability Act of 1990 (ADA) makes it unlawful to discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability in all parts of the employment process. You may request reasonable accommodations at any time. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SPIN is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by law. Assistance and/or reasonable accommodations during the application process are available to individuals upon request. To request assistance or accommodation, please contact info@stempaths.org.