Teacher Assistant - Part Time - Squamish Area

  • squamish

We are looking for makers, scientists or engineers with a passion for inspiring the next generation of innovators in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM). In this role you will deliver curriculum to local students ages 5-16 at schools in your local community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Delivering classes face to face or online
  • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
  • Providing feedback on curriculum to assist in refinement and improvement of class experience

The Right Fit

  • Has a passion for STEAM, making and being creative
  • Excellent communicator and comfortable presenting to large audiences
  • Organised, reliable and willing to take initiative
  • Has an interest and willingness to learn about manufacturing tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, wood working tools and electronics tools

Necessary Skills + Qualifications (as many as possible :

  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Maker skills such as 3D printing, wood working, Arduino or soldering
  • Willingness to learn
  • Programming
  • Teamwork
  • Educational commitment
  • Leadership
  • Drivers license required
  • Willing to work from different locations
  • Part time: 10-20 hours
  • Flexibility of schedule including Saturdays and Sundays

Support : Training for this position will be provided.

About Us

Location : Zen Maker Lab HQ - 276 1st St E, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1B3, and the new location at The Shipyards, just two blocks away from the SeaBus. Our After School Programs run at different schools in Delta, Surrey, White Rock, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, East Vancouver, Burnaby, and Victoria. We will try to accommodate the classes to be delivered based near your home location.