Project Make It is currently looking to hire virtual teaching assistants (TAs) to help with coding.
Project Make It is a STEAM after-school program designed to teach kids coding, engineering, art, and teamwork.
- 16 weeks starting Tuesday, Oct 6th, 2020
- up to 6 hours per week ~Tuesday-Thursday 3:30pm – 6:00pm
- $12.50 per hour
- Virtual Learning, teach from home, All you need is a good internet connection.
MiniGolf Challenge 2020-21
Starting in Fall 2020, Project Make It has challenged St. Louis students 5-12th grade to design and construct a playable miniature golf courses. The mini golf challenge is a 16 class robotics style build where students work in small teams to design and construct mini-golf holes out of cardboard. Each hole will feature motors and lights that will be programmed by the students. At the end of the challenge, we will put all the holes together to create a playable course and have a celebration with a judged competition.
Responsibilities
This is a virtual teaching position. Project Make It is looking for motivated individuals to serve as contracted Teaching Assistants (TAs) for the Mini-Golf Challenge. TAs assist with instruction, lead a group or team of kids and generally assist the kids through the coursework. We are searching for tech savvy volunteers that we can train to help with our program. TAs are required to become familiar with the class material before the class begins. This role reports directly to the course instructor. This is a great opportunity to give to our community.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Good communication skills
- Passion for programming
- Problem solving
- Patience
Desired Skills:
- Proactive problem solver
- Detail-oriented
- Experience in teaching or mentoring
- Understanding of coding, construction, or project management
Position type
This is a part-time, contract position. The class will be held online. The class will run for 16 weeks beginning 10/6. Program takes breaks for holidays. Classes will be held daily for ~2.5 hours per day after-school. The contract would be for approximately 6 hours per week.