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NOW HIRING! AFTER SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

APPLY NOW TO BECOME A ROCKETEER!

'We think we're preparing kids for tomorrow. Kids just think it's cool!'

Are you passionate about Video Games, Coding, Python, Roblox™, App Design, Digital Movies, Robotics, Drones, Minecraft™ or STEM?

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and talented individuals to work as Lead Instructors in our after school programs in Central & Northern NJ. Lead instructors guide students through our world class project based learning curriculum to learn new technology skills in coding, Minecraft, ROBLOX, video editing, game design, robotics and more!

Seasonal (8-16 weeks), with options to continue into additional seasons

Get in-room technology experience with excited students

PAID training!

No formal experience required, but teaching experience in some capacity and strong tech skills highly preferred

Requirements

Experience with technology or teaching preferred

Reliable transportation to locations such as East Brunswick, Piscataway, Edison, Paramus, and Carteret. More locations are added throughout the season.

Must be available to teach from 2:15 - 5:00 PM, T/TH (Additional opportunities available throughout the season)

Lead Instructors must be at least 21 years of age and have experience working with children ages 8-14 and/or technology

Experience with children in an educational setting preferred but not required

Comfortable working with teacher to student ratios of 12/1

Strong technology skills preferred, such as a background in 3D modeling, digital arts, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, etc. or significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, including modding or streaming

Preference will be given to those who are most flexible on their location and available for multiple sites. 

For more information see our website: http://www.blackrocket.com/jobs/

Additional Details:

This is a seasonal, part-time, hourly position (5-10 hours per week)

Lead Instructor ranging from $24-$30 hourly

Paid Training, toll reimbursement

Opportunities for summer employment of 35-40 hours per week in our camps after completing a school year session.

K-12 teachers, college seniors, and graduate students are strongly encouraged to apply. Technology experts with significant experience with groups of kids are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Who is Black Rocket?

Black Rocket provides unique enrichment and educational programs to children and young adults. Our distinct programs in Creative Sciences and Digital Arts focus on the intersection of creativity and technology. Each course emphasizes self-empowerment, cognitive reasoning, and divergent thinking through hands-on learning. Whether in the classroom or the cloud, we believe every human being is unique in their ability and talents. Black Rocket's mission is to help ignite, unleash and enhance these distinct talents.

**We will only review applications submitted online. Please do not send information or submit inquiries via email or phone.

Experience and Skills Requirements

Experience with technology or teaching preferred

Reliable transportation throughout Central or Northern, NJ - Most sites are in Central NJ

Must be available to teach from 2:15 - 5:00 PM, T/Th Lead Instructors must be at least 21 years of age and have experience working with children ages 8-14 and/or technology

Experience with children in an educational setting preferred but not required

Comfortable working with teacher to student ratios of 12/1

Strong technology skills preferred, such as a background in 3D modeling, digital arts, coding, game creation or design, animation, robotics, modifying games, video editing, competitive gaming, etc. or significant knowledge of Minecraft or Roblox, including modding or streaming

For more information see our website: http://www.blackrocket.com/jobs/ Job Benefits Paid Training, toll reimbursement