Part-Time Multimedia & Stem Teaching Assistant
Want to get paid to learn lego robotics?
Vision Education & Media dba Robofun provides exciting, hands-on after school programs using
emerging technologies for PK-12th grade youth. We ignite kids’ passion to explore and solve problems
as they learn to invent, build, code, and troubleshoot. We believe learning should be fun!
Robofun seeks people with an interest in tech to guide our students as they grow into innovative
critical thinkers. As a Robofun TA, you will help kids as they design, code, create, and troubleshoot lego
robots, video games, animations, and more. You will support your lead teacher and students on
creative adventures they will never forget! Many of our best lead teachers begin as TAs with us. This
position is a great way to get comfortable in the classroom and learn skills that will help you to excel in
a teaching career.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist in after school clubs in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, or Staten Island with the
option to also TA during summer camp, on school breaks, and on events like birthday parties
• Help students develop and code cool projects including robots and video games
• Learn our curriculum and technologies through trainings and independent study
• Maintain regular communication with teachers and managers
Requirements:
• Experience working with the youth either in a traditional school environment or within non-
traditional learning environments like coaching or camp counseling
• Availability to commit to teaching a minimum of 1 after school clubs a week for the semester
• Proficiency with computer software, a love of tinkering, and a desire to learn new technology
• Enthusiasm about working with diverse groups of NYC students
• Ability to fulfil compliance requirements including a background check by the NYC Department of
Education if over 18
• Ability to provide proof of Covid-19 Vaccination
Benefits:
• Pay is hourly and commensurate with experience
• Our clubs are limited to 12 students or less so you can foster real learning and success
• You will receive paid training on how to teach emerging technologies
• Our enthusiastic, knowledgeable staff are here to support you
• We do our best to match you with age levels, locations, and clubs that best suit you
• You will become part of a collaborative culture of creative master teachers
• You will laugh and learn a lot while instilling a love of problem solving in your students
Qualified candidates should email a resume and cover letter to careers@vemny.org with Part
Time Teacher in the subject line. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.
