About Nerding:

We provide after school and summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Making) classes for kids in grades K-7. At Nerding teachers and assistants feel supported, encouraged, inspired, and part of an ever growing family. Our mission is to engage creative minds by supporting and educating children AND teachers as the 21st century continues to advance in STEM fields.

For more Information, visit our website: Nerding.org/work-for-nerding-after-school

About the Job:

We are looking for Dynamic Assistants for Grades 1-2 or 3-5 to assist our teachers in our after school STEM classes (robotics, coding, space science, 3D printing, virtual reality, etc) in the Kyrene district - Tempe, Chandler and Ahwatukee! You'll help the class teacher by organizing and preparing supplies in class, actively engaging with the Nerds, and assisting with student questions. You'll also handle attendance for class and ensure all Nerds are accounted for.

Start Date:

Assistants start Quarter 3 in Late Jan/Early Feb 2019 and continue through mid May! Schedules are flexible and include mid afternoon hours.

Grades Levels:

We have curriculum for grades 1-2 and 3-5. Let us know which grades you prefer to work with.

Details:

Nerding is currently at 8 Kyrene schools in the Tempe, Chandler and Ahwatukee areas.

We run 4 classes over the school year. 1 class each quarter.

Classes are 6 weeks long and meet once a week.

Class times are Mon-Fri 2:40-4:10 (except wed is 12:40-2:10)

Class Capacity: Each class will have a max of 20 Nerds with 1 teacher and 1 assistant.

Requirements:

• Current AZ fingerprint clearance
• Available 2-5 weekdays per week
• MTThF 2:00-4:30, W 12:00-2:30
• CPR Certified (preferred)
• Energetic
• Actively participates in class activities
• Follow directions and takes initiative as appropriate
• Loves working with and encouraging kids in a positive manner
• Loves supporting teachers in a safe learning environment
• Loves learning STEM!