Job Description

We are looking for talented secondary or post-secondary students with an interest in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) and a passion for working with children and youth to deliver programs and help inspire our children and teens at our Makerspace. At The STEAM Project, we offer experiences that give participants hands-on opportunities to learn, build, and explore. This role is fully in-person, and is located in Richmond Hill and Markham.

Our Ideal Candidate:

Team-oriented and collaborative Promotes an enjoyable experience for child and youth participants Drive to motivate participants through engagement and commitment Ability to celebrate participant achievements and recognize their developments Strive to ensure the greatest educational impact of the projects/program

Job Responsibilities:

Pre-lesson preparation

: review lesson plans and set up project stations and materials

During lesson

: Instruct lessons and guide students through project and activities

After lesson

: Complete student reviews and provide feedback to help improve lessons Assist students with projects as needed Engage with students and ensure their understanding of required tasks Maintain a safe and welcoming environment at all times

Required Skills:

Experience working with children and/or teens Hands-on experience working with various power tools, hand crafts, etc. Experience with coding, robotics/electronics Valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C or willingness to obtain by the start date A clear Vulnerable Sector Check from within the past six (6) months or willingness to obtain

Considered an Asset:

Additional safety training in a workshop and/or fabrication environment Experience with 2D and 3D design softwares (i.e. Adobe Illustrator, SketchUp, AutoCAD)
Please visit our website to learn more about our programs, what it's like to work at The STEAM Project, and to review testimonials from former staff:

This job may be funded by the Government of Canada's Student Work Placement Program (SWPP). The SWPP program requires that candidates be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident or a protected person defined by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9W6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Some of our positions are funded by Federal Grants available only to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment. Do you qualify for one of these categories? Please submit a cover letter that details your previous leadership experiences, as well as why you would like to work at The STEAM Project as an Assistant Program Instructor.
Work Location: In person