STEAM Instructor Jobs
STEAM Instructor jobs are open across K-12 schools, afterschool programs, museums, and community organizations, from entry-level teaching assistant roles to lead and curriculum director positions, with specializations in robotics, coding, and hands-on arts integration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
Find STEAM Instructor JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 59+ STEAM Instructor jobs
$60 per hour of class ·
Schedule
Site address(s): Patterson, CA
Day(s): Monday - Friday
Class time(s): Classes run between the times of 2:00 - 5:00 typically 60 minute blocks
Program: STEAM
Grade level: K- 5th
Class date(s): Multiple class date options
Compensation: $60 per hour of class
Compensation is per class or assignment (mini camp, field trip, etc.)
More classes available nearby. Many of our instructors teach at several schools.
Nexplore Instructor Role:
Teach a hands-on after-school class that kids look forward to every week. Curriculum, lesson plans and all materials are provided. You bring the joy.
What you'll do
- Lead the class with energy and keep every student engaged
- Arrive early to set up, and hand students off safely at dismissal
- Manage the room so it stays safe and fun
- Stay in touch with your Program Success Manager
What we provide
- Complete curriculum, lesson plans and materials
- Training before your first class
- A dedicated team behind you in the classroom: your Program Success Manager, a Regional Excellence Coordinator and a curriculum coach
✅Qualifications:
- Experience working with children
- AA degree or higher
- 2+ years teaching, instructing or coaching (preferred)
- Educational, training or youth-development experience
- Teaching degree or certificate is a plus
- Reliable transportation, and able to commit to every scheduled date
Who does well here: teachers, substitutes, education students, camp counselors, tutors, coaches, artists, makers and retired educators with weekday afternoon availability.
About Nexplore: (www.nexploreusa.com)
Nexplore is a national enrichment service provider with a mission to foster the joy of learning through 125+ STEAM, Life Skills, and Fitness solutions offered as after school, in-school, and summer programs. Currently, Nexplore proudly offers programs at over 1200 sites across 25+ US states, equitably serving thousands of students
Watch this video ·5-star Google review. Employment Reviews · nexploreusa.com
Nexplore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Schedule Details
Site address(s): Patterson, CA
Day(s): Monday - Friday
Class time(s): Classes run between the times of 2:00 - 5:00 typically 60 minute blocks
Program: STEAM
Grade level: K- 5th
Class date(s): Multiple class date options
Compensation: $60 per hour of class
Compensation is per class or assignment (mini camp, field trip, etc.)
$60 per hour of class ·
Schedule
Site address(s): Patterson, CA
Day(s): Monday - Friday
Class time(s): Classes run between the times of 2:00 - 5:00 typically 60 minute blocks
Program: STEAM
Grade level: K- 5th
Class date(s): Multiple class date options
Compensation: $60 per hour of class
Compensation is per class or assignment (mini camp, field trip, etc.)
More classes available nearby. Many of our instructors teach at several schools.
Nexplore Instructor Role:
Teach a hands-on after-school class that kids look forward to every week. Curriculum, lesson plans and all materials are provided. You bring the joy.
What you'll do
- Lead the class with energy and keep every student engaged
- Arrive early to set up, and hand students off safely at dismissal
- Manage the room so it stays safe and fun
- Stay in touch with your Program Success Manager
What we provide
- Complete curriculum, lesson plans and materials
- Training before your first class
- A dedicated team behind you in the classroom: your Program Success Manager, a Regional Excellence Coordinator and a curriculum coach
✅Qualifications:
- Experience working with children
- AA degree or higher
- 2+ years teaching, instructing or coaching (preferred)
- Educational, training or youth-development experience
- Teaching degree or certificate is a plus
- Reliable transportation, and able to commit to every scheduled date
Who does well here: teachers, substitutes, education students, camp counselors, tutors, coaches, artists, makers and retired educators with weekday afternoon availability.
About Nexplore: (www.nexploreusa.com)
Nexplore is a national enrichment service provider with a mission to foster the joy of learning through 125+ STEAM, Life Skills, and Fitness solutions offered as after school, in-school, and summer programs. Currently, Nexplore proudly offers programs at over 1200 sites across 25+ US states, equitably serving thousands of students
Watch this video ·5-star Google review. Employment Reviews · nexploreusa.com
Nexplore provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Schedule Details
Site address(s): Patterson, CA
Day(s): Monday - Friday
Class time(s): Classes run between the times of 2:00 - 5:00 typically 60 minute blocks
Program: STEAM
Grade level: K- 5th
Class date(s): Multiple class date options
Compensation: $60 per hour of class
Compensation is per class or assignment (mini camp, field trip, etc.)
See All 59 STEAM Instructor Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find STEAM Instructor JobsSTEAM Instructor Job Market
Who's Hiring
- Nexplore14
- iCook After School5
- Rippling2
- Snapology2
- MakerState2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in STEAM instructor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education, science, technology, engineering, art, or mathematics
- Experience designing and delivering project-based or inquiry-based learning activities
- Proficiency with makerspaces, robotics kits, or coding platforms such as Scratch and Python
- State teaching license or willingness to obtain one preferred by K-12 employers
- Classroom management skills for mixed-age or multi-grade learning environments
- Ability to collaborate with classroom teachers to align STEAM activities with academic standards
Tips for Your STEAM Instructor Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
School districts, afterschool providers, and museums each use different language for the same role. Mirror the job posting's terms, whether that's 'STEAM facilitator,' 'enrichment instructor,' or 'maker educator,' so your resume clears applicant tracking filters.
Document your project-based learning examples
Hiring managers want proof you can run hands-on projects, not just describe them. List two or three specific units you designed, the grade levels involved, and the STEAM disciplines each unit integrated. Concrete examples move you past the screening round.
Highlight cross-disciplinary certification credentials
Many steam instructor postings list Project Lead The Way training, Google for Education certification, or state teaching licensure as preferred qualifications. If you hold any of these, place them in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists steam instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a demo lesson for your interview
Many steam instructor interviews include a live or recorded mini-lesson. Choose a 10-to-15-minute activity that visibly connects at least two STEAM disciplines, uses low-cost materials, and ends with a student reflection step to show you understand the full learning cycle.
Negotiate for materials budgets, not just salary
Underfunded supplies are a real friction point in this role. During the offer stage, ask whether the position comes with a dedicated consumables budget or access to grant funding, and get any commitment in writing before you accept.
STEAM Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most steam instructors?
The most active employers for steam instructors right now are Nexplore, iCook After School, and Rippling, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. School districts, afterschool networks, and science museums consistently account for the largest share of postings.
How many steam instructor jobs are remote?
About 0% of steam instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most positions. Virtual steam instruction roles do exist, particularly in curriculum development, online enrichment programs, and professional development coaching for other educators.
How do you become a steam instructor?
Start by earning a degree in an education or STEAM-related field, then gain classroom or facilitation experience through student teaching, tutoring, or afterschool program work. Build a portfolio of project-based units you have designed. Pursue supplemental credentials like Project Lead The Way training or Google for Education certification to strengthen your candidacy for competitive roles.
Can you get hired as a steam instructor with little experience?
Yes, entry-level steam instructor roles exist in afterschool programs, summer camps, and community organizations that prioritize subject knowledge and enthusiasm over formal teaching history. Volunteering to run maker workshops, leading a school club, or assisting in a museum education program builds the hands-on facilitation record employers look for when you have limited paid experience.
What does the steam instructor interview process look like?
Most employers conduct an initial phone or video screen focused on your background and philosophy, followed by an in-person or recorded demo lesson where you teach a short activity to a panel or a real student group. A final conversation with a principal, program director, or hiring committee typically covers curriculum alignment, classroom management, and your approach to differentiation for diverse learners.
Where can I find and apply to steam instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to steam instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred setting, then apply directly to each one that fits.
See All 59 STEAM Instructor Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find STEAM Instructor Jobs