After School STEM Educator

STEM Instructor (After-School Programs)Part-Time | Independent Contractor (1099)Location: Montgomery County, Maryland (Multiple Elementary School Locations)Looking for meaningful, flexible part-time work that makes a difference?Join Solvers Problems and help inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, innovators, and problem solvers.We partner with elementary schools throughout Montgomery County to deliver engaging, hands-on STEM enrichment programs where students design, build, test, and improve real engineering projects. Every class develops creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and confidence through exciting engineering and science challenges.Whether your background is in education, engineering, youth development, or working with children, we'd love to hear from you.No STEM degree or teaching certificate is required. We provide the curriculum, lesson plans, materials, and training—you bring the enthusiasm to inspire young learners.What You'll DoLead engaging one-hour after-school STEM classes using our ready-to-teach curriculum.Students will participate in exciting hands-on activities including:LEGO® engineering and design challengesBridge and structural engineeringVehicle and roller coaster designScientific investigations and experimentsTeam engineering competitionsCreative problem-solving challengesYour role is to encourage students to ask questions, think critically, work together, and discover that they are capable of solving complex problems.Why You'll Love Working With Us$50 per class taughtTypical 8-week contract earns $400Opportunities to teach multiple after-school contracts each seasonYear-round teaching opportunities through our Fall, Winter, Spring, Saturday STEM League, and Summer Camp programsFlexible weekday afternoon schedulePaid training and ongoing supportNo lesson planning requiredAll curriculum and classroom materials providedSmall class sizesMeaningful work that makes a lasting impactJoin a growing STEM education company with opportunities to grow alongside usQualificationsWe're looking for candidates who are:Passionate about working with elementary-aged childrenPositive, dependable, and enthusiasticStrong communicators and team playersComfortable leading small groups of studentsAvailable to teach after-school (at/around 2.30 PM)Able to travel to schools throughout Montgomery CountyEligible to complete a fingerprint-based background checkIdeal BackgroundsThis role is an excellent fit for:Teachers and former teachersParaprofessionalsTutorsCollege and graduate studentsEducation majorsEngineering and STEM majorsChildcare professionalsCamp counselorsRecreation leadersMuseum educatorsRetired educatorsAnyone passionate about helping children learn and growContract DetailsThis is a part-time Independent Contractor (1099) position.Most instructors begin by teaching one or more 8-week after-school programs, earning $400 per contract ($50 per class for eight classes). Based on your availability and performance, instructors may teach multiple contracts throughout the school year.Teaching opportunities are available during our Fall, Winter, and Spring after-school seasons, with additional paid opportunities through our Saturday STEM League programs and Summer STEM Camps. Many of our instructors return each season and build a flexible schedule that fits their availability.About Solvers ProblemsSolvers Problems is a Maryland-based STEM education company dedicated to developing the next generation of problem solvers through hands-on learning.We partner with schools, PTAs, recreation departments, and community organizations to deliver high-quality STEM programs that inspire curiosity and help children develop the skills they'll use for a lifetime. Our students don't just learn about STEM—they learn how to think critically, collaborate effectively, persevere through challenges, and solve real-world problems.As our company continues to grow, we're looking for passionate instructors who want to grow with us and make a lasting difference in the lives of children.If you're excited about inspiring young learners while building valuable teaching and leadership experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join our team!Equal Opportunity EmployerSolvers Problems LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our instructors, partners, and the students we serve.