Salary: $17/hr
Type of Position: Part Time
Job Type: In Person
Job Position Summary
SCHEDULE AND LOCATION
This is a part-time position for a mobile business in Larchmont, NY
For fall 2025: Tuesdays and Fridays from 3pm-5pm*
*We are just gearing up! Initially, shifts will be weekday afternoons helping in after-school classes with elementary school children on school premises. As we scale up, our programming will include weekend classes, birthday parties, days off from school, week-long school holidays, summer sessions and some evening programming. Assistants will have the ability to take on more hours and create monthly shift schedules that align with their availability.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Are you creative? Like building, crafting or DIY? Enjoy working with kids? Then read on…
We are looking for assistant program leaders to join our team and help our robotics and engineering classes run smoothly (don’t worry, we’ll train you).
This is a perfect job for a high school (15 years+) or underclass college student who enjoys working with kids, STEM and building, crafting or tinkering.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assisting the program leader during robot-building classes
• Helping to set up and break down class materials within the program space
• Work as a “floater” during class session to assist student builders
• Helping to keep tools and supplies organized
• Be an all-around awesome role model who encourages creativity and FUN.
REQUIREMENTS
• At least 15 years old
• Positive energy and must like working with children ages 4-14
• An ability to be flexible, patient and friendly
• Positive and calm under pressure
• Love working with your hands (crafting, baking, tinkering, etc).
• Extremely reliable
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs.
• This position requires a background check
PLUSES
• Experience as a camp counselor or babysitter
• Experience working with circuits
About Our Organization
The Brooklyn Robot Foundry was founded in Brooklyn, NY in 2011 and has recently expanded throughout the Northeast. Our programs teach circuitry and engineering to children 2-14. Using our signature designs and building methods, we encourage children to develop critical thinking and harness their creativity in a screen-free environment. Go to brooklynrobotfoundry.com to read more about us.
How to Apply
Click HERE to send your resume and cover letter.
You must include both a resume AND short cover letter to be considered for the position (if you don’t send a custom cover letter, your application will NOT be considered).
In your cover letter please:
-Describe briefly why you think you would be a good fit
-Describe your previous work experience with children
-Tell us about what types of things you like to build and make (pictures encouraged!)
-Detail your availability, including how soon you can start
Please make the subject of the emails “ASST STEAM PROGRAM LEADER”
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT: The Brooklyn Robot Foundry Lower Westchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies.