STEM Maker & Woodworking Instructor

Job overview

The STEM Maker & Woodworking Instructor role is an onsite, part-time position in Hollis, NY, with stated pay of $30–$35 per year. The schedule is after school, two days per week for two hours per day, Monday through Friday. The instructor supports New York Edge’s youth enrichment programs for students in grades 6–12. The instructor leads hands-on woodworking and applied STEM learning, connecting concepts to physical projects while teaching craftsmanship and structural problem-solving. The role builds students’ skills and confidence in a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

What you'll do

• Teach or co-lead daily activities
• build relationships with students
• organize and promote interest in woodworking
• follow safety plans
• maintain safe environments for tool and small-machine use
• work with program staff, school personnel, and families
• set and communicate lesson and project goals
• adapt teaching methods and materials
• explain techniques and safety procedures and demonstrate equipment use.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

stem maker

woodworking instructor

applied stem

after-school program

project-based learning

grades 6–12

carpentry

tool safety

hollis ny

new york edge

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The program uses traditional hand tools and project-based learning to connect STEM concepts with physical creation.

About the employer

NEW YORK EDGE, INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.