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Wanted: Scratch Instructor in L.A.

At LA Makerspace: a community-based nonprofit organization with a mission to increase access to STEAM education to kids and adults using fun stuff like Scratch!
Job Description:
 

Creative Computing Instructor

Creative Computing includes activities related to coding and electronics using tools like Scratch and AppInventor. Instructor will be intimately involved in curriculum development as well as instructing all-ages groups, and conducting train-the-trainers sessions with librarians and teachers. 

Requirements

  • Flexible hours including some evenings and weekends
  • Experience coding and using platforms appropriate for beginners (Scratch, AppInventor, Alice)
  • Facility with simple electronics for activities such as using MakeyMakey
  • Strong interest/background in maker pedagogy and expanding maker learning styles to beginners
  • Enjoys working with kids, teens and librarians
  • Teaching experience 
  • Bilingual/Spanish a plus
Hours as requested by libraries and other clients; $60/hr. Contact mya@lamakerspace.com if interested!