About the Role Are you an enthusiastic educator with a passion for creative arts, cooking, or media production? We are looking for a dynamic, high-energy instructor to lead two exciting after-school enrichment programs for elementary students in

Los Gatos and Monte Sereni:

Champion Chefs and CineCraft Kids . You will foster a safe, engaging space where kids develop practical culinary skills, explore visual storytelling, and build team collaboration. About Our Programs Champion Chefs An engaging culinary journey for grades 1-5 designed to introduce elementary students to the joys of seasonal cooking. Through hands-on preparation of cozy dishes like no-bake pumpkin pies and apple pie snack cups, young chefs practice essential kitchen skills—such as precise measuring, stirring, and safe chopping. Los Gatos on Fridays, September 18 - November 20 | 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM CineCraft Kids A hands-on filmmaking course where students in grades 1-5 write scripts, act, direct, and design props across genres like superhero action, sci-fi, and mystery. Instructors direct the creative chaos and guide collaborative teamwork, which is later edited into a final class film. Monte Sereno on Fridays, September 18 - November 20 | 2:45 PM - 3:45

PM Qualifications and Skills The Personality:

Enthusiastic, high-energy, and capable of keeping elementary-aged students motivated after the regular school day.

The Background:

Experience in elementary education, youth recreation, culinary arts, theater, or video production.

The Mindset:

Focused on fostering creativity, teamwork, and confidence in a safe, structured environment.

The Soft Skills:

Patience, adaptability, strong classroom presence, and excellent communication skills. Requirements Minimum 2 years of college education. At least 1 year of experience teaching or working with elementary-aged children (Grades 1-5). Ability to confidently manage a classroom of up to 20 students. Must pass a background check and TB test. Reliable transportation to commute to Los Gatos, CA and Monte Sereno, CA. Ability to lift and carry program supplies (up to 20 lbs.).

Compensation & Schedule Rate:

$25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Location:

Los Gatos, CA and Monte Sereno, CA Term:

Mid-September - Mid-November (Fall Semester)

Commitment:

Depending on assigned site schedules above.

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off Application Question(s): Please provide 2-3 dates and time ranges for an interview Why would you be a good fit to teach our afterschool programs? List your specific experience and skills suited for this course. Please provide at least 3 reasons. Do you have your own car to reliably commute to Los Gatos, CA and Monte Sereno, CA?

Education:

Associate (Required)

Work Location:

In person