I.

The Mission:

Inspiring Lifelong Skills Through Hands-On Learning At Nexplore Midwest, we believe hands-on learning helps students build confidence, curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, teamwork, and essential lifelong skills. Through our Energize, Chess, BrickLab, and Structural Engineering programs, students participate in fun, interactive, and age-appropriate activities designed to encourage creativity, strategic thinking, physical activity, engineering concepts, and collaborative problem-solving. We are seeking a Dynamic Lead Instructors to teach our after-school programs at Prairie Oak Elementary . The Lead Instructor will guide students through a variety of activities, including Energize fitness and movement activities, Chess strategy and gameplay, BrickLab building challenges, and Structural Engineering projects . The instructor should encourage students to think creatively, work as a team, overcome challenges, and develop confidence through hands-on learning and exploration. II. Mission Logistics We believe in clarity and discipline. This specific assignment requires the following commitment:

School:

Prairie Oak Elementary Location:

1427 S Oak Park Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402

Grades:

K-5th

Program:

Chess, BrickLab, Structural Engineering, Energize (check our website to learn more at https://nexploreusa.com/).

Day of Week:

every Monday

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Friday Dates:

Starting October 5, 2026

•October 27, 2026

Shift Time:

4:15

•5:45 PM (Arrival required 15 minutes before the class starts for setup). III. Your Impact As the Lead Instructor for this site, you won't just be "supervising." You will be the architect of "Joyful Learning" for 8 to 15 students. Using the Nexplore curriculum, you will ensure that every afternoon becomes the highlight of these students' week. IV. The "Superstar" Profile For any placement at Nexplore Midwest , we are looking for:

Punctuality & Discipline:

The school relies on us. You are the type of person who is "early if you're on time."

Grade-Level Expertise:

You have a natural ability to connect with elementary students and can pivot your teaching style to keep them engaged.

The Nexplore Vibe:

You are energetic, curious, and professional. Chess experience! Fitness experience! STEM experience! V.

Compensation & Growth Rate:

$75, plus 50 cents per mile after 20 miles in a roundtrip (each session includes the 15 minutes of prep time and the 5-10 minutes of dismissal).

The Training Superstar:

Access to our onboarding training before your first session , and have 1-1 or group calls with our Program Success Team if you have any questions about classroom management and leadership skills.

Future Opportunities:

Successful completion of this mission at the Prairie Oak Elementary puts you first in line for our Winter 2026 Programs .

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$75.00 per day Application Question(s): For which season are you available: Fall, Winter, Spring and/or Summer? Please confirm your zip code. Are you willing to complete a background check? Are you willing to complete site-specific training (Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter, etc.)? Have you tested negative for TB Test in the last 5 years? Are you looking for a part-time or a full-time job? Do you have reliable transportation?

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

Teaching:

1 year (Required) Special education: 2 years (Preferred) teaching

Chess:

2 years (Preferred) teaching

STEM:

1 year (Preferred) teaching

Fitness:

1 year (Preferred)

Location:

Berwyn, IL 60402 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person