Part-Time Instructor Robotics

Part-Time Instructor - Robotics Millbrae, CA Job Details Temporary | Part-time | Contract From $35 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Tinkercad Robotic systems Student mentoring Software coding Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques) Microcontrollers Teaching information technology Working with children C Instructor-led training (training delivery method) Teaching experience (1-2 years) Instructional materials development Technical troubleshooting support Teaching engineering Communication skills Sensors Teaching Arduino Entry level Raspberry Pi Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a passionate and engaging Arduino Instructor to teach hands-on electronics, coding, and physical computing to students ages 10-17. This role focuses on making technology fun, approachable, and creative through project-based learning. Students will build real-world projects such as interactive sensors, simple robots, and smart devices using Arduino. Responsibilities Teach beginner to intermediate Arduino concepts (circuits, sensors, coding) Guide students through hands-on projects (e.g., LED systems, motion sensors, mini robots) Introduce basic programming concepts using Arduino (C/C++-based) Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment Help students troubleshoot hardware and code issues Encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork Prepare lesson plans and materials for each session Support student projects for demos, showcases, or competitions Example Projects You May Teach LED light patterns and reaction-time games Temperature and humidity sensors Motion-detection alarms Simple robotics (line-following or obstacle avoidance) Wearable tech or smart home prototypes Qualifications Experience with Arduino (Uno, Nano, or similar boards) Basic electronics knowledge (breadboards, resistors, sensors) Familiarity with Arduino IDE and programming fundamentals Experience teaching, mentoring, or working with kids/teens (preferred) Strong communication and patience with beginners Ability to simplify technical concepts into engaging lessons Nice to Have Experience with ESP32 or Raspberry Pi Background in robotics, IoT, or engineering Experience with project-based or design-thinking education Familiarity with tools like

Tinkercad Circuits or Micro:

bit Schedule & Format Part-time (afterschool, weekends, or summer camps) Typical sessions: 1.5-3 hours Small class sizes (8-15 students)

Pay:

From $35.00 per hour

Experience:

working with

Arduino:

1 year (Required)

Location:

Millbrae, CA 94030 (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Millbrae, CA 94030 (Required)

Work Location:

In person