After School Lead Counselor (Manhattan, Brooklyn)

NORY
New York, NY
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with prior experience working with young children and a passion for STEM education, working in an after-school setting in New York. The role offers flexibility in hours and days, but emphasizes hands-on teaching and a strong behavioral management approach.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience working with children and a strong interest in STEM education
    — “Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children ages 3-12.”
  • Individuals who thrive in flexible, part-time work arrangements with a focus on creative engagement
    — “Flexible: Monday-Friday (1-4 days per week).”
  • Those who value professional growth and are open to expanding into summer and holiday camps
    — “Based on performance and availability, you may also teach during our Holiday Camps and full-time Summer Camps.”

Things to consider

  • The role demands punctuality and adaptability to varying school schedules
    — “Punctual, professional, and adaptable.”
  • No prior STEM background is required, but experience in coding or maker education can be an advantage
    — “No prior STEM background required. Coding or maker education experience is a plus.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with young children and any prior storytelling or classroom management skills
    — “Genuine love for children, with an empathetic and caring approach.”
  • Emphasize adaptability and willingness to engage in hands-on STEM activities
    — “Use innovative and thoughtful teaching methods to make STEM learning exciting, purposeful, and effective.”
  • Showcase any relevant experience in coding or maker education to stand out from other applicants
    — “Coding or maker education experience is a plus.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • engaging STEM classes
  • safe and inclusive learning environment
  • positive student feedback
Typical background
educationchildcareyouth development

Skills & requirements

Required

Working With ChildrenClassroom ManagementBehavioral ManagementAdaptability

Preferred

STEM BackgroundCodingMaker Education

Stack & domain

STEM EducationStorytellingClassroom ManagementBehavioral ManagementEducationChildcare

About the role

Original posting from NORY via Ashby

About NORY:

NORY is looking for passionate Afterschool Instructors to join the largest STEM enrichment program in NYC. Each year, we inspire over 4,000 children ages 3-12 across NYC and Boston to become risk-taking entrepreneurs, inquisitive problem solvers, and empathetic leaders. As the city’s premier STEM provider, NORY is often called the Disney World of STEM education - where every class is designed to be magical, impactful, and memorable. Discover more about our mission and vibrant camp atmosphere:

Instagram: bit.ly/noryi http://bit.ly/noryi

LinkedIn: bit.ly/norylink http://bit.ly/norylink

Summer Camp Video: bit.ly/noryvideo1 http://bit.ly/noryvideo1

Why Teach at NORY Afterschool Programs?

  • Prepared for Success: You’ll receive fully developed lesson plans, ready-to-use materials, and thorough training so you can focus on what matters most - engaging and inspiring your students.
  • Comprehensive Paid Training: Whether you have prior STEM experience or not, we’ll equip you with the tools and confidence to lead our hands-on curriculum.
  • Professional Growth: Our professional development pipeline gives you the chance to grow quickly and build leadership skills.
  • Additional Opportunities: Based on performance and availability, you may also teach during our Holiday Camps and full-time Summer Camps.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engaging NORY STEM classes for children ages 3-12, including hands-on building projects that spark curiosity and creativity.
  • Foster a safe, fun, and inclusive learning environment grounded in NORY’s core values: resilience, inquisitiveness, and empathy.
  • Use innovative and thoughtful teaching methods to make STEM learning exciting, purposeful, and effective.

Qualifications / Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children ages 3-12.
  • Genuine love for children, with an empathetic and caring approach.
  • Skilled at storytelling, with strong classroom and behavioral management skills.
  • Punctual, professional, and adaptable.
  • No prior STEM background required. Thorough training will be provided. Coding or maker education experience is a plus.

Details

  • Hours: Typically 1-2.5 hours between 3-5PM (depends on school schedule).
  • Days: Flexible: Monday-Friday (1-4 days per week)
  • Compensation: $39-51.50/hour
  • Location: NYC

If you are passionate about working with children and want to be part of our dynamic team, please email your resume and a cover letter (optional) to Liza@nory.co http://nory.co.

We look forward to welcoming passionate talents to NORY. Join us in shaping young minds through awe-inspiring STEM projects and joyful learning!

NORY, Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

Source: NORY careers (Ashby)

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