Afterschool Tech Lead

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Job description:

Lead Instructor – Technology & Creative Arts

Position Type: Part-Time

Pay Rate: $20–$22/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:45–6:00 PM (arrive 1 hour early)

Reports To: Program Manager

Mission & Values

Dragon’s Den is a nonprofit youth development center in Homestead, PA, dedicated to helping young people embrace life with courage, joy, and passion on their journey to becoming successful adults and outstanding citizens. Our mission is to provide a safe, welcoming space where all children—especially those at risk or with disabilities—can learn, grow, and thrive through hands-on experiences, creativity, and community connection.

Housed in the beautifully restored former St. Mary Magdalene Church, our unique setting features a state-of-the-art ropes course, after-school programs, summer camps, team-building workshops, and enrichment activities built around our five pillars: Physical Health, Nutrition, Academics, STEAM, and Mental Health. Guided by our values of inclusivity, empowerment, and excellence, we work to ensure every child feels supported, challenged, and inspired.

Position Summary

The Lead Instructor – Enrichment & Activities designs and delivers engaging activities aligned with Dragon’s Den’s pillars, ensures all program materials are prepared and organized, and fosters active participation from students in a safe and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily after-school activities that align with our four program pillars: STEAM, Academics, Nutrition, and Physical Activity.

Prepare all materials and supplies in advance; maintain inventory, restock as needed, and notify supervisors of shortages.

Adapt activities to meet the needs of students with diverse abilities.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of program spaces; supervise setup, transitions, and cleanup.

Actively engage with and mentor students, serving as a positive role model at all times (personal cell phone use during program hours permitted only for job-related purposes).

Complete required participant surveys.

Journal daily activities and create impact stories (written or video) for grant reporting.

Open and close the facility when the Program Manager or Director is not present.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or as needed to meet the organization’s needs.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, recreation, or related field preferred.

Creativity and the ability to engage youth of all abilities.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

We value passion, professionalism, and purpose. Even if you don’t meet every single qualification, we encourage you to apply if you believe in our mission and are eager to learn.

Clearances Required

PA Criminal History Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Fingerprint Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Training must be completed before starting.

How to Apply

To apply: Email your cover letter and résumé to [email protected]. In your cover letter, explain why you’re excited about our mission and how your skills fit the role. Before interviews, all applicants must complete our Availability & Acknowledgment Form – Click Here

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Work Location: In person

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person