Part-Time Programming Instructor Position

2023-09-09: The application window is now OPEN

Are you interested in participating in the creation of a fun and unique curriculum that integrates music with computer programming? Do you like to work with kids? Do you like working with a creative team of professionals to create quality learning experiences for the next generation? Do you like to learn and discover new things? Are you able commute to Malden, MA (5 minute walk from Orange Line) to teach in-person classes along with other passionate instructors?

If so, this position is for you! We are currently looking for a programming instructor to teach at MAP Family Learning Center in Malden, MA.

Core Roles and Responsibilities

Candidates must show a willingness and competency to:

• become familiar with Music Blocks. Music Blocks is a visual programming language for music. For more information, please see:
  • https://musicblocks.sugarlabs.org/ to run Music Blocks software in a browser (e.g. Chrome/ium, Edge, or Firefox).
  • https://musicblocks.net/welcome/ to read Music Blocks related news.
  • https://musicblocks.sugarlabs.org/guide/ to read the Music Blocks guide with links to example projects and more.
• become familiar with our Music+Code curriculum. For more information, please see https://mapflc.com/lesson-plans/
• work with young children ages 6+
• work with a team of professional musician, artist, and programmer teachers to plan classes, create lessons, and teach classes.
• come on-time to in-person classes at 10 Dexter St. Malden, MA. In particular, we are requesting the candidate make themselves available Mondays from ~2-5pm (at least ~3 hours per week).

Additional Roles and Responsibilities

Exceptional candidates, who would like additional working hours, are expected to:

• create new lesson plans for Music Blocks.
• create video and other media for use in the Music Blocks curriculum.
• conduct professional development in the Music Blocks curriculum for schools and orgs who request it.

Hourly Pay

We are a growing business. We are offering $20-27 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications. Performance reviews will be conducted quarterly with opportunities for promotions based on participation in the growth of our business. The position is currently part-time.

Apply Now!

If the position interests you, please fill out the application form below. Thank you!