STEAM INSTRUCTOR & EDUCATIONAL TOY DESIGNER
4-16 month Co-op/ Internship
Year-Round
Tues - Sat
Undergraduate Students
$20/hr
About the
Position:
We are seeking university or college co-op/internship students with a background in engineering, science, and design who are passionate about inspiring and educating children and teens through hands-on projects. This position is primarily focused on the research, design, and development of hands-on projects and educational products used across our programs.
At The STEAM Project, we develop innovative projects and experiences that give participants hands-on opportunities to learn, build, and explore. This position will take place in person at our fully equipped Makerspace in Richmond Hill.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Enjoys working with children and youth and contributing to a positive and engaging learning environment
- Has experience with hands-on design, prototyping, or building physical or interactive projects
- Approaches challenges with creativity, curiosity, and strong problem-solving skills
- Shows initiative, stays organized, and manages time effectively
- Works well in a collaborative environment, contributing ideas and refining concepts as part of a team
- Communicates clearly and confidently with both peers and students
- Adapts easily to changing environments and classroom dynamics
- Is passionate about STEAM education and motivated to inspire young learners
Requirements
Experience with hands-on design, prototyping, and building through academic, co-op, or personal projects
Experience working with children or teens (e.g. camps, volunteering, coaching)
Working experience with 2D or 3D design tools (e.g. Illustrator, CAD software), with the ability to create and modify designs independently
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to document and explain design processes clearly
Comfortable using or learning digital fabrication tools (e.g. 3D printers, laser cutters)
Considered an Asset:
Experience in at least one additional technical area such as 3D printing, product design, electronics, robotics, coding, or woodworking
Experience designing and developing physical products, toys, or interactive learning tools from concept through prototype
Experience leading or taking primary responsibility for structured programs, lessons, or activities for children or youth
Familiarity with workshop safety practices and fabrication equipment (e.g. 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking tools, etc.)
Familiarity with Ontario curriculum or experience designing educational content
Role & Responsibilities
Research, design, and prototype hands-on STEM projects and educational products using real-world problem solving and design thinking
Instruct lessons and lead activities for children and teens during after-school programs, weekend classes, and camps
Develop projects and lesson plans that include skill development, curriculum alignment, and clearly defined learning goals
Refine and test project prototypes to ensure they are age-appropriate, engaging, and practical for classroom implementation
Support classroom management and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment
Collaborate with team members to improve projects based on classroom implementation and student feedback
Support hands-on learning through areas such as design challenges, CAD, 3D printing, electronics, woodworking, and more
Additional Requirements
A clear Vulnerable Sector Check from within the past six (6) months or willingness to obtain
Standard First Aid with CPR-C (or willingness to obtain).
Access to a personal device (e.g. laptop) capable of running design software (e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Rhino, etc.)
This is an in-person position and successful candidates must be able to commute to our Richmond Hill location. Please look up our location to ensure you would be able to commit to the commute.
This job may be funded by the Government of Canada’s Student Work Placement Program (SWPP). The SWPP program requires that candidates be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident or a protected person defined by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
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