Young Engineers Instructor (Part-Time) | STEM Workshops for Children
The Engine
Young Engineers Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is looking for enthusiastic and reliable instructors to help inspire the next generation through hands-on STEM and engineering experiences.
Young Engineers is an international educational organisation operating in over 100 countries, with programmes already running across Dublin and Ireland. Through engaging building activities and engineering challenges, children develop creativity, problem-solving skills, teamwork, and confidence while having fun.
This is an opportunity to join the founding team bringing Young Engineers to the local community.
Your Role
As a Young Engineers Instructor, you'll guide children aged 6–12 through engaging engineering challenges and structured building activities that make learning fun, practical, and memorable.
Programmes are delivered in schools, after-school settings, libraries, community centres, workshops, and holiday camps across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.
No engineering background is required. Full training, curriculum, and materials will be provided.
What You'll Build
- Inspiring STEM and engineering experiences for children
- Children's confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills
- Positive and engaging learning environments
- Strong relationships with schools and community partners
- A passion for learning and innovation in the next generation
The Motors
We're looking for people who help bring the programme to life.
You don't need to be an engineer, but an interest in STEM, science, engineering, technology, or scientific thinking is important.
We're looking for individuals who are:
- Reliable and professional
- Energetic and enthusiastic
- Comfortable working with children
- Organised and punctual
- Strong communicators
- Curious and eager to learn
Applications are particularly welcome from:
- Teachers and trainee teachers
- Engineering, science, or technology students
- Youth leaders and camp facilitators
- Childcare professionals
- Anyone with experience working with children
The following are advantageous:
- Experience teaching, tutoring, coaching, childcare, camps, or youth activities
- Access to transport, as programmes are delivered across multiple locations in Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown
Garda Vetting is essential for this role, as programmes are delivered in schools and educational settings.
The Mindset
To succeed in this role, you'll need:
- Eligibility to work in Ireland
- Availability during after-school hours and school holidays
- Strong communication skills
- A positive, proactive attitude
- Willingness to complete Garda Vetting
The following are advantageous:
- Experience teaching, tutoring, coaching, childcare, camps, or youth activities
- Access to transport, as programmes are delivered across different locations in Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown
What You'll Gain
- Flexible part-time hours
- Competitive hourly rates
- Full training and ongoing support
- The opportunity to grow with a new and expanding programme
- Meaningful work inspiring young minds through STEM and engineering
- The chance to help shape Young Engineers in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown from the ground up
Ready to Start?
If you're passionate about education, creativity, and helping children discover how things work, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help inspire the engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers of tomorrow!
You’re welcome to apply via Indeed, or send your CV and a short introduction to [email protected]
Pay: From €14.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work during after-school hours (typically 1–5pm) and/or school holiday programmes?
- Garda Vetting is required for this role. Do you currently have Garda Vetting, or are you willing to complete it?
Licence/Certification:
- driver's license (preferred)
Work Location: In person
