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 as we expand our programmes across schools and community venues in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.
Your Role
As a Young Engineers Instructor, you'll guide children 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.
We are particularly looking for instructors available during weekday school and after-school hours, including regular sessions during the school term. We currently have upcoming opportunities on Tuesday afternoons.
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
What We're Looking For
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 teaching, tutoring, coaching or working with children
Experience working with children and access to transport are advantageous, as programmes are delivered across different locations in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.
Garda Vetting is essential for this role.
Practical Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be based in Dublin and able to travel to locations across Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown
- Already have the legal right to work in Ireland
- Be available for some weekday school and after-school hours
- Have strong communication skills
- Have a positive and proactive attitude
Please note that this part-time position does not provide visa or work permit sponsorship. Applicants must already have their own valid permission to work in Ireland.
What You'll Gain
- Flexible part-time hours
- Competitive hourly rates
- Full training and ongoing support
- Regular opportunities during the school term
- Opportunities to support workshops and holiday programmes
- 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 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 via Indeed, or send your CV and a short introduction to [email protected]
Pay: From €16.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you currently based in Dublin and able to travel to locations across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown?
- Are you available to work during weekday school and after-school hours?
- Do you currently have, or have you previously had, Garda Vetting for work with children in Ireland?
Work authorisation:
Location:
- Dublin, County Dublin (required)
Work Location: In person
