Lead Math/STEM Academic Instructor for Afterschool & Summer Program

YouthBASE is a 501(c)3 nonprofit located in the Judson neighborhood of Greenville, SC. YouthBASE is a unique educational intervention afterschool and summer program for under-resourced children in kindergarten to 2nd grade. Our mission is to equip students with the skills and abilities to overcome Behavioral, Academic, Social and Emotional difficulties so they may succeed at school, home, and in the community. This year-round program is offered free to families of children who are referred by their school teachers because they are performing significantly below grade level.

Job Summary:

YouthBASE is seeking a highly motivated professional with a passion for teaching math and STEM to young children. This position requires consistency, flexibility, and a deep commitment to serving students who benefit from additional academic and emotional support. This position will involve lesson planning and implementation of math and STEM strategies. If you have a passion for helping struggling learners build confidence, strengthen their math skills, and discover the excitement of STEM through hands-on learning, this job is for you! Prior teaching experience is preferred, but not required.

This is a year-round position to begin mid-December 2026 and will report to the Site Director. This is a part-time position, Monday through Friday afternoons, with occasional morning and evening hours required.

Final compensation will vary based on experience, credentials, and agreed-upon hours. Salary range: $25,000.00 - $27,000.00.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with Site Director and staff, volunteers and families to build consistency of support across environments

• Works with children to provide compassionate guidance and structured programming that includes social-emotional lessons, positive behavior modification and creative classroom management approaches

• Teaches, plans and implements daily small-group academic lessons, activities and homework based on grade-level curriculum standards

• Assists in planning and setting up for afterschool program and Family Nights, includes snack prep, Choice day activities, outdoor activities, etc.

• Maintains supplies and materials, communicate material needs to Site Director

• Prepares materials and space daily. Keeps facilities organized and does basic cleaning (i.e. sanitizing surfaces, vacuuming, bathroom cleaning, etc.)

• Facilitates outdoor activities for students, as needed

• Willingness to drive the 14 passenger bus to transport children. No CDL needed.

• Willingness to perform administrative tasks as needed.

Preferred Skills:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

• Experienced and comfortable working with diverse populations

• Experience teaching Pre-K and/or elementary-aged students

• Educational background in child development, elementary education, developmental psychology, or social work

• 4-year bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to Katy Hilbert: khilbert@youthbase.org by Oct. 30, 2026 with the subject line: Lead Academic Instructor Interest