St. John Vianney High School is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging educator to work with students in an after-school gifted enrichment program. This unique role combines facilitating hands-on enrichment experiences with supporting students as they work through individualized academic lessons in a small-group setting. This educator would be representing St. John Vianney High School, and our approach to challenging students while providing the support they need to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate engaging, project-based enrichment activities that encourage creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
• Guide students through hands-on learning experiences in areas such as STEM, history, innovation, leadership, and creative projects.
• Supervise and support students as they work independently on individualized academic lessons and enrichment coursework.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating learning environment.
• Monitor student engagement and provide encouragement, assistance, and feedback as needed.
• Communicate regularly with program leadership regarding student progress, participation, and program needs.
• Collaborate to prepare materials and activities for weekly sessions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; current teachers, retired educators, graduate students, and professionals with experience working with children are encouraged to apply.
• Preferred experience: teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or working with gifted, advanced, or highly motivated students.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to facilitate hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation to one of our St. Louis-area program locations.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation of $100 per one-hour session.
• A rewarding opportunity to work with bright, motivated students.
• Flexible, part-time schedule with a consistent weekly commitment.
• Supportive program leadership and ready-to-use curriculum resources.

Program Details

• Meets once per week after school.
• Program runs from September through April.
• Teachers are assigned to one of three St. Louis-area school locations in Sunset Hills, Webster Groves, and Mehlville.
• Small-group environment focused on enrichment, creativity, and individualized learning.