STEM Educator

Job Description & Person Specification: STEM Educator

Job Title: STEM Educator

Mode: WFO

Location: Delhi

Department: Academic

Experience: 2–5 Years

About Us

At 21K School, we are redefining what mainstream schooling can look like in a digital-first world. We believe education must evolve — becoming more structured, accessible, and globally relevant while preserving academic rigour and credibility.

Our mission is to create a learning ecosystem that empowers students and reassures families, combining technology with thoughtful pedagogy. As we continue to expand, we are building a team of professionals who value excellence, ownership, and meaningful impact. At 21K School, growth is not pursued for its own sake — it is driven by purpose, discipline, and a commitment to raising the standard of online education.

Role Overview

The STEM Educator will be responsible for delivering engaging, student-centric STEM sessions in a virtual environment while ensuring strong learning outcomes and participation.

This role involves planning and executing interactive activities, guiding students through hands-on projects, and fostering curiosity and critical thinking. The educator will also contribute to continuous improvement of session quality, curriculum inputs, and overall program effectiveness.

This is a high-impact teaching role that combines instructional delivery, activity design, and student engagement in a structured online learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• STEM Instruction & Session Delivery
• Deliver interactive and engaging STEM sessions in a virtual classroom environment.
• Explain concepts using practical, easy-to-understand approaches suited to different age groups.
• Encourage student participation, collaboration, and curiosity during sessions.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Project Planning & Activity Design
• Plan and conduct hands-on STEM activities and projects aligned with learning objectives.
• Design age-appropriate and skill-based activities that promote creativity and problem-solving.
• Continuously introduce variation in activities to maintain student interest and engagement.
• Adapt sessions based on student response and learning needs.
• Student Engagement & Learning Support
• Support students with different learning paces and abilities during sessions.
• Encourage exploration, questioning, and independent thinking.
• Monitor student understanding through informal assessments and interactions.
• Provide constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
• Program Delivery & Continuous Improvement
• Observe session effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Incorporate feedback to enhance session quality and student experience.
• Contribute inputs towards curriculum enhancement and instructional practices.
• Maintain awareness of evolving STEM tools, kits, and learning methodologies.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Coordinate with internal teams for smooth program execution.
• Share regular updates on sessions, student engagement, and outcomes.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with students and parents where required.
• Support events, demonstrations, and STEM-related initiatives.
• Program Support & Documentation
• Maintain records of sessions, activities, and student participation.
• Share relevant session updates, photos/videos (if applicable), and reports as required.
• Assist in tracking program effectiveness metrics such as engagement levels and feedback.
• Training & Knowledge Sharing
• Support onboarding and training of new instructors when required.
• Share best practices, activity ideas, and execution approaches with the team.
• Contribute to building a strong and consistent instructional framework.
• Safety, Compliance & Professional Conduct
• Ensure adherence to all child safety guidelines, including POSH and POCSO policies.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and student-friendly approach at all times.
• Follow all academic and operational guidelines set by the organization.
• Ensure ethical conduct and a safe learning environment for all students.
  
  

Selection Criteria

• Professional Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Education, or a related STEM field.
• Experience:
• 2–5 years of experience in teaching, training, or STEM instruction.
• Prior experience in EdTech, online teaching, or experiential learning environments is preferred.
• Experience in handling students across different age groups is an advantage.
• Skills & Expertise
• Strong understanding of core STEM concepts and hands-on learning approaches.
• Ability to design and deliver interactive and engaging sessions.
• Familiarity with STEM tools, kits, or platforms is preferred.
• Comfort with virtual teaching platforms and digital tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Key Performance Indicators
• Session Effectiveness: Quality of session delivery and student engagement.
• Student Participation: Level of interaction, curiosity, and involvement during sessions.
• Learning Outcomes: Improvement in student understanding and application of concepts.
• Curriculum Contribution: Inputs towards activity design and program improvement.
• Program Feedback: Student and parent feedback scores.
• Process Adherence: Compliance with session delivery standards and guidelines.
• Professional Attributes
• Passion for teaching and student development.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts for young learners.
• Strong ownership and accountability for learning outcomes.
• Adaptability to a dynamic and evolving learning environment.
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to learn and improve.
  
  

Why Join Us

• Be part of a high-growth, tech-enabled education organization with global reach.
• Work in a dynamic, accountable, and collaborative environment.
• Gain structured exposure to consultative sales in the evolving EdTech ecosystem.
• Contribute directly to expanding access to quality schooling.