STEM Lead Instructor Job ID 273422 Posted 30-Apr-2026 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Part-time Areas of Interest Administrative Location(s) Chicago - Illinois - United States of America
About the Role:The Southside STEM Station is a learning lab located on Chicago’s South Side dedicated to expanding access to quality STEM programming for Southside youth and communities. We offer various programs, including in-school, after-school, and summer programs, as well as teacher professional development and STEM family engagement events, all at of cost.
We are seeking a dynamic, organized, and community-minded Lead Instructor to head our STEM workshops. You will lead workshops and activities both at the STEM Station and at various local schools. This role is perfect for someone looking to expand on their teaching experience and who is passionate about making STEM accessible and exciting to all.
The position is part-time, starting off with 10 hours per week. Flexible Monday to Friday between the hours of 9:00am - 2:00pm as well as some after school hours.The role is onsite in Chicago (Hyde Park), IL USA.
What You’ll Do:- Instructional Leadership: Lead and teach engaging STEM workshops for diverse student groups on-site and at partner schools, focusing on grades 4 to 12, with a strong emphasis on middle school.
- Curriculum Development: Collaborate to co-design new lessons, hands-on activities, and STEM challenges that align with our mission.
- Classroom Management: Maintain a productive, safe, and inclusive learning environment using culturally sensitive teaching practices.
- Program Coordination: Manage administrative duties, including direct communication with school leaders for program scheduling and logistics.
- Collaboration: Work alongside and mentor interns who assist in activity facilitation.
- Logistics: Prepare, transport, and set up equipment/supplies for on and off-site sessions.
What You’ll Need:To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.- Teaching Experience: Experience working with young people in a classroom setting with strong classroom management skills.
- Communication & Organization: Excellent written and verbal communication skills paired with strong organizational abilities.
- STEM Fluency: A strong understanding of STEM content and a willingness to learn unfamiliar content areas.
- Cultural Competency: Experience working with diverse student backgrounds and a commitment to equitable, culturally sensitive teaching practices.
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency with common computer tasks and software including Google Workspace and Microsoft 365.
- Collaboration: A proactive willingness to work and collaborate with others, including interns.
- Physical & Logistics: Must have reliable transportation and the ability to lift and transport up to 30 lbs. of supplies for off-site sessions.
- Schedule: Availability during school days from 9:00am – 2:00pm, as well as some after-school hours with some flexibility to work around your schedule.
- Technical (plus): Understanding of various STEM disciplines such as life sciences, electronics, coding, physics, 3D modeling/3D printing, and circuitry a plus.
- Hands-on Learning (plus): Experience implementing Project-Based Learning and leading inquiry-based workshops for young people.
Why CBRE?When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Our Values in Hiring At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
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About CBRE Group, Inc.CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.
Equal Pay Disclaimer
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum base salary for the STEM Lead Instructor is $25/hour and the maximum base salary is $30/hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
