Summer Program Teacher -STEM (Junior Academy at Mass Academy)

Mass Academy seeks summer program STEM teachers to support our Junior Academy summer academic enrichment program for middle school students. This is a temporary position.

Dates on campus: June 24 and 25 for training, June 25 and 26 in the evening for family orientation, and July 7 through July 18 for the Junior Academy program. Program hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

The Junior Academy at Mass Academy is a two-week summer program for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students from many backgrounds. This day program is designed to provide academic enrichment and support through meaningful learning opportunities so that students will be more confident, curious, and engaged in their learning and realise that science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are not only accessible to them, but they are also rewarding and can open doors for their future. Participating students will receive literacy and math support, engage in hands-on STEM projects, and visit the WPI campus to tour labs and meet researchers.

The Massachusetts Academy of Math and Science (Mass Academy) is a tuition-free, co-educational, public school of excellence that enrols approximately 100 academically accelerated 11th and 12th grade students from Massachusetts. Math and science are emphasised within a comprehensive, interactive academic program. Rigorous junior year classes and senior classes taken at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) prepare students for college academics before they’ve graduated from high school.

Job Description

• Must be available July 7 through July 18.
• Teaching schedule: Hours vary based on teaching schedule, but will include one hour of planning time and daily meetings. Program hours are 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
• Teach a STEM-related course to middle school students using engaging project- and/or inquiry-based methods while also building technical skills and addressing learning gaps.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment for all students; enforce program rules in a fair and consistent manner.
• Assess student progress toward learning targets and differentiate instruction to provide a program that meets the academic needs of each student.
• Develop a project-based course curriculum that aligns with the goals of the Junior Academy program.
• Maintain up-to-date lesson plans and materials for the two-week summer STEM course.
• Actively participate in Junior Academy team meetings.
• Work collaboratively with other Junior Academy staff, including teaching assistants assigned to the course.
• Effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff.
• Participate in other aspects of the Junior Academy program (e.g. morning meeting and team building activities).
• Participate in mandatory training for all staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Qualified candidates will have a background in teaching STEM topics and demonstrate a passion for supporting all learners through a culturally responsive lens.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or beyond preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure, or the ability to meet the licensure requirements, preferred.
• Experience mentoring and/or teaching students from diverse backgrounds preferred.
• Experience working with middle school students preferred.
• Ideal candidates will embody Mass Academy’s mission and core values.
• Ability to work collaboratively required.
• Participate in mandatory training for all staff.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume.

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.