JOB TITLE
Summer Program Teacher --STEM (Junior Academy at Mass Academy)
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Mass Academy - JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
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 realize 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.
JOB DESCRIPTION
1. Must be available July 6 through July 17
2. 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 - 3:30 PM
3. 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
4. Create and maintain a positive learning environment for all students; enforce program rules in a fair and consistent manner
5. Assess student progress toward learning targets and differentiate instruction to provide a program that meets the academic needs of each student
6. Develop a project-based course curriculum that aligns with the goals of the Junior Academy program
7. Maintain up-to-date lesson plans and materials for the two-week summer STEM course
8. Actively participate in Junior Academy team meetings
9. Work collaboratively with other Junior Academy staff, including teaching assistants assigned to the course
10. Effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff
11. Participate in other aspects of the Junior Academy program (eg. morning meeting and team building activities)
12. Participate in mandatory training for all staff
13. Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
14. Qualified candidates will have a background in teaching STEM topics and demonstrate a passion for supporting all learners through a culturally responsive lens.
15. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or beyond preferred. Massachusetts DESE licensure, or the ability to meet the licensure requirements, preferred.
16. Experience mentoring and/or teaching students from diverse backgrounds preferred.
17. Experience working with middle school students preferred.
18. Ideal candidates will embody Mass Academy’s mission and core values. Ability to work collaboratively required.
19. Participate in mandatory training for all staff.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, 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.