9th Grade STEM Teacher

3 Months ago • All levels • Teaching

Job Summary

Job Description

This position involves teaching a STEM-related curriculum to rising 9th-grade students in a two-week summer program. Responsibilities include developing engaging lesson plans, creating a positive learning environment, assessing student progress, and differentiating instruction. The teacher will also participate in team meetings, collaborate with staff, communicate with parents, and participate in training. The program aims to provide academic enrichment and support to middle school students, fostering their confidence and engagement in STEM fields. The teacher must be available from July 7th to July 18th.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Background in teaching STEM topics.
  • Passion for supporting diverse learners.
  • Ability to work collaboratively.
Good to have:
  • Master's degree or beyond preferred.
  • Massachusetts DESE licensure preferred.
  • Experience mentoring diverse students preferred.
  • Experience working with middle school students preferred.

Job Details

JOB TITLE

9th Grade STEM Teacher (4 positions)

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Mass Academy - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Mass Academy seeks summer program 9th Grade 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

About the Junior Academy at Mass Academy

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.

About Mass Academy


The Massachusetts Academy of Math and Science (Mass Academy) is a tuition-free, co-educational, public school of excellence that enrolls approximately 100 academically accelerated 11th and 12th grade students from Massachusetts. Math and science are emphasized 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

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 
  • Develop and teach a STEM-related course curriculum to rising 9th grade 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 (eg. 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.

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.

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