Summer Program Teacher --Math (Junior Academy At Mass Academy)

Summer Program Teacher --Math (Junior Academy at Mass Academy) page is loadedSummer Program Teacher --Math (Junior Academy at Mass Academy)Apply remote type On-site locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R0003122JOB TITLE
Summer Program Teacher --Math (Junior Academy at Mass Academy)LOCATION
WorcesterDEPARTMENT NAME
Mass Academy - JMDIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPIJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Mass Academy seeks summer program math 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 18Teaching 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 PMTeach math to middle school students using engaging project- and/or inquiry-based methods while also building math fluency and addressing learning gapsCreate and maintain a positive learning environment for all students; enforce program rules in a fair and consistent mannerAssess student progress toward learning targets and differentiate instruction to provide a program that meets the academic needs of each studentDevelop a project-based course curriculum that aligns with the goals of the Junior Academy programMaintain up-to-date lesson plans and materials for the two-week summer math courseActively participate in Junior Academy team meetingsWork collaboratively with other Junior Academy staff, including teaching assistants assigned to the courseEffectively communicate with parents, students, and staffParticipate in other aspects of the Junior Academy program (eg.
morning meeting and team building activities)Participate in mandatory training for all staffOther duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS Qualified candidates will have a background in teaching mathematics 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. Similar Jobs (5)Summer Program Teacher --STEM (Junior Academy at Mass Academy)remote type On-site locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days AgoSummer Program Lead Counselor -- Junior Academy at Mass Academyremote type On-site locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days AgoSummer Program Teacher --English Language Arts (Junior Academy at Mass Academy)remote type On-site locations Worcester time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago
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