STEM+ Explorers Summer Teacher: Experimental Techniques

Position Type:
Part-Time, 1–4 week position

Program Dates:
July 6 – July 31, 2026

Location:

Inquiry & Innovation Center, MKA Upper School Campus, Montclair, NJ

Montclair Kimberley Academy (MKA), an innovative PK – 12 independent day school with a strong national reputation, seeks innovative and enthusiastic teachers to design and deliver engaging summer programming for middle school students. The STEM+ Explorers Summer Program offers an inspirational enrichment experience — not summer school or academic acceleration — where students deepen curiosity and creativity through hands-on learning.

This role focuses on teaching the Experimental Techniques strand, guiding students through authentic lab investigations in physics, chemistry, environmental science, and biology. Each week, students will act as scientists: asking testable questions, designing experiments, making careful measurements, and analyzing data to draw conclusions, while learning essential safety practices in each discipline.

Strand Overview:
Experimental Techniques:

• Week 1:
  Physics — Use timers, motion detectors, and force sensors to investigate motion, forces, and energy.
• Week 2:
  Chemistry — Explore states of matter, physical properties, and separation techniques.
• Week 3:
  Environmental Science — Collect samples, make field measurements, and model complex systems.
• Week 4:
  Biology — Practice experimental design and use tools such as scales and microscopes to study living systems.

• Availability for full program dates (July 6 – July 31, 2026), including June 18 orientation.
• Participation in planning meetings with STEM+ Directors during the school year.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging lab-based lessons for middle school students.
• Strong organizational skills to manage supplies, budgets, and lab safety.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and flexibility in a dynamic summer program setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Education, or related field.
• Prior teaching experience with middle school students (classroom, enrichment, or summer program).
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic laboratory safety practices.

• Advanced degree in STEM or Education.
• Experience designing curriculum or project-based learning experiences.
• Familiarity with lab tools and data collection technologies (e.g., sensors, microscopes).
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Enthusiasm for enrichment-focused teaching that emphasizes creativity and exploration.

Interested candidates should submit their application via email.

Applications should include the following:

• cover letter that addresses what interests you about working at Montclair Kimberley
• three letters of recommendation, at least one of which discusses qualities that will support
• your role as a teacher

Applicants should send all requested materials by email to Monica Masterson, Director of Summer Operations: mmasterson

It is MKA's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or disability not related to the requirements for being a successful employee at MKA.