Engineering Instructor

Location: New York

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The Baruch STEP Academy is an academic enrichment program focusing on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and providing college preparation. Managed through the CUNY Research Foundation, we serve 250 middle and high school students throughout the city each year. The Summer 2026 Program will operate over 16 sessions, July 6th through July 3oth (Monday through Thursday only).
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** Engineering Principles
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** This course will introduce fundamental engineering concepts through interactive lectures and dynamic projects. Students will work in groups to solve engineering problems and be challenged in designing and building "products" for an urban setting using the applications of geometry, physics, and engineering.
** Summary of Responsibilities
** The STEP Academy at Baruch College is seeking to fill a summer instructor position for the middle school program. The course will introduce rising 7th, 8th, 9th grade students to an intensive STEM subject for a month. The goal of the course is to engage students in an exploratory experience, not provided in a standard classroom. Instructors will prepare students to participate in the annual showcase displaying research posters and projects.
** Specific Duties
*** Prepare and teach curriculum for approximately 15-18 students
* Evaluate student and group performance
* Provide staff with measurable results in student learning through assessments
* Monitor and maintain student attendance records
* Reassess curriculum based on students' needs, interests, and understanding of materials
* Plan for end of semester research project
** Qualifications

Required:

*** Availability each program day from 9 am – 2:00 pm + weekly one hour faculty meetings
* Degree in education, engineering, math, or related STEM field
* Previous teaching role with target demographics (middle or high school)
* Possess good interpersonal skills with teenagers
* Experience guiding students through interactive group projects
** Preferred:
*** Possess innovative and creative instructional methods
* Enthusiasm for designing original, self directed curriculum
* Have a strong classroom management style
* Demonstrated ability to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Pay Range:$4,500 | $45 x 100 hours | This includes 72 hours of instruction (including 45 minute daily breaks) + 28 hours for orientations, meetings and prep work.
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