What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM Summer Instructor position at EXPLO?
Company Description
EXPLO is a leading organization offering immersive summer enrichment programs designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and discovery in middle school students. Our programs create dynamic, boundary-pushing environments where students explore their passions, innovate, and embrace new ideas. At EXPLO, participants gain valuable skills to thrive in an ever-changing world while connecting with peers and expert instructors. Our team includes a diverse group of innovators, including inventors, entrepreneurs, artists, and engineers, united by a passion for education and exploration.
EXPLO Middle School is a 4-week summer program for students who are currently in grades 6-8. It includes two 2-week sessions taking place at Wellesley College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, USA. Students will either participate in EXPLO 360°, in which they will take a variety of classes over their two weeks, or in one of our Focus programs — Veterinary Science or Medical Rotations. Classes will be taught by subject-area experts and professional teachers.
Role Description
As an Instructor, you will engage with a dynamic, project-based curriculum crafted by EXPLO’s professional curriculum development team, yet retain the flexibility to infuse your teaching with your unique expertise, interests, and passions. In this role, you will guide bright and curious students through an experience that emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving, supported on the ground by EXPLO’s Office of Teaching and Learning. You will have the opportunity to facilitate connections with guest speakers and others who are shaping the future in your field, and inspire students to explore both new areas of study and potential future career paths.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience or expertise in one of the following fields: Neuroscience, Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Medicine, Veterinary Science, Game Theory, or Business/Entrepreneurship
- Strong teaching, mentoring, and public speaking skills
- Ability to work on campus for the duration of the program. (Please note: campus housing may be available, on a very limited basis, for applicants not local to the Boston/Wellesley area)
- Time management and organizational skills to plan and execute structured lessons
- Ability to facilitate group discussions and collaborative exercises effectively
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, inspiring, and engaging learning environment
- Prior experience working with students, especially in an academic or camp setting, is preferred
- Passion for working with young learners and a flexible, creative mindset