STEM Curriculum Developer (Temporary)

Primary Purpose

The STEM Curriculum Developer has excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; connects with, mentor and coach other teachers on STEM lessons, projects, and activities. The STEM Curriculum Developer will creatively and energetically lead and co-facilitate with the coordinator, major cohort activities, such as opening and closing ceremony, parent/student orientation, parent trainings, Robotics and the STEM Carnival, etc. Under the direct supervision of the School of Engineering Assistant Dean for Student Success, the STEM Curriculum Developer will join the University of the Pacific's & Stockton Unified School District's collaboration to implement the Reach for the Stars STEM Academy (RFTSSA) for the summer of 2025 on the Stockton University of the Pacific campus.

• Program service areas and location: The RFTSSA serves students in the Stockton Unified School District. This academy will be held in person on the Stockton Campus.
• Academy Overview: Our STEM academies are academically intense, mathematics-based, summer enrichment programs designed for students who lack access to resources that would enable them to accelerate their learning and move into college preparatory coursework in high school.
• Academic goals of our academies are designed to develop and enhance skills in abstract & critical reasoning, problem-solving through interpretation, making connections, explanation & demonstration, study techniques, technological skills, methods, and processes used to achieve goals and essential skills for college and career.
• Life goals of our academies are developed with each student and designed to help them develop purpose through building leadership skills and increasing self-esteem/confidence via real-life application of solving practical-everyday problems that often have an impact on life, work, health, and overall well-being. Identified students have the potential to become scientists, engineers, and leaders in their community, yet lack access to academic enrichment programs that support their aptitude during the longest period of time school is not is session, summer. Our STEM academies reinforce and encourage students to consider STEM careers, take STEM classes during high school, participate in their school-site MESA program and pursue Stem fields as college majors.
• Student Profile-RFTSSA: Student participation in the RFTSSA is based on academic criteria. Recruitment starts while students are current 6th graders. Currently, students in grades 7-12 participate in the Stockton academy. Once enrolled, students continue their summer participation through their 12th-grade year.
• Program Design: The program, presented over the course of six summers, introduces students to progressively challenging STEM concepts at each returning grade level (rising 7th - rising 12th). The college-level curriculum methodology covers concepts students typically experience during post-secondary education. The instructional delivery model is project-based and focuses on introducing students to STEM via themed topics. Inclusive are pre/post-tests, guest speakers, team projects, class presentations, library research, field trips, special events, homework, and skill assessments.
  
  

The STEM Curriculum Developer will also work closely with the STEM Program Coordinator with a focus on continuing to build, expand, and improve & enhance academy program delivery into future years. Additionally, be instrumental in assisting other teachers with curriculum implementation and project development. The STEM Curriculum Developer will also work closely with the STEM Program Coordinator, other teachers, and classroom STEM Learning Coaches to deliver the daily curriculum. The STEM Curriculum Developer is required to attend staff orientation, Minors on Campus Training, staff meetings, and other program preparation activities.

The STEM Curriculum Developer will be responsible for teaching one of the following:

• STEM introductory themed core topics in Logic and Engineering to a cohort of up to 25-7th grade students or
• STEM introductory themed core topics Physics and Algebraic Structures to a cohort of up to 20-8th grade students or
• STEM introductory themed core topics in Problem Solving and Statistics to a cohort of up to 20-9th grade students or
• STEM introductory themed core topics in water and computer science to a cohort of up to 20-10th grade students or
• STEM introductory themed core topics in Aeronautics to a cohort of up to 20-11th grade students or
• STEM introductory themed core topics in job training and mentoring skills to a cohort of up to 20-11th grade students.
  
  

Skills

STEM skills and knowledge will be developed in areas that strengthen students' ability to problem solve; reason; conject and apply mathematical knowledge logically and systematically. Other focus areas will be:

• Developing critical thinking, abstract reasoning, and systematic analysis
• Demonstrating, through an integrated and hands-on approach, the application of mathematics to diverse disciplines (particularly in the fields of science, computer science, and engineering), and to a wide range of career opportunities
• Developing basic mathematical skills and knowledge
• Learning to communicate and reason mathematically - both orally and in writing
• Learning that hard work, perseverance and commitment result in meaningful knowledge and pride in accomplishment through experiences of success in a rigorous academic program.
  
  

Academy Dates: June 2 - June 27, 2025. Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm. The STEM Curriculum Developer is expected to be available a week prior to the academy start date for PD, classroom set-up, staff meetings, etc. Students attend daily Monday - Friday. The STEM Curriculum Developer is expected to participate in the opening ceremony (parent-student orientation) on Monday, June 2nd, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & the closing ceremony on Saturday, June 28th, 7:00 am - 12:00 pm, and other evening events (2 parent training evenings.)

Essential Functions

The STEM Curriculum Developer functions, duties & responsibilities:

• Model effective strategies for integrating Common Core and STEM education.
• Design and develop engaging and age-appropriate STEM curriculum in alignment with state standards, ensuring that the curriculum is relevant to the California State Standards as outlined in the contract between UOP and SUSD.
• Deliver high-quality instruction to students, utilizing effective teaching strategies, resources, and technologies to promote student engagement and learning.
• Participate in RFTSSA evaluation activities, collecting data and soliciting feedback to assess the effectiveness of the program.
• Facilitate hands-on experiments, activities, and projects that enable students to apply their knowledge, develop problem-solving skills, and foster creativity.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and support to students during activities to ensure safety and effective learning outcomes.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment where students work together in teams to solve problems, share ideas, and engage in group projects.
• Encourage teamwork, critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills among students.
• Implement effective assessment strategies to evaluate student understanding, track progress, and provide timely feedback.
• Utilize various assessment methods such as tests, projects, presentations, and practical demonstrations to gauge student knowledge and skills.
• Identify individual student needs and provide differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Offer extra support or enrichment opportunities to students as necessary, ensuring all learners have the opportunity to succeed.
• Teach, model, and facilitate research-based best practices within the RFTSSA.
• Serve as a mentor or coach for fellow teachers in STEM education topics and pedagogy.
• Conduct non-evaluative observations of teachers and provide support and constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with teachers to identify the instructional needs of students, set learning goals and targets, and to assist with developing best practices for continuous academic growth.
• Assist teachers with the collection and analysis of data to inform instruction, including progress towards pre/posttests.
• Maintain predictable and regular positive daily attendance at work site and maintain a neat appearance suitable for public contact.
• Verify completion of Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training, Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, and any other required trainings within the first week of hire.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

The University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree, Administrative Credential, & valid Multiple Subject Credential, or Single Subject Mathematics or Science teaching credential, or STEM Degree/certification.
• Ten (10) years minimum of related work experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring teachers, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to speak and understand Spanish.
• Understand and support The Tomorrow Project's mission and philosophy and to promote a positive image of the program.
• Contribute to a harmonious program atmosphere by working cooperatively with all colleagues.
• Respect the confidentiality of private information relating to students, colleagues, and the operations of the program.
• Refrain from establishing close relationships with colleagues, students, parents or trustees that would compromise professional integrity.
• Demonstrate responsibility and punctuality.
• Display flexibility in responding to new situations and expectations, a positive attitude and a helpful, nonjudgmental demeanor.
• Show willingness to consider and implement suggestions for improvement.
• Model the good character traits that academy students are expected to embody.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel

Work is primarily performed in both office and academic environments. Most work is performed during standard business hours. Must be flexible to work on a selected evening for parent training and a Saturday morning for closing ceremony.

Hiring Range: $67.00/hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/30216

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

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