Saturday STEM Instructor

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 994,000 - 1,416,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is seeking three teachers for its inquiry-based, hands-on Saturday STEM programs. The role delivers practical instruction to students in the St. Clair County area, with all materials supplied and volunteer assistants available.

Sessions run on specified dates in 2026, with trainings and prep periods included. Teachers are paid $35 per hour, with an emphasis on collaboration and hands-on learning.

Qualifications

• Attend training and learn curricular content and activities organized by IMSA Hub Manager.
• Assist in organization and implementation of the program.
• Teach and supervise students as part of the IMSA Saturday STEM programs.

Responsibilities

• Attend training and learn curricular content and activities organized by IMSA Hub Manager.
• Assist in the organization and implementation of said program.
• Teach and supervise students as part of the IMSA Saturday STEM programs.
• Engage with other teachers in organizing the programs.
• Communicate with staff about programmatic needs.
• Supervise teacher assistants when applicable.
• Organize provided supplies for the program.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Position Overview

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is hiring three teachers for its inquiry-based, hands-on Saturday STEM programs. This position delivers hands-on instruction to program participants in the St. Clair County, IL area. All program materials are provided. Each teacher is supported by one or more volunteer assistants.

Position Overview

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is hiring three teachers for its inquiry-based, hands-on Saturday STEM programs. This position delivers hands-on instruction to program participants in the St. Clair County, IL area. All program materials are provided. Each teacher is supported by one or more volunteer assistants.

Each program area will serve up to 24 elementary/middle school students on October 24, November 7, and December 5, 2026.

Hours/Schedule This position requires

• 2 hours of training (virtually) TBD
• 8 hours of curriculum review and preparation
• 5 hours of teaching, classroom set up and take down during each Saturday STEM session date listed above

Teachers will be paid an hourly rate of $35/hour. This position is not benefits eligible.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Attend training and learn curricular content and activities as organized by IMSA Hub Manager.
• Assist in the organization and implementation of said program.
• Teach and supervise students as part of the IMSA Saturday STEM programs.
• Engage with other teacher(s) in the organization of the programs.
• Communicate with other staff members about programmatic needs.
• Supervise and collaborate with teacher assistants, when applicable.
• Organize provided supplies for program.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Attend training and learn curricular content and activities as organized by IMSA Hub Manager.
• Assist in the organization and implementation of said program.
• Teach and supervise students as part of the IMSA Saturday STEM programs.
• Engage with other teacher(s) in the organization of the programs.
• Communicate with other staff members about programmatic needs.
• Supervise and collaborate with teacher assistants, when applicable.
• Organize provided supplies for program.