Summer STEM Academy — Now Hiring!
The University Center at Ponca City is hiring for its Summer STEM Academy, a hands-on learning program for school-aged students. We're looking for enthusiastic instructors and assistants to help make this summer's academy a great experience. The 2026 academy runs the weeks of June 15–18, June 22–25, July 6–9, and July 13–16. Not every position will work every camp week.
STEM Academy Instructor
(Temporary Part-Time)
(Temporary Part-Time)
Instructors teach engaging, hands-on STEM lessons for elementary, middle, and high school students. Topics may include robotics, coding, game design, forensics, energy, 3-D printing, and more.
Responsibilities Teach STEM courses aligned with the academy curriculum and facilitate hands-on activities and projects. Engage and mentor students in an interactive classroom setting. Support student learning through demonstrations, discussions, and project work. Collaborate with academy staff to ensure a positive program experience. Follow University Center policies and youth program safety guidelines.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field or related discipline (preferred). Experience teaching, tutoring, or mentoring students. Experience providing STEM instruction. Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills.
Compensation Competitive hourly rate depending on qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities Teach STEM courses aligned with the academy curriculum and facilitate hands-on activities and projects. Engage and mentor students in an interactive classroom setting. Support student learning through demonstrations, discussions, and project work. Collaborate with academy staff to ensure a positive program experience. Follow University Center policies and youth program safety guidelines.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field or related discipline (preferred). Experience teaching, tutoring, or mentoring students. Experience providing STEM instruction. Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills.
Compensation Competitive hourly rate depending on qualifications and experience.
STEM Academy Assistant
(Temporary Part-Time)
(Temporary Part-Time)
Instructors teach engaging, hands-on STEM lessons for elementary, middle, and high school students. Topics may include robotics, coding, game design, forensics, energy, 3-D printing, and more.
Responsibilities Teach STEM courses aligned with the academy curriculum and facilitate hands-on activities and projects. Engage and mentor students in an interactive classroom setting. Support student learning through demonstrations, discussions, and project work. Collaborate with academy staff to ensure a positive program experience. Follow University Center policies and youth program safety guidelines.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field or related discipline (preferred). Experience teaching, tutoring, or mentoring students. Experience providing STEM instruction. Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills.
Compensation Competitive hourly rate depending on qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities Teach STEM courses aligned with the academy curriculum and facilitate hands-on activities and projects. Engage and mentor students in an interactive classroom setting. Support student learning through demonstrations, discussions, and project work. Collaborate with academy staff to ensure a positive program experience. Follow University Center policies and youth program safety guidelines.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field or related discipline (preferred). Experience teaching, tutoring, or mentoring students. Experience providing STEM instruction. Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills.
Compensation Competitive hourly rate depending on qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Download the Staff Employment Application below and submit it by email, mail, or in person:
University Center at Ponca City
2800 N. 14th St. Ponca City, OK 74601
Email: [email protected] Phone: (580) 718-5600
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University Center at Ponca City
2800 N. 14th St. Ponca City, OK 74601
Email: [email protected] Phone: (580) 718-5600
Download Application (PDF) ← Link this to the uploaded application PDF
or click the button below
