Coordinator - UOP Reach for The Stars STEM Academy - Stockton (Temporary)

University of the Pacific•Stockton, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Purpose The Coordinator, UOP Reach for the Stars STEM Academy ( RFTSSA ) has excellent organizational & leadership skills and demonstrates excellent communication in various settings and with a variety of school -based and professional university & community partners. Under the direct supervision of the School of Engineering Assistant Dean for Student Success, the Coordinator 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 2026 on the Stockton University of the Pacific campus. Program service areas and location: The RFTSSA serves students in the Stockton Unified School District. 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 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 RFTSSAis 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 Coordinator will work directly with the Assistant Dean with a focus on continuing to build, expand, and improve & enhance academy program delivery into future years. Additionally, be instrumental in assisting teachers with curriculum implementation and project development. The Coordinator will also work closely with the Lead teacher, other teachers, and classroom Teaching Assistants to deliver the daily curriculum. The Coordinator is required to attend staff orientation, Minors on Campus Training, staff meetings, and other program preparation activities. 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 to 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 1 – June 26, 2026. Monday through Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm. Teachers are 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. Coordinator is expected to participate in the opening ceremony (parent-student orientation) Monday, June 1st 9a – 12p & the closing ceremony on Saturday, June 27th 7a – 12p.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and a valid Multiple Subject Credential, or Single Subject Mathematics, or Science teaching credential, or STEM certification.
Ten (10) years of direct teaching experience in a public middle and/or high school setting.
Five (5) years of coordinator/project management experience in a public middle and/or high school setting.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to: Work successfully with diverse students and collegial populations in a variety of settings.
Engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in the learning environment.
Promote and enhance diversity and inclusion in professional practices.
Speak and understand Spanish.
Use a variety of STEM -related educational tools such as, but not limited to: 3D printing, AutoCAD, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, Arduino, Makey-Makey, Codecademy, Sphero, Tynker, BeeBot, Parrot MiniDrone.
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.

Responsibilities

Support Tomorrow Project Administrator in all administrative functions of the academy.
Assist and support current and new academies related to the Tomorrow Project.
Provide staff development for teachers and teaching assistants regarding the philosophical application and long-term goals of the Tomorrow Project and the purpose of project-based curriculum development.
Provide classroom instructional support as needed.
Collaborate with teachers to reinforce curriculum implementation and behavioral restorative justice.
Observe instructional methodologies and provide feedback to teachers with consultative guidance from Program Administrator.
Work with Tomorrow Project Administrator to collect academy data.
Keep up-to-date records of equipment, materials, maintenance, and supplies.
Support teachers in monitoring daily activities (student breaks, lunch, field trips etc.).
Hold daily staff meetings with teachers and/or teaching assistants.
Serves as liaison between the Tomorrow Project Administrator and academy site administrators for all academy related needs/issues.
Coordinate logistics for ordering classroom instructional supplies, setting up field trips, ordering daily lunches and snacks, etc.
Maintain up to date reconciled operating budget for academy (not to include personnel costs).
Plan, coordinate, and oversee other events, such as parent training, community outreach, etc.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with students and staff to provide a sense of connectedness with the academy and academy site personnel.
Assist with program marketing and outreach.
Serve as a first-stop source of assistance to parents, Sacramento Oak Park site administrators, academy classroom teachers, visitors, and other public entities for academy related information.
Assist with oversight and management of budget and accounting record keeping for the academy.
Maintain records, prepares forms, verifies information, and resolves issues requiring knowledge of University and academy processes.
Oversee academy activity calendar and schedule meetings, fieldtrips, events, etc.
Provide Ad-Hoc reports as requested.
Interview, supervise, and train teaching assistants, volunteers, and/or work study students.
Update program website pages as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.