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Summer STEM Instructor

Princeton-Blairstown Center
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Inspire the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders as a STEM Instructor!

Are you passionate about STEM, environmental education, and the great outdoors? Are you eager to make a difference in the lives of youth from historically marginalized communities? If so, Princeton-Blairstown Center (PBC) has the perfect opportunity for you!

This summer, join a dynamic and diverse team at our award-winning Summer Bridge Program, located on PBC’s breathtaking 268-acre campus near the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. As a STEM Instructor, you’ll play a key role in addressing the "summer learning gap" by creating innovative, hands-on learning experiences that combine STEM education, environmental awareness, and social-emotional development.

Your Role:

As a STEM Instructor/Facilitator, you will:

  • Lead small cohorts of 10–12 middle and early high school students in outdoor, experiential STEM and environmental science activities.
  • Develop and deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that inspire environmental stewardship and critical thinking.
  • Utilize a youth development model to actively involve participants in achieving both individual and group goals.
  • Foster growth in students’ social-emotional learning (SEL), problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
  • Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that promotes curiosity and a love for nature.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement PBC’s adventure-based experiential and environmental education curriculum.
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during activities.
  • Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver a memorable and impactful summer experience.

Why Join Us?

  • Make a Difference: Help students from underserved communities unlock their potential and develop life-changing skills.
  • Work in Nature: Enjoy teaching in a stunning outdoor classroom and make the most of PBC’s unique natural setting.
  • Be Part of a Team: Collaborate with passionate, equity-focused professionals dedicated to positive youth development.

What We’re Looking For:

We seek individuals who are enthusiastic about teaching, love the outdoors, and are committed to equity and youth empowerment. A background in STEM, environmental science, or education is a plus, but above all, we value creativity, enthusiasm, and a desire to inspire!

 

MAJOR DUTIES

  • Develop and deliver innovative hands-on STEM curriculum, set-up and maintain Hunt Environmental Education Center and other instructional facilities.
  • Collaborate with the Sustainability Coordinator and other PBC staff to help maintain the PBC garden and deliver instructional programming related to food justice, food insecurity, and sustainable agriculture.
  • Provide overnight supervision of participants as needed.
  • Design a learning sequence using PBC curriculum, create lesson plans, and develop new program activities appropriate to the participant population.
  • Ensure the safety of all participants at all times.
  • Maintain a friendly, cooperative, and professional relationship with fellow staff, chaperones, and partner organization stakeholders.
  • Correctly teach outdoor adventure, environmental education, and wilderness specific skills to participants as per PBC expectations and protocols.
  • Provide support and supervision for off-site day trips as needed.
  • Assist with program logistics and administrative duties.
  • Assist with housekeeping and facility upkeep as needed.
  • Participate in job-related training and staff meetings.
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external individuals to ensure the successful functioning of the Blairstown Campus and PBC programs.
  • Demonstrate a professional demeanor which is reflective of the values and standards of the Princeton-Blairstown Center in all formal and informal contacts with the organization’s constituencies, including consistent adherence to PBC electronic devices policy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Required) 

  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Some college, preferably in Education, Psychology, Environmental Science, or STEM related fields.
  • Able to work long hours, including evening and late-night programs.
  • Able to live and work in both outdoor spaces and rustic environments.
  • Able to lift and carry up to 40 plus pounds for extended periods at a time while backpacking.
  • Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency.
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, professionalism, a commitment to lead by example, and dedication to the mission of Princeton-Blairstown Center.

 

QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred) 

  • Experience working with young people, individually and in groups.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Outstanding customer service skills, group facilitation skills, and logistical planning experience.
  • First Aid, CPR, and ARC Lifeguard Certification.
  • Experience living or working with people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.

Salary $5,000 for the season ($625 per week) plus room, board and training (valued at approximately $400/week).

You must arrive on Sunday, June 15th as training starts promptly on Monday, June 16th. Check out date at the end of the program is Sunday, August 10th.

If interested, fill out a Job Interest form at https://tinyurl.com/2025STEMPBC, or send resume/cover letter to rburton@princetonblairstown.org

PLEASE NOTE:  YOU MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE U.S.  WE DO NOT SPONSOR STUDENTS.

BIPOC are strongly encouraged to apply. The Princeton-Blairstown Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its work and staffing.