Job Description

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Tidewater Community College – Future Scientists
7001 College Drive, Suffolk, VA 23435

Program Dates: July 13 – July 17, 2026
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tidewater Community College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Future Scientists Instructor to lead a week-long STEM enrichment program for youth. The instructor will engage students through hands-on experiments, interactive demonstrations, and inquiry-based learning activities designed to spark curiosity and foster a love of science.

The ideal candidate is passionate about science education and can create a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to explore, question, and discover.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead age-appropriate science lessons, experiments, and STEM activities.
• Introduce students to a variety of scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and environmental science.
• Facilitate hands-on learning experiences that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Supervise students throughout the program and ensure a safe learning environment.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials, equipment, and experiment supplies.
• Adapt instruction to meet the needs and interests of diverse learners.
• Encourage teamwork, creativity, and scientific inquiry.
• Communicate professionally with program staff, parents, and guardians as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching science, STEM, or enrichment programs for youth.
• Background in science, education, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to make scientific concepts engaging, accessible, and fun.
• Experience leading hands-on experiments and activities is highly desirable.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Ability to pass any required background screening.

Schedule & Compensation

• Dates: July 13 – July 17, 2026
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Tidewater Community College, 7001 College Drive, Suffolk, VA 23435
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Preferred Skills

• Experience with STEM camps, summer camps, after-school programs, or youth workshops.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures.
• Ability to inspire curiosity and excitement about scientific discovery.
• Experience developing engaging project-based learning activities.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Suffolk, VA 23435 (Required)

Work Location: In person