Medical Rotations Instructor: EXPLO Middle School (Summer)
Exploration School
Wellesley, Massachusetts
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$5,200–$5,200
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Wellesley, Massachusetts
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30+ days ago
Medical Rotations Instructor
EXPLO Middle School at Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA, USA
www.explo.org
EXPLO Middle School at Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA, USA
www.explo.org
Program Dates: June 24 – July 24, 2026 (in-person, weekdays only)
Questions? Contact us at
Ready to apply? Visit https://explo.org/meet-us/faculty-staff/hiring
faculty_hiring@explo.org
Ready to apply? Visit https://explo.org/meet-us/faculty-staff/hiring
About EXPLO Middle School: EXPLO Middle School is an innovative 4-week summer program serving students in grades 6–8, consisting of two 2-week sessions on Wellesley College's beautiful campus. Students choose between EXPLO 360°, a diverse menu of classes exploring multiple subjects and interests, or one of our Focus Programs — intensive, specialized tracks in Veterinary Science or Medical Rotations. Classes are led by subject-area experts and professional teachers, while Student Advisors facilitate activities, events, and all other aspects of the campus community experience.
About This Opportunity: We're looking for medical professionals, innovative researchers, and dynamic teachers to lead our Medical Rotations Focus Program. As the instructor, you'll bring EXPLO's expert-designed, project-based curriculum to life while infusing your teaching with your own expertise, interests, and passion for the field.
You'll guide bright, curious middle schoolers through an experience that emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving — all supported by EXPLO's Office of Teaching and Learning. You'll also have the opportunity to facilitate connections with guest speakers and organizations working on the frontiers of medicine, inspiring students to explore new areas of study and potential future career paths.
The curriculum features visiting faculty, guest speakers, off-campus trips, and projects with organizations at the cutting edge of the field. The course runs for two weeks and is then repeated for a second session. For more information about the course, visit https://explo.org/medical-rotations.
Your Role as Instructor: Working alongside EXPLO's curriculum development team and Office of Teaching and Learning, you'll:
- Guide students through hands-on, project-based learning experiences rooted in real-world medicine.
- Foster collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Facilitate connections with guest speakers and professionals shaping the future of medicine.
- Inspire students to explore new areas of study and potential career pathways.
- Chaperone off-campus academic trips, integrating those experiences with curricular content.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and customize EXPLO's project-based curriculum in close collaboration with our curriculum coaches, drawing on your own research, professional practice, and interests.
- Teach each weekday with an on-campus commitment from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday–Friday (some off-campus trip days may extend slightly beyond regular hours, within normal business hours).
- Complete daily preparation required for an engaging student experience, including lab preparation and classroom setup.
- Facilitate connections with external partners and guest speakers, as appropriate.
- Attend weekly faculty meetings and provide student feedback throughout the program.
- Chaperone off-campus academic trips with your class to integrate real-world experiences with curricular content.
Program Details + Compensation:
- Duration: 4.5 weeks (seasonal position).
- Training: 3-day on-campus orientation begins Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Remote pre-season coaching (lesson plan review, content preparation) scheduled flexibly based on your availability.
- Compensation: $5,200 (based on experience and qualifications).
Perks:
- Daily lunch provided.
- Limited on-campus housing available (additional program responsibilities required).
What We're Looking For:
Education + Experience:
- Degree in a medical or related field (minimum required).
- Recent professional or academic experience in a medical field.
- Post-graduation professional experience strongly preferred.
Availability + Authorization:
- Available to work on campus for the entire program duration.
- Authorized to work in the United States (or ability to obtain authorization before program start).
Skills + Qualities:
- Passion for working with middle school students.
- Deep expertise in medicine or a related field.
- Enthusiasm for project-based, experiential learning.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Physical Requirements:
This role involves:
- Occasional lifting and carrying of supplies and lab materials.
- Event setup and teardown.
- Extended periods of standing and walking.
- Significant daily walking across Wellesley College's expansive campus.
- Setting up indoor and outdoor learning spaces, including lab preparation, before students arrive.
EXPLO provides reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Accommodation requests must be submitted in writing prior to the summer program.
Apply Now! Visit: https://explo.org/meet-us/faculty-staff/hiring Email questions to:
faculty_hiring@explo.org
Our Commitment to Diversity + Inclusion: EXPLO is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team where everyone belongs. We actively seek talented people from all backgrounds to join us in doing their best work. As part of the Exploration School, EXPLO does not discriminate based on physical disability, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, or national or ethnic origin in any educational policies, admissions, scholarships, or programs. We ensure all students enjoy the full rights and privileges available at our School.
About Exploration School:
At EXPLO, our engine is curiosity. We drive joyful learning through investigation, collaboration, and play. We’re a mission-driven, educational non-profit with more than 89,000 student alumni who hail from 90 countries. We offer day and residential summer programs for clever and curious students in grades 4 through 12 on three of the most beautiful college campuses on the East Coast of the U.S. For many, EXPLO is a life-changing experience. Our students sometimes describe it as the place where they feel like the truest version of themselves. We know you’ll transform the lives of our students. We hope the experience will transform yours, too.
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