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College STEM Instructor & Student Success Advisor
Company: COC Global Education
Location: Santa Clarita, CA 91350
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $5,000–$6,000 per month
Work Location: In Person
Schedule: Full-time, with some scheduled evening and weekend availability
Benefits: Optional Complimentary Housing and Meals
Position Overview
COC Global Education is seeking a dedicated, academically strong, and student-centered College STEM Instructor & Student Success Advisor to support college students in their academic success, personal development, and daily student life.
This position goes beyond traditional tutoring. We are looking for an educator who can not only teach college-level STEM subjects but also mentor students, encourage personal responsibility, develop effective study habits, and help students navigate academic and personal challenges.
The ideal candidate combines strong academic expertise, excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and a genuine passion for student development.
Candidates with experience in academic advising, student affairs, residential education, or international student support are especially encouraged to apply.
Complimentary housing and meal benefits may be available for candidates interested in a live-in arrangement. Living on-site is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities1. Academic Instruction & Support
- Provide individual and small-group instruction in college-level STEM subjects, including Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related disciplines.
- Develop personalized academic support plans based on students' needs and learning goals.
- Monitor academic progress, assignments, and study habits.
- Help students improve time management, organization, problem-solving skills, and academic accountability.
- Identify students experiencing academic difficulties and provide proactive support.
- Collaborate with the academic advising team to promote student success and retention.
Candidates are not expected to teach every STEM subject listed above. Strong expertise in college-level Mathematics or Physics is especially preferred.
2. Student Development & Mentorship
- Build positive, professional, and supportive relationships with students.
- Mentor students in personal responsibility, independence, self-discipline, and effective decision-making.
- Help students address academic motivation, attendance, time management, and behavioral challenges.
- Guide students through interpersonal conflicts using constructive communication and problem-solving approaches.
- Encourage a respectful, accountable, and supportive student community.
- Communicate with parents and team members as appropriate regarding student progress and concerns.
3. Residential Life & Student Management
- Support the daily supervision and coordination of residential student life.
- Reinforce residential community expectations, student responsibilities, and established conduct policies.
- Assist students in developing independent living skills and healthy daily routines.
- Address student concerns, roommate conflicts, and behavioral issues professionally.
- Collaborate with residential operations staff to maintain a safe, structured, and positive student living environment.
- Participate in scheduled residential supervision, student activities, and evening student support when needed.
Note: Routine housekeeping, cooking, and property maintenance are handled by separate operational staff. This position focuses primarily on education, mentorship, and student management.
4. Student Transportation & Safety
- Assist with scheduled student transportation and student-related activities when needed.
- Safely operate company-authorized vehicles for which the employee is legally licensed and qualified.
- Follow all applicable traffic laws, transportation procedures, and student safety policies.
- Maintain professional judgment and responsibility when supervising or transporting students.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM-related field, such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or Biology.
- Strong academic knowledge and the ability to teach at least one college-level STEM subject.
- Previous experience in teaching, tutoring, academic coaching, student mentoring, or a closely related educational role.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with college students and establish appropriate professional boundaries.
- Strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, patience, and sound judgment.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a student support team.
- Ability and willingness to work on-site in Santa Clarita, California.
Driver's License & Driving Requirements — Mandatory
- Must possess a valid, active driver's license and be legally authorized to drive in California at the time of employment.
- Must have practical driving experience and be comfortable transporting students when assigned.
- Must be willing to drive company-authorized vehicles as part of assigned responsibilities.
- Must provide proof of valid driving privileges and meet applicable driving-record and company vehicle insurance requirements.
- Must maintain valid driving privileges throughout employment.
A valid driver's license and the ability to drive are essential requirements of this position, not optional qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in a STEM-related or education-related discipline.
- Experience teaching college-level Mathematics or Physics.
- Experience working with community college students or international students.
- Background in academic advising, student affairs, residential life, or student development.
- Experience mentoring young adults and managing student behavioral or interpersonal challenges.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese.
- Willingness to participate in an optional live-in residential arrangement.
Compensation & Benefits
- Monthly Salary: $5,000–$6,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and responsibilities.
- Applicable overtime compensation in accordance with wage and hour laws.
- Optional complimentary housing for eligible candidates interested in an agreed live-in arrangement.
- Complimentary meal benefits under applicable arrangements.
- Opportunities for professional growth in academic advising, STEM education, and student development.
- Collaborative, student-centered educational work environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' academic success and personal growth.
Housing arrangements and any associated residential responsibilities will be discussed separately and clearly defined before employment.
Ideal Candidate
We are particularly interested in candidates who:
- Are passionate about education and helping students succeed.
- Have strong academic knowledge and enjoy teaching.
- Can motivate students and guide them toward greater independence and accountability.
- Are mature, dependable, patient, and confident in handling student-related challenges.
- Can balance a supportive mentoring approach with clear expectations and appropriate boundaries.
- Are interested in contributing to both academic excellence and a positive student living environment.
- Are seeking a meaningful, long-term opportunity in education and student development.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume through Indeed.
In your application, please briefly describe:
- The college-level STEM subjects you are qualified to teach.
- Your experience in teaching, academic advising, student mentoring, or student management.
- Whether you would consider an optional live-in arrangement with complimentary housing and meal benefits.
We look forward to connecting with educators who are committed to helping students grow academically, personally, and professionally.
Pay: $5,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- international students: 1 year (Preferred)
- college coaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Mandarin (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
College STEM Instructor & Student Success Advisor
Company: COC Global Education
Location: Santa Clarita, CA 91350
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $5,000–$6,000 per month
Work Location: In Person
Schedule: Full-time, with some scheduled evening and weekend availability
Benefits: Optional Complimentary Housing and Meals
Position Overview
COC Global Education is seeking a dedicated, academically strong, and student-centered College STEM Instructor & Student Success Advisor to support college students in their academic success, personal development, and daily student life.
This position goes beyond traditional tutoring. We are looking for an educator who can not only teach college-level STEM subjects but also mentor students, encourage personal responsibility, develop effective study habits, and help students navigate academic and personal challenges.
The ideal candidate combines strong academic expertise, excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and a genuine passion for student development.
Candidates with experience in academic advising, student affairs, residential education, or international student support are especially encouraged to apply.
Complimentary housing and meal benefits may be available for candidates interested in a live-in arrangement. Living on-site is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities1. Academic Instruction & Support
- Provide individual and small-group instruction in college-level STEM subjects, including Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related disciplines.
- Develop personalized academic support plans based on students' needs and learning goals.
- Monitor academic progress, assignments, and study habits.
- Help students improve time management, organization, problem-solving skills, and academic accountability.
- Identify students experiencing academic difficulties and provide proactive support.
- Collaborate with the academic advising team to promote student success and retention.
Candidates are not expected to teach every STEM subject listed above. Strong expertise in college-level Mathematics or Physics is especially preferred.
2. Student Development & Mentorship
- Build positive, professional, and supportive relationships with students.
- Mentor students in personal responsibility, independence, self-discipline, and effective decision-making.
- Help students address academic motivation, attendance, time management, and behavioral challenges.
- Guide students through interpersonal conflicts using constructive communication and problem-solving approaches.
- Encourage a respectful, accountable, and supportive student community.
- Communicate with parents and team members as appropriate regarding student progress and concerns.
3. Residential Life & Student Management
- Support the daily supervision and coordination of residential student life.
- Reinforce residential community expectations, student responsibilities, and established conduct policies.
- Assist students in developing independent living skills and healthy daily routines.
- Address student concerns, roommate conflicts, and behavioral issues professionally.
- Collaborate with residential operations staff to maintain a safe, structured, and positive student living environment.
- Participate in scheduled residential supervision, student activities, and evening student support when needed.
Note: Routine housekeeping, cooking, and property maintenance are handled by separate operational staff. This position focuses primarily on education, mentorship, and student management.
4. Student Transportation & Safety
- Assist with scheduled student transportation and student-related activities when needed.
- Safely operate company-authorized vehicles for which the employee is legally licensed and qualified.
- Follow all applicable traffic laws, transportation procedures, and student safety policies.
- Maintain professional judgment and responsibility when supervising or transporting students.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM-related field, such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or Biology.
- Strong academic knowledge and the ability to teach at least one college-level STEM subject.
- Previous experience in teaching, tutoring, academic coaching, student mentoring, or a closely related educational role.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with college students and establish appropriate professional boundaries.
- Strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, patience, and sound judgment.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a student support team.
- Ability and willingness to work on-site in Santa Clarita, California.
Driver's License & Driving Requirements — Mandatory
- Must possess a valid, active driver's license and be legally authorized to drive in California at the time of employment.
- Must have practical driving experience and be comfortable transporting students when assigned.
- Must be willing to drive company-authorized vehicles as part of assigned responsibilities.
- Must provide proof of valid driving privileges and meet applicable driving-record and company vehicle insurance requirements.
- Must maintain valid driving privileges throughout employment.
A valid driver's license and the ability to drive are essential requirements of this position, not optional qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in a STEM-related or education-related discipline.
- Experience teaching college-level Mathematics or Physics.
- Experience working with community college students or international students.
- Background in academic advising, student affairs, residential life, or student development.
- Experience mentoring young adults and managing student behavioral or interpersonal challenges.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin Chinese.
- Willingness to participate in an optional live-in residential arrangement.
Compensation & Benefits
- Monthly Salary: $5,000–$6,000, depending on qualifications, experience, and responsibilities.
- Applicable overtime compensation in accordance with wage and hour laws.
- Optional complimentary housing for eligible candidates interested in an agreed live-in arrangement.
- Complimentary meal benefits under applicable arrangements.
- Opportunities for professional growth in academic advising, STEM education, and student development.
- Collaborative, student-centered educational work environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' academic success and personal growth.
Housing arrangements and any associated residential responsibilities will be discussed separately and clearly defined before employment.
Ideal Candidate
We are particularly interested in candidates who:
- Are passionate about education and helping students succeed.
- Have strong academic knowledge and enjoy teaching.
- Can motivate students and guide them toward greater independence and accountability.
- Are mature, dependable, patient, and confident in handling student-related challenges.
- Can balance a supportive mentoring approach with clear expectations and appropriate boundaries.
- Are interested in contributing to both academic excellence and a positive student living environment.
- Are seeking a meaningful, long-term opportunity in education and student development.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume through Indeed.
In your application, please briefly describe:
- The college-level STEM subjects you are qualified to teach.
- Your experience in teaching, academic advising, student mentoring, or student management.
- Whether you would consider an optional live-in arrangement with complimentary housing and meal benefits.
We look forward to connecting with educators who are committed to helping students grow academically, personally, and professionally.
Pay: $5,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- international students: 1 year (Preferred)
- college coaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Mandarin (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in STEM instructor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education, a STEM field, or a related discipline
- State teaching license or subject-area endorsement for K-12 positions
- Experience delivering hands-on STEM lessons or curriculum to students
- Proficiency in coding languages or tools relevant to the role, such as Python or Scratch
- Familiarity with project-based learning frameworks and differentiated instruction strategies
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage diverse learners
Tips for Your STEM Instructor Job Search
Tailor your resume to grade bands
STEM instructor postings almost always specify an age group or grade band. Customize your resume header and summary to match each one explicitly, whether that's elementary coding clubs, middle school robotics, or high school AP sciences.
List every credential and certification clearly
State teaching licenses, subject endorsements, and program-specific certifications like Project Lead The Way on a dedicated credentials line. Many applicant tracking systems screen for these exact strings, and burying them in job descriptions causes your application to get filtered out.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists stem instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show curriculum you have built or adapted
Hiring managers for stem instructor roles care about concrete curriculum work. Include a portfolio link or attach a one-page sample lesson plan that demonstrates how you scaffold complex concepts for your target age group.
Prepare a live demonstration for interviews
Most stem instructor interviews include a demo lesson or teach-back segment. Plan a five-to-ten-minute hands-on activity you can deliver to a small adult panel, since showing how you engage students beats any verbal description.
Negotiate start dates around academic calendars
School-year and program cohort start dates are largely fixed, so negotiate around those anchors rather than on salary alone. Asking for a later start or a paid onboarding period in the weeks before cohort launch is often more achievable than a pay bump.
STEM Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most stem instructors?
The most active employers for stem instructors right now are Impact Kids, Nexplore, and Play-Well TEKnologies, and the most openings are in California, New York, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. School districts, after-school enrichment programs, and ed-tech organizations consistently make up the largest share of postings.
How many stem instructor jobs are remote?
About 8% of stem instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote roles concentrated in curriculum development, online tutoring platforms, and virtual coding bootcamps rather than traditional classroom instruction. In-person delivery roles at schools and community centers remain predominantly on-site.
How do you become a stem instructor?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in education or a STEM discipline, then complete your state's teacher certification program if you plan to work in K-12 schools. Build hands-on experience through tutoring, after-school programs, or summer camps. Develop a portfolio of lesson plans and student projects, and pursue subject-specific certifications to strengthen your candidacy for specialized roles.
Can I get a stem instructor job with little or no teaching experience?
Yes, many ed-tech companies and after-school programs hire candidates whose professional STEM background substitutes for formal teaching experience. Highlight any mentoring, coaching, tutoring, or workshop facilitation you've done. Completing a short pedagogical training, such as a teaching certificate program or a project-based learning workshop, can close the gap and signal readiness to hiring managers.
What does the stem instructor interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial phone or video screen, a panel interview with academic coordinators or program leads, and a demo lesson where you teach a brief activity to the interview panel. Some employers add a written curriculum task or a background check step before extending an offer. The whole process typically runs two to four rounds over several weeks.
Where can I find and apply to stem instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to stem instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your subject area, grade level, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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