OK STEM CENTERS… 

is a statewide network of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Master Teachers (MT’s), The network is dedicated to providing regional, high quality professional development for PreK-12 teachers with the goal of improving student achievement in STEM.

OK STEM CENTERS activities will be held in collaboration with Career Tech Centers/regional universities where resident content experts can be a resource for each Master Teacher.

Master Teachers will be required to attend monthly training at the University of Central Oklahoma, do online content modules provided by the National Science Teachers Association, develop lesson plans for a statewide STEM Teacher Website to support the Oklahoma Academic Standards for Science, and work at least 2 afternoons a week with their regional partners and/or teachers. Master Teachers are also encouraged to conduct at least one weekend training a month and will be required to conduct a summer professional development institute.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current K-6 teacher and/or 6-12 Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics Teacher
• Masters Degree and/or National Board Certification Preferred
• Demonstrated experience and/or interest in being a teacher leader

Participants will receive an $800.00/month stipend during the school year and a $1500/month stipend in June and July.

To apply go to: OK STEM CENTERS Application

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