teachSTEM
More than 60% of educators end up teaching 20 miles or less from where they attended school. teachSTEM inspires our next generation of educators to actively pursue teaching degrees in STEM and hopefully return home to their own neighborhoods to teach.
About teachSTEM
Arizona’s future depends on passionate, skilled educators—and AEF’s teachSTEM initiative is lighting the way! Addressing the shortage of STEM teachers, teachSTEM inspires the next generation by connecting students with high-quality STEM education while opening doors to exciting careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. Through dynamic resources, mentorship, and hands-on training, we’re shaping the innovators and educators of tomorrow!
What teachSTEM Offers
teachSTEM equips educators with essential tools and mentorship for creating dynamic STEM classrooms. The curriculum follows best practices in STEM education, helping teachers to:
- Deliver engaging, hands-on STEM instruction
- Foster curiosity and critical thinking among students
- Highlight the importance of STEM education and teaching roles
- Connect STEM concepts to real-world applications and career paths
- Integrate the latest STEM tools and technologies into lessons
- Inspire students to consider future STEM careers, including teaching
teachSTEM for Middle School
Introduce students to foundational STEM concepts and spark early interest in STEM careers with engaging, hands-on lessons tailored for middle school.
teachSTEM for High School
Equip high school students with advanced STEM knowledge and career exploration activities, inspiring them to pursue STEM paths both in college and beyond.
Shape the Future of STEM in Arizona
Join teachSTEM and help build a brighter future for Arizona students.