Program Leadership

Dr. Wanda Rutledge, 

Dean, Office of Graduate Studies, Adult & Continuing Education

Dr. Samantha Kozar,

Proyecto Science Program Director

Proyecto Science
Dr. Kozar
Dr. Wanda Rutledge

Program Supervisors

Wafa Ali, MA

Melissa Welz, Doctoral Candidate

Proyecto Science
Wafa Ali
Melissa Welz

Welcome to the hub of scientific exploration and discovery! Prepare to embark on an electrifying journey through the realms of science with the Proyecto Science Summer Program Team – a dynamic ensemble of brilliant minds and passionate explorers.

Within this extraordinary program, you'll find a vibrant community of teachers, mentors, and program leaders united by an insatiable curiosity and an unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge for our students. Together, we foster an environment where innovation thrives, and the pursuit of understanding knows no limits.

Our team is comprised of seasoned subject-matter experts, dedicated educators, and aspiring youth mentors, all working to help our students build the critical competencies necessary for continued exploration in STEM fields. From cutting-edge lab experiences to awe-inspiring field studies, our multidisciplinary approach ensures a holistic exploration for our students.

All of our Teaching Faculty are subject-matter specialists, and have vast teaching experience. Our Mentoring Staff are dedicated individuals that support students throughout their entire program experience. All Teaching Faculty and Mentoring Staff are background checked and fingerprinted in accordance with the Office of Student Protection with the NJDOE. 

We invite you to explore our program, and welcome any questions you may have. 

Interested in Teaching or Mentoring with the Proyecto Science Summer Program?

We are Hiring!

Embrace the thrill of scientific inquiry, unlock your full potential, and let the Proyecto Science Summer Program Team guide you on an unforgettable journey of personal exploration and professional enlightenment in the Summer. Our staff are comprised of content-area educators, K-12 administrators, and matriculating and recent college graduates. Want to be part of our amazing team that has high-impact and lasting results for aspiring STEM scholars? 

Applications for staffing the 2025 Proyecto Science Summer Program will begin in December 2024.

What we are looking for:

  • Teachers of Mathematics
  • Teachers of Science
  • Music Teachers
  • Teachers of Computer Science
  • Paraprofessionals and Substitutes Welcome
  • Mentoring Staff

NJCU Proyecto Science offers competitive salaries for Teaching Faculty and Mentoring Staff, ample professional learning, and a fun, exploratory STEAM-rich environment on our beautiful Jersey City, NJ campus.

Read the full job descriptions for positions

All faculty report at 8:30 AM, and leave at 4:00 PM. Days are Monday-Thursday. Faculty do not work on Fridays. We are closed on July 4, 2024 for the holiday.