Job Description
Work type: Part Time Hourly Location: Muncie, IN Categories: Adjunct Faculty General Description of Position: UB Summer Instructors will provide content instruction and program support during the Upward Bound Summer Academy, which runs for 6 weeks with 1 week of training provided. Summer instructors will be responsible for creating an engaging summer curriculum in their content area. Upward Bound’s summer program is focused on providing unique learning experiences for students, so creative classes that are activity-based and involve hands-on learning are encouraged. Will report to the UB Director. Instructors will work collaboratively with the Director to develop a creative and responsive curriculum that meets the needs of Upward Bound students. In addition to class time and prep time, instructors may also be asked to assist with other aspects of the UB summer program, including developing educational games and activities for college interns to lead during non-class time. Major Responsibilities: Create syllabi, weekly lesson plans, pre-tests, and post-tests for at least two classes in your subject area. Students will be in grades 9-12. ● Assign student grades and update students and director on student progress every 2 weeks. Advise students, parents, and director of unsatisfactory progress or participation. ● Encourage positive student interactions and remind students of the rules and expectations for participating in Upward Bound. Assign merits and demerits as needed. ● Work with Upward Bound staff to create a supportive and uplifting learning environment that acknowledges the inherent value, talent, and potential of each student. ● Maintain student records, attendance, track grades, and/or other documentation as required. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with at least nine credit hours in education or a specific content area OR 3-5 years related educational and content-area experience. ● Excellent human relations and communication skills. ● Proven knowledge and experience with disadvantaged populations. ● Ability to use technology in classroom instruction. Preferred Qualifications: Other Requirements: This position is a grant funded position. There is no guarantee of continued employment once the grant funding has ended. Work Hours: Part-time Hourly, up to 15 hours per week for 7 weeks, May 15-19| June 12-July 21 Hiring Range: $22.00 per hour. Team Ivy Referral: Special Instructions to Applicants: Upward Bound at Ivy Tech Community College is a college preparatory program providing educational, social, and cultural experiences to Muncie Central high school students in order to help them develop character, scholarship, and leadership. For more information, visit upwardboundivy.com Advertised: 04 Apr 2023 US Eastern Daylight Time Applications close:
