Instructor, Veterans Upward Bound

Position Information

Bachelor’s degree required in subject areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Computer Technology or Counseling (High School and/or College level).

Previous experience designing academic curriculum (secondary curriculum preferred) or corporate professional development components.

One year full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing direct services in a secondary educational or social service environment working with at-risk students (teaching or tutoring), or one year full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing corporate training.

Experience and knowledge regarding computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and instructional technology.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required in subject areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Computer Technology. Strong academic focus in one or more of the following subject areas: English I-IV; Math-Geometry, Algebra II/Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus/Calculus; Science-Biology, Chemistry, Physics; Foreign Language-Spanish, French, Japanese, Italian; Technology or Careers.

Previous experience designing academic curriculum (secondary curriculum preferred) or corporate professional development components.

One year full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing direct services in a secondary educational or social service environment working with at-risk students (teaching or tutoring), or one year full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing corporate training.

Experience and knowledge regarding computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and instructional technology.

Criteria

Extent of teaching/training experience
Extent of experience designing curriculum in academic subjects and/or cultural diversity
Extent of previous TRIO experience.
Extent of experience working with diverse groups of individuals.
Extent of experience and knowledge regarding computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and instructional technology.
Extent of demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff and community members in person, on the telephone and in writing.

Job Requirements

Must be able to work a part-time flexible schedule not to exceed 5 hours per week, depending on program needs during the academic year. Evenings instructor hours are between 5:30pm – 9:30pm Monday thru Friday.

Must be able to commit to working a set schedule for approximately two 8 weeks per semester and for two 3 weeks per the summer component.

Certification or provisional certification to teach in subject area or currently teaching/advising at the secondary/college level, or corporate training experience.

Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.

Background Check

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.

Posting Specific Questions

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in subject areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Foreign Language, Computer Technology?
• Do you have previous experience designing academic curriculum (secondary curriculum preferred) or corporate professional development components?
• Do you have one year full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing direct services in a secondary educational or social service environment working with at-risk students (teaching or tutoring), or one year full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing corporate training?
• Do you have experience and knowledge regarding computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and instructional technology?
• Please explain the extent of your teaching/training experience.
• Have you reviewed the criteria for this position and addressed each in your application and/or attached documents? This is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
• Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States?
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae