Lead Instructor-Summer Academy at UGA (multiple subjects)

About the role

The Summer Academy Lead Instructors are responsible for developing and leading academic-focused youth programs. They will develop an academically focused and engaging course in the subject area that will both teach and motivate the youth attending the program.

Responsibilities

• Developing program and syllabus, learning objectives and outcomes
• Preparing curriculum content: lesson plans, presentations, handouts, etc. for classroom instruction
• Evaluating/assessing students’ progress in attaining outlined learning objectives and outcomes
• Preparing, maintaining and submitting all required documentation and administrative reports (i.e. attendance, assessment scores) pertaining to the course
• Maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments of the subject matter area
• Ensuring safety and security requirements are met in the classroom area

Requirements

• Physical demands may vary depending on the program/course subject matter. Most work is typically performed in a classroom environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings.
• Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
• Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Qualifications

• Needed qualifications may vary by subject matter area, but generally include: a wealth of work experience and appropriate education/training and credentials pertinent to the program/course subject matter. Formal teaching certification is not required.