TRIO Upward Bound Program Temporary Instructor

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of Special Programs within the Division of Academic Affairs oversees various initiatives designed to support underrepresented students, including the TRIO Upward Bound Program.

Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position

• Excellent leadership, supervisory and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, low-income and first-generation
• Flexible, enthusiastic and friendly
• Familiarity with laws relating to minors

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

A Bachelor’s degree with the appropriate teaching license and at least two years of successful teaching experience (in one of the following areas: English, Science, Mathematics or Foreign Language)

Position Recruitment Range

N/A

Position Category

Temporary/Student

Position Status

Temporary

Working Conditions

Varies

Work Schedule

Varies

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and follow instructions as delegated by the Coordinator or the Director
• Enforce program policies and procedures, carry out disciplinary procedures, and report situations to the Coordinator as necessary
• Maintain proper documentation
• Administer pre-assessments and post-assessments to the participants to determine areas for improvement and to track growth (or mastery)
• Record and track the progress of each participant using an online grading system
• Plan lessons that encourage students to think critically and connect the content to their lives and experiences
• Plan and integrate cross-curricular activities embedding tenants of STEM and Computer Science
• Ensure IEP/504 accommodations are used when delivering instruction/tutoring
• Conduct tutoring sessions during the week or outside of Saturday Sessions, based on the needs/at the request of the students
• Integrate SAT and ACT concepts into course content on a consistent basis
• Plan and instruct the COE Jurassic STEAM Club (grant-funded program—curriculum has already been created).
• Assist with planning and conducting academic-related workshops
• Serve as a chaperone for trips
• Serve as a mentor to a group of participants
• Use research-proven strategies to deliver instruction (differentiated instruction, student-centered strategies, etc.)
• Attend professional development sessions conducted by the Coordinator and follow plan for implementing new strategies/activities
• Create a positive learning environment for students
• Attend staff meetings
• Complete other assigned tasks or duties