Posted in Other 15 days ago.
Location: Lawrence, Kansas
Position OverviewThe Math and Science Center instructor will develop and implement content-area curriculum for high school students who are participating in a five-week educational institute at KU during the summer, and serve as a role model for participants. Classes are held Monday -Friday, June 3rd -July 5th, 2024. Orientation for instructors is tentatively scheduled for May 28 and 29, 2024. The pay rate is: $20-$25 per hour depending on qualifications. These positions are on-going temporary summer appointments. In addition, the successful candidate will adhere to the principles of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education.
Primary Objective: Prepare students in subject areas they may expect to encounter during the upcoming academic year with a focus on learning study skills that will help students succeed in these classes.
Secondary Objective: Motivate students toward college and assist in building their self-esteem and sense of achievement
Open for the following Subject Areas:
1 Foreign Language (American Sign Language, Latin, Italian, Japanese, etc.)
1 Math Instructor
1 Science Instructor (Astronomy, Chemistry, Biology, etc.)
1 English
1 Engineering, Computer Science/Programing, Coding, etc.Job Description30%- Develop and implement content-area curriculum/lesson plans. Execute the plans by teaching them to the participants while working independently or with a team.
20%- Assess students' cognitive needs, develop a curriculum to address those needs, and provide assistance to residence hall staff in meeting participants' cognitive needs. Develop a thorough understanding of the project's overall goals and assist with a challenging program of study that will promote success and generate confidence within each student.
15%- Become familiar with and closely follow program instructor policies, procedures, and use professional ethics. Identify and assist in providing resources needed to implement curriculum.
15%- Complete weekly progress reports and final grade reports for each student. Maintain accurate participant attendance records. Attend all training sessions and staff meetings conducted on Thursday evenings from 3:30pm to 4:30pm.
15%- Provide or make arrangements for curriculum materials such as textbooks, readers or instructional aides to be made available to student participants. Prepare and submit daily homework and/or missing assignments to the Math and Science Center Director.
5%- Other duties as assigned.Position RequirementsOn-site
Required Qualifications
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