CTD Temporary Instructor, Weekend Program (PreK–Grade 8)

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development seeks an Advanced Enrichment In-Person Instructor for the Weekend Program (Grades PreK-8). Instructors plan and implement enrichment courses, differentiating for high-ability students.

Lead teaching with TA supervision, following a provided syllabus and CTD guidelines. Courses run six Saturdays per school year, 2.5 hours each, with morning and/or afternoon slots.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and experience teaching accelerated and/or compacted curricula.
• Master’s degree, at least three years of lead teaching and experience with twice exceptional students preferred.
• Subject matter expertise as appropriate.
• Strength and mobility to supervise active children indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and promote the CTD Honor Code among staff and students.
• Design all course instructional activities, incorporating differentiation and a variety of instructional practices.
• Submit lesson plans for review, feedback and archiving according to program requirements.
• Choose and request appropriate instructional materials for the course according to a timeline.
• Review student health notes and uphold confidentiality policies.
• Execute course curriculum in a classroom environment that fosters student engagement, academic risk-taking, and inclusion.
• Supervise teaching assistant’s performance and engagement in the classroom.
• Maintain program standard of student supervision.
• In collaboration with the Program Coordinator, contact families regarding student progress as needed.
• Evaluate and assess students according to CTD guidelines and course objectives.
• Learn and implement CTD policies and procedures by reviewing documentation and attending online and/or onsite staff trainings.
• Assume program-related responsibilities as requested by CTD administrative staff.

Skills

Lead teaching

Differentiated instruction

Supervise teaching assistants

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Department: Temp Center

Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Advanced Enrichment In-Person Instructor, Weekend Program: Grades PreK- 8

Instructors plan and implement challenging and engaging enrichment courses based on a course syllabus provided to them. Syllabi contain a brief description, essential questions, learning objectives and several resources on the course topic. Course content is one to two years above grade level. Instructors receive resources but should have experience with gifted learners and be able to differentiate instruction for high-ability students with a range of skill levels and background knowledge. As classroom leads, instructors supervise teaching assistants and are responsible for student course evaluations.

Course Duration and Pay

Weekend courses run for six consecutive Saturdays throughout the school year. Courses are 2.5 hours in length. Courses are held in the mornings and/or afternoons. Instructors teach during one or two of these time frames depending on location and course assignment. The per course stipend for a weekend half-day morning or afternoon course is $760-$830, depending on CTD experience.

• Fall 2026: October 10 - November 14 (“inclement weather day” November 21, if needed)
• Winter 2027: January 30 – March 6 (“inclement weather day” of March 13, if needed)

Locations

Weekend Enrichment Program Sites

• Evanston, IL — Northwestern University Campus
• Chicago, IL — Bronzeville Classical School

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and experience teaching accelerated and/or compacted curricula.
• Master’s degree, at least three years of lead teaching and experience with twice exceptional students preferred.
• Subject matter expertise as appropriate.
• Strength and mobility to supervise active children indoors and outdoors.

General Responsibilities

• Uphold and promote the CTD Honor Code among staff and students.
• Design all course instructional activities, incorporating differentiation and a variety of instructional practices.
• Submit lesson plans for review, feedback and archiving according to program requirements.
• Choose and request appropriate instructional materials for the course according to a timeline.
• Review student health notes and uphold confidentiality policies.
• Execute course curriculum in a classroom environment that fosters student engagement, academic risk-taking, and inclusion.
• Supervise teaching assistant’s performance and engagement in the classroom.
• Maintain program standard of student supervision.
• In collaboration with the Program Coordinator, contact families regarding student progress as needed.
• Evaluate and assess students according to CTD guidelines and course objectives.
• Learn and implement CTD policies and procedures by reviewing documentation and attending online and/or onsite staff trainings.
• Assume program-related responsibilities as requested by CTD administrative staff.

Center for Talent Development is accredited through Cognia® by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI)

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