Dynamic Summer STEM Instructor — Grades 6-12

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 1,300 - 3,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

CTD Training provided

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking an experienced Instructor for the CTD Academic Summer Camp in Evanston, IL. The role covers course design, standards-based instruction, and student progress evaluation for grades 6–12.

Responsibilities include creating syllabi, supervising teaching assistants, and coordinating with families and the Academic Director. Limited housing is available for eligible staff; bachelor’s with teaching experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and teaching experience required; master's degree or equivalent preferred.
• 5 years teaching experience required; 7–10 years preferred.
• Ability to adapt content for acceleration; compacted curriculum experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn, uphold, and implement CTD policies and procedures.
• Design instructional activities and prepare a syllabus using CTD templates.
• Create and maintain a course website within CTD's LMS and select instructional materials.
• Review student medical notes and uphold confidentiality; ensure safety plans where needed.
• Evaluate student progress and communicate with families as required.
• Supervise Teaching Assistants and use grading systems per CTD guidelines.

Skills

Teaching experience

Content adaptation

Curriculum design

Active supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

Northwestern University is seeking an experienced Instructor for the CTD Academic Summer Camp in Evanston, IL. The role covers course design, standards-based instruction, and student progress evaluation for grades 6–12.

Responsibilities include creating syllabi, supervising teaching assistants, and coordinating with families and the Academic Director. Limited housing is available for eligible staff; bachelor’s with teaching experience is required.