Science Instructor

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in New Jersey is seeking a part-time Science Instructor to deliver engaging academic classes aimed at preparing middle and high school students for success in high school and college. The instructor will be responsible for cultivating essential skills in students, including communication, study habits, and critical thinking. Required qualifications include certification in Science and experience with minority students. The position offers an hourly rate of $40 and is non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Certification for core subject areas of Science is required.
• Experience with minority and disadvantaged students is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide relevant grade level academic classes.
• Help students integrate reading and writing skills.
• Facilitate development of study and time management skills.
• Assist in developing test-taking strategies.
• Create a conducive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Certification for core subject areas of Science

Job description

323 Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard (Show on map )

Mar 02, 2026

Title

Science Instructor

Department

NJ GEARUP / College Bound / UBELLs

Reports To

Director, NJ Gear UP/College Bound

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary

The position of Program Instructor (Hourly) of Science for Middle and/or High School means an overall commitment to the policies and procedures of the New Jersey GEAR UP/College Bound program. Acceptance of this position carries certain specific responsibilities in addition to those outlined in the general job description. The program operates year-round during the Academic Year (fall and spring) and Summer Sessions (July‑Mid August). Fall and Spring Sessions are Monday thru Thursday (Occasional Fridays) from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm and/or 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Saturday Sessions are 20 sessions during the Academic Year from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Note: Academic Year weekday school hours are adjusted as needed per school. Summer Session is currently up to six (6) weeks, Monday thru Thursday, from 8:30 am until 3:00 pm with occasional Saturday events.

Essential Functions

• A Program Instructor will provides relevant grade level academic classes to prepare students for success in high school and college. Helps students to integrate reading and writing skills.
• Helps facilitate students' communicative, study and time management skills as well as assist in the development of test‑taking strategies.
• Helps students to reduce their fear of any subject and help facilitate their problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities.
• Helps students to develop math, science, reading and language skills in preparation for the state‑mandated tests, i.e., PARCC, PSAT, SAT/ACT (actual tests may vary).
• Attends all staff development and training sessions. Submits typed lesson plans on time.
• Helps to develop and implement the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound curriculum based on the New Jersey Common Core Standards for the program.
• Creates a learning environment that will facilitate the desire to learn and help students gain self‑motivation for self‑improvement.
• Maintains accurate academic records and files. Assists in the administration, design, and evaluation of standardized diagnostic and placement tests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Prerequisite Qualifications

• Certification for core subject areas of Science. Experience with minority and disadvantaged students is helpful.
• At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted, where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, and an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Salary Information

• In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the hourly rate/range for this position is $40.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

FLSA

Non-Exempt
Part-Time