STEP Instructor - Biology

RFCUNY; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

RFCUNY's STEP Program seeks a part-time Biology Instructor to teach high school students in New York. You will develop engaging biology lessons, connect concepts to real-world issues, and incorporate labs, discussions, and student projects to foster curiosity and scientific thinking.

The role emphasizes safe lab practices, inclusive teaching, and collaboration with STEP coordinators and community partners to support college readiness and STEM career pathways.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field; graduate degree preferred.
• Experience teaching or mentoring middle or high school students.
• Strong knowledge of biology and ability to explain concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver age-appropriate biology lessons.
• Incorporate laboratory activities, demonstrations, discussions, and projects.
• Teach proper laboratory procedures and safety practices.
• Adapt instruction to diverse learners and monitor progress.
• Mentor students and collaborate with STEP team and partners.
• Supervise students during program activities and field trips.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Teaching / mentoring

Communication skills

Laboratory supervision

Inclusive education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Lab equipment handling

Job description

## STEP Instructor - BiologyApply: New York, NY: Part time: Posted Today: JR4363Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.Primary Location:BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN C. C.Bargaining Unit:No**Position Overview**The STEP Program seeks an engaging, student-focused Biology Instructor to teach high school students. The instructor will develop interactive lessons that introduce students to biological concepts, scientific research methods, laboratory practices, and STEM career pathways. The ideal candidate will create an inclusive learning environment that promotes curiosity, critical thinking, and academic growth.**Key Responsibilities**· Develop and deliver engaging, age-appropriate biology lessons.· Connect biological concepts to real-world issues, scientific research, and STEM careers.· Incorporate laboratory activities, demonstrations, discussions, and student research projects.· Teach and reinforce proper laboratory procedures and safety practices.· Adapt instruction to support students from diverse backgrounds and with varying learning needs.· Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback and academic support.· Mentor students and encourage their educational and personal development.· Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom and laboratory environment.· Collaborate with STEP coordinators, staff, instructors, and community partners.· Supervise students during program activities, field trips, college tours, and conferences.· Support STEP’s mission of student empowerment, college readiness, and academic achievement.· Other duties as assigned.**Qualifications**· Bachelor’s degree in biology, biological sciences, science education, or a related field; a graduate degree is preferred.· Experience teaching, mentoring, or working with middle or high school students.· Strong knowledge of biology and the ability to explain scientific concepts clearly and engagingly.· Experience conducting or supervising laboratory activities.· Effective classroom-management, communication, and organizational skills.· Demonstrated commitment to inclusive and equitable education.· Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a student-support team.The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about helping high school students explore biology, develop scientific and laboratory skills, and build confidence in pursuing college and STEM career opportunities.Pay Range:$55 per hour