Temporary Instructor - Better to Learn

Brandeis University; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 6,800 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis University seeks instructors to teach the Better to Learn courses. Instructors will be employed by Brandeis University and deliver online sessions, with a planned in-person residency in late December.

You will create a semester-long course, provide a syllabus, select readings, and lead weekly Zoom classes while evaluating final papers. This role requires Judaic Studies expertise and experience with teen learners.

Qualifications

• Advanced academic degree or coursework in Judaic Studies.
• Experience in developing and implementing curriculum for teens.
• Experience teaching and working with teens.
• Must be creative, flexible and able to comply with all program policies.

Responsibilities

• Create a 10-session semester-long course on a topic approved in advance by Brandeis and LHF.
• Provide course syllabus to Brandeis and LHF staff at least one month prior to the beginning of classes.
• Prepare suggested readings for student (1 per session).
• Deliver 1 hour course sessions via Zoom (either from 6-7pm EST or 7:15-8:15pm EST) on Sunday evenings.
• Register for a Brandeis email address and host Zoom session (tech set up by Brandeis).
• Read and evaluate students’ final papers.

Skills

Curriculum development for teens

Teaching teens

Creativity

Flexibility

Judaic Studies knowledge

Education

Advanced degree or coursework in Judaic Studies

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Better to Learn is a partnership between Brandeis University Precollege Programs and Legacy Heritage Fund that brings together Jewish teens in weekly online learning sessions. In addition, students will be invited to the Boston area for a three-day residency in late December for thoughtful in-person learning with our instructors and guest speakers. They will also connect with their online peers and tour Brandeis University.Brandeis University seeks Instructors to teach the Better to Learn courses. Instructors will be employed by Brandeis University.ResponsibilitiesCreate a 10-session semester-long course on a topic approved in advance by Brandeis and LHF on the following dates (last 2 sessions to be taught in person at the Seminar);October 18 (Orientation at 5:30PM), 25November 1, 8, 15, 22December 6, 13Provide course syllabus to Brandeis and LHF staff at least one month prior to the beginning of classes.Prepare suggested readings for student (1 per session).Deliver 1 hour course sessions via Zoom (either from 6-7pm EST or 7:15-8:15pm EST) on Sunday evenings.Register for a Brandeis email address and host Zoom session (tech set up by Brandeis).Read and evaluate students’ final papers.QualificationsAdvanced academic degree or coursework in Judaic Studies.Experience in developing and implementing curriculum for teens.Experience teaching and working with teens.Must be creative, flexible and able to comply with all program policies.Compensation:One Class per semester + Winter Retreat: $6,825Two classes per semester + Winter Retreat: $13650Please apply through the Brandeis Career Page Workday portal. And include a resume and cover letter.Pay Range DisclosureThe University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.Equal Opportunity StatementBrandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a \"protected class\").