TRIO Upward Bound Instructor

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in North Carolina is seeking instructors for the Upward Bound Program, aimed at helping high school students prepare for college. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans in English, Science, and Computer Science, as well as providing evaluations on each participant. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in the relevant subject and prior teaching experience is preferred. This position emphasizes values-driven educational practices and a commitment to supporting student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the subject area required.
• Experience in teaching and developing lesson plans.
• Preferred two years of teaching experience and valid NC Teaching License.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans in High School English, Science, and Computer Science.
• Evaluate program participants' performance.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Curriculum Development

Subject Area Expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in subject

NC Teaching License (preferred)

Tools

AI in Computer Science

Job description

The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.

NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here (You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.

The Upward Bound Program is an early intervention pre-college program that helps students prepare for higher education. Upward Bound brings high school students to college campuses after school, on the weekends, and during the summer to receive instruction in mathematics, laboratory sciences, composition, literature, and foreign languages. Tutoring, counseling, mentoring, cultural enrichment, and work-study programs are additional components to the Upward Bound Program. The NC State University Program serves five high schools (Vance County HS, Louisburg HS, Bunn HS, Franklinton HS, and East Wake HS). The Program has been a part of the University since 1978 and has assisted hundreds of students to enroll in college and gain a college degree. The Upward Bound Program is looking for Instructors that will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing lesson plans in assigned curriculum courses in the following areas:
  • High School English
  • High School Science, including physical science and chemistry
  • Computer Science, especially AI
• Providing written evaluations on each program participant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in subject
• Teaching Experience
• Preferred: NC Teaching License – in subject area preferred, Two years teaching experience
• Valid NC Driver's License required? No
• Commercial Driver's License Required? No

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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