TRIO Upward Bound Program Temporary Instructor

Elizabeth City State University; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public university in North Carolina is seeking a qualified educator to join its team, focusing on teaching and student engagement. Responsibilities include planning and delivering lessons, conducting assessments, and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree with an appropriate teaching license and have at least two years of successful teaching experience in relevant subjects. The role emphasizes collaboration, adaptability, and a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, low-income and first-generation.
• At least two years of successful teaching experience in English, Science, Mathematics, or Foreign Language.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and follow instructions as delegated.
• Enforce program policies and report situations as necessary.
• Administer assessments to track participant growth.
• Plan lessons and cross-curricular activities.
• Conduct tutoring sessions and workshops.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Familiarity with laws relating to minors

Education

Bachelor's degree with appropriate teaching license

Job description

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and follow instructions as delegated by the Coordinator or the Director
• Enforce program policies and procedures, carry out disciplinary procedures, and report situations to the Coordinator as necessary
• Maintain proper documentation
• Administer pre-assessments and post-assessments to the participants to determine areas for improvement and to track growth (or mastery)
• Record and track the progress of each participant using an online grading system
• Plan lessons that encourage students to think critically and connect the content to their lives and experiences
• Plan and integrate cross-curricular activities embedding tenants of STEM and Computer Science
• Ensure IEP/504 accommodations are used when delivering instruction/tutoring
• Conduct tutoring sessions during the week or outside of Saturday Sessions, based on the needs/at the request of the students
• Integrate SAT and ACT concepts into course content on a consistent basis
• Plan and instruct the COE Jurassic STEAM Club (grant‑funded program‑curriculum has already been created)
• Assist with planning and conducting academic‑related workshops
• Serve as a chaperone for trips
• Serve as a mentor to a group of participants
• Use research‑proven strategies to deliver instruction (differentiated instruction, student‑centered strategies, etc.)
• Attend professional development sessions conducted by the Coordinator and follow plan for implementing new strategies/activities
• Conduct self in a professional manner and be positive for students
• Create a positive learning environment for students
• Attend staff meetings
• Complete other assigned tasks or duties

Qualifications

• Have excellent leadership, supervisory and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, low‑income and first‑generation
• Be flexible, enthusiastic and friendly
• Be familiar with laws relating to minors *

Certification & Experience

Bachelor's degree with the appropriate teaching license and at least two years of successful teaching experience in one of the following areas: English, Science, Mathematics or Foreign Language.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Elizabeth City State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Background Check

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Employment Eligibility

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU is an E‑Verify participant.