UB High School Foreign Language Instructor

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks an UB High School Foreign Language Instructor to teach Spanish I, Spanish II, French I, French II, Mandarin and ASL within the TRiO Upward Bound program. The role is part-time staff with responsibilities across instruction, tutoring support and program coordination.

The incumbent will prepare outlines, assist in planning activities, and report on student progress, while coordinating with the Trio Director and staff. Training and meetings are required.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience at the high school or post-secondary level.
• Background clearance check is required.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive instructional tutoring program for Upward Bound students.
• Equivalency of education and experience may be accepted at the university's discretion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct an integrated foreign language class for high school students within Upward Bound.
• Utilize educational equipment, manipulatives, props and learning aids.
• Prepare and submit a course outline before class start.
• Assist with tutoring, problem solving and evaluation activities.
• Complete paperwork related to classroom and project management.
• Report student learning and behavioral issues to staff as required.
• Assist in training and evaluating Teacher Assistants.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.
• Notify 24 hours in case of absence.
• Prepare classroom work and deliver it in instructors' absence.

Skills

Teaching experience

Background check clearance

Diversity experience

Plan/instructional program

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in designated discipline

Job description

Title

UB High School Foreign Language Instructor

Department

TRiO

Reports to

Trio Director

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary

High School Foreign Language Instructors: Spanish I, Spanish II, French I, French II, Mandarin, American Sign Language.

Essential Functions

• Conduct an integrated academic foreign language class, teach students learning strategies
• Conduct teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulative objects, props, and other learning aids.
• Prepare and submit a course outline prior to the start of the class
• Assist with the planning, instruction, and evaluation of tutoring and problem-solving activities.
• Complete paperwork associated with classroom and project management.
• Make recommendations on students' strength and needs.
• Report student learning and behavioral issues to the appropriate staff personnel.
• Assist with the training and evaluation of Teacher Assistants.
• The incumbent will be required to attend training and meetings.
• In the event of an absence please provide 24 hour notice.
• Classroom work must be prepared for students and the TA must be prepared to deliver work to students in the absence of an instructor.

Additional Functions

• Transport students from one class location to another in a timely manner, ensuring proper supervision and safety of students.

Prerequisite Qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience at the high school or post-secondary level, complete a background clearance check, ability to plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive instructional tutoring program for students enrolled in the Upward Bound Program, undergraduate or graduate degree in the designated discipline, experience working with minority and disadvantaged students at the middle school, high school or post-secondary level.
• At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, 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-$50.00 (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