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Friday, April 24, 2015

USC Upward Bound Position


USC
Upward Bound


Hiring Instructors for Summer Residential Program

Program Dates: June 8-July 17, 2015


The Upward Bound Summer Residential program is an intense academic, social, and cultural experience for high school students from 5 LAUSD high schools. The purpose of the program is to assist first-generation, college-bound high school students to prepare to succeed in postsecondary education.


This summer, Upward Bound is looking to hire 5 instructors to provide instruction to program participants during the academic portion of the Summer Residential Program. Instructors must be able to teach at the high school/college preparatory level in one of the following areas: science, math, writing composition, or foreign language. Concentration in these areas will depend on the level of expertise of the instructor.


Job Description


       Develop course curriculum including student learning outcomes outlined in a syllabus

       Prepare engaging, fun, and informative lessons on the given subject (out of classroom learning experiences highly encouraged)

       Assess student knowledge via pre and post testing, quizzes, projects, etc.  

       Report student progress and behavior to UB staff including program director and program coordinators

       Attend weekly staff meetings


Qualifications


       Must have a bachelor’s degree, credential or master’s degree preferred but not necessary  

       Must have a valid driver's license

       Must enjoy working with high school-aged students

       Available to work Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM


Starting Rate: $25/hour


How to Apply:


Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter indicating subject of interest and summarizing qualifications to Monica Hernandez mvhernan@usc.edu.

Deadline: Friday, May 8th at 11:59 PM