"Academic Instructor, Part-Time (7th-12th Grade)"

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Position: Academic Instructor, Part-Time (7th-12th Grade)

Pay Rate: Based on degree as well as experience and starting at minimum of $25/hour.

Location: GEAR UP (Pre-College Programs)

Description: The GEAR UP program is an academic and college preparatory program designed to help strengthen our students by providing academic support and college preparation activities to middle school and high school students. Under the direction of the Director, Assistant Director and Curriculum Specialist, the Instructor will assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of the curriculum by identifying student learning outcomes, planning, organizing and presenting meaningful instruction for the Gear Up participants in the academic programs during the GEAR UP Saturday Academy and/or Summer Academy.

• This is a part-time, hourly position that is limited to working no more than 30 hours per week. It is an in-person, on campus, non-remote position, unless otherwise noted. Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until positions are filled.
• Candidates can apply to be a GEAR UP Instructor for one of the following components: (The ideal candidate would be committed to both the Saturday Academy and the Summer Academy.)
• The program operates year-round during the Academic Year (Fall and Spring) and Summer sessions (July to August).
• Saturday Academy (September-May)
  Minimum of 20 Saturdays (approx. 10 Saturdays per semester) at NJCU campus. Instructors are expected to attend all Saturday Academy sessions (tentatively scheduled for 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.).
• Summer Academy (at least six weeks, July-August)
  Instructors are expected to be present every day of the Summer Academy (tentatively scheduled for Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; Fridays as needed)

Example of Duties:

1. Provides meaningful and planned instruction to participants during the GEAR UP Saturday Academy and/or Summer Academy.
2. Prepares and submits enriching lesson plans prior to instruction with a focus on project-based learning.
3. Assists participants and program staff to establish and maintain acceptable classroom behavior and standards.
4. Communicates regularly with the Director, Assistant Director and Curriculum Development Specialist to ensure the academic development of participants.
5. Assesses and reports on participants' progress by administering pre- and post-assessment instrument(s).
6. Prepares materials such as a Scope and Sequence for each subject taught.
7. Designs and implements a culminating project to showcase at the end of the year ceremony to reflect student’s academic success.
8. Maintains grades in order to report on students’ progress through progress reports.
9. Participates in paid mandatory orientation as well as curriculum development meetings as needed (exact dates and times to be determined).
10. Encourages an atmosphere that stimulates inquiry, self-expression and individual growth.
11. Chaperone field trips which may extend beyond the normal work hours.
12. Paid prep time.
13. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Teaching certificate(s) and/or Bachelor’s degree in education preferred.
• Consideration will be provided to candidates with experience as a substitute teacher or with student teaching in lieu of degree/certificate.
• Two years of experience working with middle or high school student populations, teacher training, instructional leadership or a specific academic content area preferred.
• Experience with curriculum design, lesson and unit planning and a demonstrated knowledge of Common Core Standards preferred.

*Please note that this is not a Jersey City Public Schools Program

For specific application requirements, please refer to NJCU website at: www.njcu.edu