Upward Bound Instructor

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Please note, starting salaries are based on factors including internal equity, relevant experience, and education.

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JOB DUTIES

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Cooperates and collaborates with other employees in the spirit of teamwork and collegiality and interacts with confidence, patience and integrity to provide professional leadership during emergencies.

• Complies with all Trinity University policies and guidelines.

• Performs other duties as required.

EDUCATION

Required:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university.

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• One year of teaching experience.

• One year of experience in direct service to low income and/or first-generation students.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

• Expertise in academic area of instruction and use of classroom technology.

• Skill in the development of curriculum that clearly outlines the course requirements, rationale, goals, and objectives.

• Proficient in implementing strategies and systems for the management, assessment and evaluation of student learning.

• Strong understanding of the academic and social barriers faced by low-income and potential first-generation students.

Preferred:

• Ability to create a learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation.

• Excellent time management and communication skills.

• Versatility in delivery of instructional lessons.

• Flexibility and comfortable in implementing a differentiated curriculum.

• Willingness and enthusiasm for teaching high school students.

• Preference for individuals who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the project's target population.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred:

• Teaching Certification in subject of academic instruction.