Upward Bound | 2010 Chemistry Instructor

Employment Opportunity

Program Description

The office of Pre-College Programs is seeking a Chemistry instructor to teach during its six-week Upward Bound summer residential program. As a college preparation program, Upward Bound is designed to encourage students to develop the academic skills and motivation necessary for success in post-secondary education. Upward Bound serves students in 9th - 12th grade in Northwest Arkansas. During the summer, students live on the University of Arkansas campus Monday through Friday and are involved in an intensive academic curriculum supplemented with a variety of personal development activities.

Compensation

$1200.00 per course/section taught.

Dates of Employment/Work Schedule

June 9, 2010 (for training/orientation) and June 14 - July 19, 2010 Monday through Friday (no classes on Monday July 5)

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed at least 90 hours of college credit and have an overall GPA of 3.0 with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the subject areas to be taught. Applicants must have a high energy level and be able to communicate effectively with 9th - 12th grade students.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in the subject area to be taught and previous teaching experience, preferably with high school students.

Responsibilities

Instructors will develop a course syllabus, prepare and administer assignments based on subject content to be covered, assess each student's academic need and progress, provide regular student evaluations, and attend all staff meetings, and training sessions. Instructors are encouraged to supplement classes with hands-on demonstrations, visual aids, and other activities. Courses should be educational, interactive and fun.

Deadline

Applications received by March 20, 2010 will receive full consideration. Submissions will continue to be accepted until position is filled.