Elementary School Summer Programs Teacher

SALARY RANGE: $1,200 - $2,728 per course, based on experience

JOB SUMMARY

The Global Exchange Academy (GlobalX) is seeking innovative, student-centered educators to design and teach courses for our Elementary School Summer Programs. Join our team to create enriching, dynamic learning experiences that inspire learning and growth in students this summer!

Position Details

• Program Duration: Up to 8 weeks (dates may vary by course)
• Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (hours may vary by course)
• Orientation: Mandatory in-person session for new teachers
• Compensation: $1,320 - $10,912 stipend, based on factors such as knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and internal equity. Mid-Pacific Institute offers competitive pay.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare and submit a course syllabus and weekly lesson plans that follow GlobalX curriculum guidelines.
• Create and maintain a Canvas (LMS) page with course content, narratives, weekly blogs, pictures, and provide prompt and effective communication with families.
• Maintain effective classroom management and communication, liaising with the Innovations Manager, Elementary School Principal, and parents as needed.
• Build relationships with students and encourage active participation throughout the course.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, and resources for learning that reflect an understanding of the diverse learning styles of students.
• Monitor student’s progress through the course and provide ongoing feedback on their achievement.
• Grade assignments, projects, and assessments in a timely manner.
• Supervise students during out of classroom activities (e.g. recess, lunch, etc.).
• Additional duties as assigned by the Innovations Manager.

SCHOOL SAFETY

• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
• Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
• Report any injury, hazard or illness immediately to their Supervisor and Human Resources.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission, not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
• Identify, assess if necessary, and control hazards within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of safety laws.
• Mandatory reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement or child protective services, and Human Resources. Sexual abuse includes child molestation, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with a minor, and serial sexual misconduct, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with more than one victim; and committed by or alleged to have been committed by any perpetrator who is not a student of an included entity.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrating Professional Body of Knowledge: A professional demonstrates an understanding of practice area knowledge and appreciates learning more about this practice area and beyond.
• Professional as a Learner: A professional engages in career-long professional learning and ongoing critical reflection to identify opportunities for improving leadership, mentoring, and collaboration. The inherent nature of a professional staff member is a keen, lifelong passion for learning, and a deep curiosity and wonder about people, events, and places.
• Fostering Effective Relationships: A professional builds positive working relationships with colleagues, other departments, and the community.
• Establishing an Inclusive Environment: A professional creates a safe, caring environment that is inclusive of and engaging for others.
• Professional as a Leader: A professional seeks leadership opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, experience and training. Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working in a school environment.
• At least one (1) year of teaching experience.
• Experience with project-based learning, the inquiry process, design thinking, or experiential education.
• Experience working with students of all ages.
• Experience working in Canvas.
• Experience working in Google suite.
• Strong verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position requires up to 8 weeks of work during the Summer Programs (dates may vary by course). Work hours are typically Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (hours may vary by course).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Our campus consists of multiple buildings on 44 hilly acres that requires frequent walking including uphill and stairs. The individual is required to talk and hear, often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. The employee may be required to stand, walk, lift and carry approximately 10-15 pounds, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl. Requires close vision.

MENTAL DEMANDS

On a daily basis, must frequently problem solve, make decisions, interpret data, organize, speak, write, plan, and clearly communicate.

EQUIPMENT USE

Computer and/or iPad - frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor - frequently

Outdoor - occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary : $1,200 - $2,728