What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upward Bound - Summer Instructor position at Sacred Heart University?
As the second-largest Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu
To apply
Only applications submitted through the official Careers at SHU site will be accepted for employment consideration. If you are viewing this job advertisement through a different site, please visit Careers at SHU to submit a formal application.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a complete application and resume via our online application system. A cover letter or statement of interest is also preferred for all staff positions.
Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.
Position Summary
To provide academic instruction to high school students.
This is a part-time, non-benefits-eligible position supporting a six-week summer program that operates from the end of June through the first week of August. Staff will work either two or three days a week, depending on the subject.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
To apply
Only applications submitted through the official Careers at SHU site will be accepted for employment consideration. If you are viewing this job advertisement through a different site, please visit Careers at SHU to submit a formal application.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a complete application and resume via our online application system. A cover letter or statement of interest is also preferred for all staff positions.
Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.
Position Summary
To provide academic instruction to high school students.
This is a part-time, non-benefits-eligible position supporting a six-week summer program that operates from the end of June through the first week of August. Staff will work either two or three days a week, depending on the subject.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop a syllabus for the class with course objectives and a defined grading system.
- Develop and implement policy procedures for each class that address attendance, homework, missed work, and other relevant issues.
- Administer pre- and post-tests in the subject matter.
- Complete evaluations of student performance.
- Provide written assessments for each student, relating to their abilities, classwork, motivation, and commitment to the program.
- Provide program critique.
- Keep the director informed regarding any problems and/or concerns regarding the students.
- Advanced degree or certification in core subject areas preferred (English, Math, or Science).
- Experience working with high school students and disadvantaged populations is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Six-week summer program operating from the end of June through the first week of August.
- Staff will work either two or three days a week, depending on the subject.
- Attendance is required at the parent/teacher conference, two staff meetings, and the end-of-the-year banquet.
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
