What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Hire: Upward Bound Science Teacher - GRANT-FUNDED/Non-Benefited position at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth?
OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Upward Bound Science Teacher
DIVISION: Academic Affairs
DEPARTMENT: Upward Bound
Bargaining Unit Status
SALARY: Depending on experience $17- $35.00/Hr
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Upward Bound and Program Coordinator
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To provide instruction in a six week summer residential program to students of diverse, non-traditional backgrounds and seek to promote the total growth of the student as a primary objective.
Examples Of Primary Duties And Responsibilities
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in respective discipline preferred
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of successful teaching experience, preferably with high school students.
OTHER: Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of low-income students and disadvantaged youth.
Position starts on June 23, 2025 – July 25, 2025. Teaching responsibilities consist of teaching 4 days a week and up to 4 subjects in respective disciplines
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required
DIVISION: Academic Affairs
DEPARTMENT: Upward Bound
Bargaining Unit Status
SALARY: Depending on experience $17- $35.00/Hr
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Upward Bound and Program Coordinator
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To provide instruction in a six week summer residential program to students of diverse, non-traditional backgrounds and seek to promote the total growth of the student as a primary objective.
Examples Of Primary Duties And Responsibilities
- Develop and teach high school level curriculum in appropriate subject matter.
- Plan and Develop pre and post testing in your specialized field
- Provide tutorial assistance to students.
- Document and Prepare written reports on student’s progress.
- Enforce all Upward Bound rules and regulations.
- Assist in supervision at program events and activities.
- Assist the director with other functions as required for program effectiveness.
- Participate in teacher orientation prior before summer program
- Attend weekly 30 minute staff meetings
- Complete a final evaluation for each student.
- Other program related duties, as assigned by the Director.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in respective discipline preferred
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of successful teaching experience, preferably with high school students.
OTHER: Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of low-income students and disadvantaged youth.
Position starts on June 23, 2025 – July 25, 2025. Teaching responsibilities consist of teaching 4 days a week and up to 4 subjects in respective disciplines
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required
- Ability to develop and teach high school level classes in respective discipline.
- Ability to tutor students.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form .
- Proven ability to effectively manage a classroom of “at risk” students.
- Demonstrated strong academic preparation for relevant field of instruction.
- Familiarity with the Massachusetts Core Standards preferred, or a willingness to be acquainted with standards.
- Familiarity dealing with students of diverse, non-traditional backgrounds.
- Massachusetts Teacher Certification
- Teaching experience, preferably with urban youth and those with disparate learning needs.
Salary : $17 - $35
