Temporary Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math-Science Instructor

The Wesleyan University Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math-Science (UB/UBMS) programs are searching for instructors for its summer enrichment program. Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math-Science are a federally funded programs designed to aid low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented high school students in their preparation for college. The six-week non-residential summer program aims to improve academic skills and give students a head start for the upcoming school year. The program also offers other enrichment activities as well for participants from Middletown and Meriden.

UB/UBMS are currently seeking teachers for the following classes: Math, Science, English, Foreign Language. UB/UBMS summer program classes will tentatively run from Monday, June 23rd through Friday, August 1st, Monday through Friday.

Instructors will be responsible for:

• Create curriculum and teach assigned courses
• Maintain student academic records for each course taught and evaluate student work
• Conference with parents/guardians
• Assist project staff with enrichment trips
• Oversee daily activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

This is an on-campus position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education or related subject

Experience teaching middle, high school, or college students in math, laboratory science, English, foreign language, or other selected subject areas

Ability to engage and motivate students

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree

Experience in utilization of innovating teaching methods

Experience teaching students for underrepresented backgrounds in higher education (low-income, first-generation)

Additional Application Information

Position is open until filled. Applications must include a cover letter and resume.

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

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Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.