Summer Core Course Instructor for Upward Bound

Location

Independence

Type

Part Time

 
Independence Community College
 Position Announcement
 Summer Core Course Instructor for Upward Bound Program 
 
Independence Community College (ICC) seeks applications for the position of Summer Core Course Instructor for the Upward Bound Program. Upward Bound is funded 100% by the U.S. Department of Education. 
 
Position Summary 
Core Course Instructors are expected to teach two sections of one core subject/course (either English, Math, Science, or Spanish) with the content being based on PSAT test or College board Advanced Placement course objectives. Each core course is taught in 2 sections (1 for rising 9th and 10th graders and 1 for rising 11th and 12th graders), for 3 hours (1.5 hours x 2 sections), twice a week, for 4.5 weeks, for a total of 27 total hours of in classroom instruction (13.5 x 2 sections). This is a seasonal position beginning May 29th, 2024 and ending June 27th, 2024. 
 
ICC’s Upward Bound Summer Program, also known as Summerfest, is a five-week college simulated residential program for high school students (grades 9-12) from 5 local Southeast Kansas schools. During Summerfest, students live on campus in residence halls and receive intensive academic instruction to improve their skills in English, science, mathematics, and a foreign language.  The afternoons are reserved for electives such as art, creative writing, weights, etc. Students also experience community service, career/college preparation, cultural/educational trips, and social activities.  
 
Compensation 
$1,300, less taxes, for one course with two sections ($650 x 2 sections) 
 
Qualifications 
·         Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education with an emphasis related to the discipline being taught (English, Math, Science, or Spanish) 
·         Minimum of one year teaching experience 
·         Teaching certification or similar 
·         Prefer a person with background similar to that of target population 
 
Primary Responsibilities 
·         Develop course syllabus/curriculum 
·         Administer pre/post-test 
·         Provide instruction for course 
·         Submit weekly attendance and grade sheets 
·         Communicate regularly with Upward Bound staff about classroom needs, student performance, etc. 
 
Primary Functions 
·         Ability to communicate effectively with participants, staff, and community 
·         Assure timeliness of reports and communications with information management skills 
·         Collaborative, collegial, and responsible work habits 
·         High degree of ethical standards, including adherence to general rules of safety, confidentiality, procedures, and fair labor standards 
·         Commitment to high professional standard, including professional growth 
·         Time management skills and a high degree of organizational skills.  
·         Ability to manage multiple deadlines, tasks, projects and assignments 
 
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Summer Core Course Instructor for the Upward Bound Program position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

·         Position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of up to (20) pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment 
·         This position requires the ability to sit or stand or walk for extended and various periods of time. It also requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; extended standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements; occasional bending; reaching forward, side‐to‐side, downward, and overhead; and squatting and kneeling 
·         The ability to effectively learn new computer programs and applications as necessary; the ability to effectively troubleshoot changing computer software issues 
·         The ability to communicate clearly with small or large groups of people, with an excellent comprehension of the English language, is essential 
·         Work is performed in an indoor setting 

  
Annual Security & Fire Safety Report: 
ICC publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report containing the Clery Act crime statistics, security related policy statements and fire safety information.  This information is made available to current and prospective students and employees.  Click here to access the report: 2023 Annual Security & Fire Safety Report.  A paper copy can be provided upon request by reaching out to the Vice President for Student Affairs at Student Union, 1057 W. College Ave., Independence KS. 67301 or email David Adams dadams@indycc.edu . 
Compensation: $1,300.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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