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Northwestern University

CTD Temporary Summer Instructor, PreK - Grade 5

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What they do

A Middle or High School Teacher teaches middle school students, usually in grades 6 - 12, in a public or private school. Teaches one subject, or a group of subjects, such as math and science; works with one class all year or teaches different classes of students throughout the day. May mentor students, coach a school team or advise a student club. May specialize in working with students learning English or students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.

$61,096 / year median in Illinois

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Job ID:
52888
Location:
Evanston, Illinois Department:
Temp Center Salary/Grade:
TMP/01 Instructor Summer Academic Day Camps, PreK
  • Grade 5 Instructors plan and implement challenging and engaging courses with content one to two years above grade level based on course syllabi provided to them. As classroom leads, instructors supervise teaching assistants and are responsible for student course evaluations. Course Duration and Pay
  • pay ranges are dependent upon CTD experience One-Week Courses (Evanston and Chicago only) Half-day courses: $725
  • 850 Expected on-site hours either ~8:30am-12:30pm or ~12:30pm-4:30pm 8:00am start on Wednesdays for staff meeting All-day courses: $1400
  • 1525 Expected on-site hours ~8:30am-4:30pm, closer to 5:00pm on Fridays 8:00am start on Wednesdays for staff meeting Student End-of-Course Evaluations Due the following Friday after each class ends. Two-Week Courses Half-day courses (Downers Grove, only): $1,425
  • $1,525 Expected on-site hours 8:30am-12:15pm
Locations and Program Dates Downers Grove:
June 15
  • July 24 (no programming June 19 th or July 3 rd [tentatively])
Evanston and Chicago:
June 29
  • August 7 (no programming July 4th) Instructors are hired for one-week courses.
Instructors may work for 1-6 weeks within this time period based on staffing needs.
Chicago Site:
South Loop Middle School, 1601 S Dearborn St, Chicago
IL 60616
Evanston Site:
St. Athanasius School, 2510 Ashland Ave, Evanston
IL 60201
Required training dates: Online synchronous training dates: TBD for Evanston and Chicago; Downers Grove June 10
Evanston and Chicago Sites:
In-person training at
Northwestern University, Evanston Campus:
June 25 Evanston and Chicago Site visits for staff week of June 22-26 Qualifications Bachelor's degree plus experience teaching accelerated and/or compacted curricula with differentiation. Subject matter expertise as appropriate. Strength and mobility to supervise active children indoors and on the playground, including the ability to run a short distance and lift a child weighing approximately 40 pounds.
Preferred:
Master's degree, at least three years of lead teaching and experience with twice exceptional students preferred. General Responsibilities Design all course instructional activities based on provided syllabus, including appropriate differentiation and hands-on projects. Submit lesson plans to CTD for review and archiving according to program requirements. Lesson plans are typically due to CTD in the spring. Choose and request appropriate instructional materials for the course. Review student medical notes as needed (i.e., allergies/other medical needs). Develop an environment that encourages engagement, collaboration, and academic risk-taking. Support and supervise teaching assistant's engagement with students. Maintain program standard of student supervision. Complete end-of-course student evaluations based on learning objectives and CTD guidelines. Learn and implement CTD Policies and Procedures. Uphold and promote the CTD Honor Code among staff and students. Assume program-related responsibilities (e.g., training) as requested by CTD administrators. Center for Talent Development is accredited through Cognia® by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI) As per Northwestern University policy, this position requires a criminal background check. Successful applicants will need to submit to a criminal background check prior to employment. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement . Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process .