Instructor
- Educational Talent Search
- Dayton Public Schools (Part-Time, Grant-Funded)
Location Main Campus
- Dayton, OH
Job Number 05315
Department Office of Pre-College Programs
Job Category Professional
Job Type Part-Time
Status Grant Funded
Job Open Date 04/27/2026
Resume Review Date Ongoing
Closing Date 06/15/2026
Open Until Filled No
Position Summary The Instructor position exists to provide direct services to Educational Talent Search program participants as outlined in the Talent Search grant funded by the U.
S. Department of Education. The approved grant proposal stipulates that the program will provide services during the academic year and summer for target program students enrolled in Dayton Public Schools.
The Instructor is responsible for providing tutoring and rendering instruction, assisting with college preparation initiatives and cultural enrichment activities, conducting workshops, and monitoring academic performance for student success. This is a grant-funded position contingent upon the supporting funding.
The hourly pay rate for this position is $29.62 and has a maximum of 28 hours per week.
Why work for Sinclair College?
The following are some of the benefits that part-time staff with Sinclair College receive:
Tuition waiver for employee for 3 credit hours per semester
Opportunity for advancement and promotion
Support for continued professional development and education
OPERS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
14 days of annually observed company holidays, part-time employees are paid for regularly scheduled hours on these days
High quality programs and events for work-life balance
- SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time.
This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Principal Accountabilities Customer Service
Provide strong student advocacy and customer service demonstrated through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem solving, and desire to identify and support student success
Engage in behaviors that encourage student learning and create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supported
Attempt to consistently identify the root cause(s) of student problems, questions, or issues and solve them as quickly, thoroughly, and professionally as possible
Technical
Provide academic instruction aligned with prescribed curricula and learning standards in classroom, workshop, and laboratory settings
Develop syllabi and lesson plans, draft and administer tests, grade assignments, evaluate student performance, and disseminate grades
Outline classroom, workshop, and lab structure, policies, and procedures and proper use of course materials and resources
Differentiate instruction to accommodate varied learning styles and abilities of program participants
Monitor student behavior and employ effective classroom management and disciplinary best practices
Provide tutoring for individual students and small groups.
Interpret rules, definitions, formulas, methods and usage, etc. to help empower students to complete assignments
Assist students with developing effective study skills and habits and leveraging study aids.
Provide clear and consistent feedback on student academic performance
Make recommendations for student improvement as needed and aid in corrective action plan implementation
Support creative and experiential learning both in and out of the traditional classroom setting.
Consult with program staff and aid other instructors as needed to facilitate learning and accomplish program objectives
Assist with college preparation initiatives and help foster holistic student development.
Chaperone cultural enrichment excursions, college tours, and other program activities and field trips
Support
Track student attendance and submit daily instructor/tutor sheet and other reports
Prepare and submit evaluations and assessments for students served
Maintain accurate records and keep confidential student data secure
Manage key correspondence between stakeholders
Attend staff meetings, orientations, and trainings as scheduled and assigned by Project Director, Program Coordinator/Advisors and other program staff
Requirements Minimum of a bachelor's degree in education in one of the following areas required: English Language Arts, Foreign Language, Mathematics (including Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, & Statistics), Science (including Biology, Chemistry, & Physics), Social Studies or field related to the scope of the content area needed
Licensure and/or certification in content area preferred
Previous teaching and tutoring experience preferred
Demonstrated understanding of the needs of students from disadvantaged, low income, and underrepresented backgrounds
Ability to recognize and analyze problems and problem solve accordingly
- Intrinsic motivation, strong work ethic, willingness to take initiative, and excellent organizational skills
