Temporary Hire: Upward Bound Summer Teacher - GRANT-FUNDED/Non-Benefited

Temporary Hire:

Upward Bound Summer Teacher - GRANT-FUNDED/Non-Benefited University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, United States about 5 hours ago

Location:

Dartmouth, MASSACHUSETTS Apply now Job no:529737 Work type:

Staff Part Time, Hourly

Categories:

Other Staff Positions

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE

Upward Bound Summer Teacher

DIVISION

Academic Affairs

DEPARTMENT

Upward Bound

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

N/A SALARY:

$35.00/hour - depending on experience

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. (Preference Spanish, Portuguese, or Financial Literacy). 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 1 hour staff meetings Complete a final evaluation for each student. Other program related duties, as assigned by the Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in the 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 29, 2026 - July 31, 2026. Teaching responsibilities consist of teaching 4 days a week, and up to 4 subjects in respective disciplines (12 - 18 hours per week).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity dealing with students of diverse, non-traditional backgrounds. Massachusetts Teacher Certification Teaching experience, preferably with urban youth and those with disparate learning needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Ability to develop and teach high school-level classes in the respective discipline (Spanish, Portuguese, Finance). 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 the relevant field of instruction. Familiarity with the Massachusetts Core Standards preferred, or a willingness to be acquainted with standards. Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available. To please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will be immediate and ongoing until the position is filled.