Miami University Hiring for Upward Bound Instructor at Hamilton, OH Full Time

Job no: 502107
Department: Regl Dean’s Office – Hamilton Campus
Location: Hamilton, OH
Work type: Hourly Staff
Categories: Other
Status: Part Time
Temporary: Yes

Job Title:

Upward Bound Instructor

Job Summary:

Upward Bound instructors serves low-income and future first-generation college students attending Hamilton High School. The project seeks to employ two part-time academic-year instructors that will co-teach an ACT and college preparation course to high school sophomores enrolled in the program. Each instructor will co-teach the course for up to 30 Upward Bound high school students at Hamilton High School for a maximum of three hours per week per instructor.

Duties/Physical Demands:

Instructors will have the responsibility to foster a dynamic, engaged and active learning environment, assist students in developing good study skills and habits, and be supportive of the Upward Bound objectives. A strong emphasis on issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice is valued and encouraged.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in the specific field of instruction or closely related field or a bachelor’s degree and five years of experience teaching high school students.

Desired Qualifications:

Consideration may be given to candidates who can provide creativity in learning both in and out of the traditional classroom setting and/or have participated in or worked in a TRIO program or similar college-access program in the past. Instruction in the following broad subject areas is desired: Composition, Reading, Mathematics, Science.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Submit cover letter and curriculum vitae. Inquires may be directed to Ashley Hopkins at [email protected].

Diversity Statement:

Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all.

For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Institutional Diversity & Inclusion webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

EO/AA Statement/Clery Act: Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560. As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223. Labor Law Posters for Applicants: Miami University is committed to providing up-to-date information from the Department of Labor to our applicants for employment. Here, you will find links to the current information regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Date to Begin Screening Applicants:

Screening of applications will begin August 7, 2023 and will continue until filled.

Benefits Eligible:

No

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

For questions regarding reasonable accommodations for disabilities, or to follow-up with a request, please contact [email protected] or (513) 529-3560.

Advertised: 24 Jul 2023 Eastern Daylight Time

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