<p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Posting Number NT00105 Benefits Eligible? No Section Student Success Number of Positions Available 2-4 (Contingent upon final funding level) Anticipated Start Date or Semester June 11 (Orientation #1); June 18 (Orientation #2), June 30 (first day of teaching) Posting Date 03/31/2024 End of Temporary or Limited Position 08/06/2025 Priority given to applicants who apply by 04/25/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions/Information for Applicants</p> <ul> <li>Positions are contingent upon level of federal funding and student enrollment. </li><li>Salary: $2,500 - $3,500 (Salary may be adjusted based on student enrollment). </li><li>Candidates must upload a resume and cover letter. </li><li>In the cover letter, please indicate interest to teach the Math SAT Preparation course. </li><li>Provide the names and contact information for three current professional references. At least one reference should be from an educational administrator who has supervised the applicant. Please include the title of the person providing the reference. </li><li>Taxes will be withheld and payment will be made on August 25th. </li><li>No fringe benefits will be provided. </li><li>Attention foreign citizens working in the U.S. under a visa: This assignment is short term position and Rhode Island College will not sponsor a work-authorization visa. </li></ul> <p>Special Considerations/Information:</p> <ul> <li>Before employment can be finalized, the prospective employee must be cleared through the National Criminal Background Check, and the employee must submit specific forms required by the RI College Human Resources Office according to terms outlined </li></ul> <p>Position Status & Special Application Instructions</p> <p>Position Status & Special Application Instructions</p> <p>Min Salary n/a Max Salary n/a FLSA Exempt AA / ADA Statement</p> <p>As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.</p> <p>Position Information</p> <p>Position Title Mathematics SAT Preparation Instructors, Upward Bound Summer Program Department Name Upward Bound Academic or Calendar Year temporary Scheduled Work Week / Hours / Area</p> <p>Mandatory meetings/dates:</p> <ul> <li>Wednesday, June 11: UB Faculty Orientation #1 (5:00pm - 8:00pm). </li><li>Monday, June 18: Faculty/Staff Orientation #2 (5:00pm - 8:00pm). </li><li>Monday, June 30 through Wednesday, August 6: Teaching contract, as assigned. </li><li>TBD: SAT Prep instructors' evening tutoring session with students in residence hall (6:15pm - 8:00pm). </li></ul> <p>Information about?CLASS?SCHEDULE:</p> <ul> <li>Classes meet for one hour Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Instructors are also expected to tutor students at least once during the summer outside of class hours, including one evening session in the residence hall. </li><li>The master schedule will be developed in early June, specifics will be communicated to individuals who are hired. </li><li>First period begins at 8:15am; last period begins at 2:00pm. </li><li>No classes will be held on Friday, July 4. </li></ul> <p>Position Overview</p> <p>The Rhode Island College Upward Bound Program is a federally funded program for rising 10, 11, and 12-grade college-bound high school students. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the high school graduation, college-going, and college graduation rates of program participants.</p> <p>For more information, visit the Upward Bound website https://www.ric.edu/department-directory/center-scholar-development/upward-bound.</p> <p>Introduction to the Summer:</p> <p>During the summer program, we focus on building a community that has high expectations for academic achievement, personal development, behavior, and student accountability. The students live in a residence hall and are supervised by a team of tutor counselors. They take high school courses in literature and writing, mathematics, science, and may participate in SAT prep, STEM, dance, and foreign language courses. In addition to these courses, the students participate in recreational, social, cultural activities, and field trips.</p> <p>The Program seeks individuals who can commit to expected timeframes and support our philosophy, mission, and the Code of Conduct (document to be provided if offered an interview).</p> <p>Overview of Math SAT Prep Course:</p> <p>The curriculum and learning objectives for the assigned class should be aligned to RIDE's requirement of RI students to participate in the SAT assessment and designed to improve the skill base of program participants in the SAT Math sections of the SAT.The course should emphasize test preparation, time management planning, and test taking/strategy. Course curriculum should focus on problem solving, mathematical modeling, the use of algebraic structure, and using tools to better prepare, and build participant's confidence in taking the test.</p> <p>Essential Duties</p> <ul> <li>Prepare a challenging course syllabus according to program guidelines. </li><li>Employ instructional approaches to enhance each student's conceptual understanding to ensure students are learning and absorbing critical information to succeed in the SAT math test. </li><li>Assess each student's competency level with respect to the course material and identify strategies and support services to help them improve. </li><li>Submit bi-weekly progress reports and a final evaluation report on each student, meeting established deadlines. </li><li>Create a supportive learning environment that encourages appropriate behavior according to the standards set forth in the Upward Bound Code of Conduct. Foster positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. </li><li>Meet weekly with the assigned class Tutor Counselor to discuss student progress, review tutoring logs, and provide guidance and support. </li><li>Confer regularly with the Upward Bound advisors and meet with each at least once during the summer. </li><li>Discuss organizational and campus issues with Director in a timely manner. </li><li>Collaborate with other instructors to enhance teaching and student success. </li></ul> <p>Occasional Duties Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Strong commitment to teaching students from diverse, low-income, first-generation backgrounds. </li><li>Excellent classroom management, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. </li><li>Teaching philosophy: with the right environment and curriculum, all students can succeed. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Bachelor's degree in related discipline.</p> <p>Experience:</p> <ul> <li>At least two years' formal classroom teaching experience with groups of low-income, first generation high school students </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Teachers with RI secondary school/mathematics teaching certification </li><li>Experience with SAT Math Preparation tutoring/instruction </li></ul> <p>Environmental Conditions</p> <p>The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions. Instruction and tutoring occurs in classrooms, residence hall, and other college facilities. However, participation in cultural and social activities with students is expected.</p>