<p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Posting Number NT00108 Benefits Eligible? No Section Student Success Number of Positions Available 1 Anticipated Start Date or Semester May 19, 2025 Posting Date 04/09/2025 End of Temporary or Limited Position 06/26/2025 Priority given to applicants who apply by Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions/Information for Applicants</p> <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 Graduate Studies Preparation Course Instructor Department Name Center for Scholar Development Academic or Calendar Year temporary Scheduled Work Week / Hours / Area</p> <p>Mandatory Meetings/Dates:</p> <ul> <li>Program duration: May 19, 2025 - June 26, 2025 </li><li>Thursday, May 15, 2025 : Instructor Orientation and Planning Session (Time TBD). </li><li>Tuesday, May 20 - Thursday, June 26, 2025: Teaching Contract Dates (Tues, Wed, Thurs, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm). </li><li>Final portfolio presentation : June 26, 2025 </li></ul> <p>Information about CLASS SCHEDULE:</p> <ul> <li>Classes meet Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. </li><li>Instruction will include workshops, individualized feedback sessions, and peer review activities. </li><li>Instructors are expected to be available for limited individual student meetings outside of class time. </li><li>Specific classroom assignments and final schedule will be confirmed in early May. </li></ul> <p>Position Overview</p> <p>The Graduate Studies Preparation Instructor will design and deliver a 6-week course to prepare McNair Scholars for graduate school applications. The course focuses on key components such as personal statement development, CV/resume building, interview preparation, and overall application strategy.</p> <p>The McNair Scholars Program supports first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students in their pursuit of doctoral study. The instructor must create an engaging, inclusive learning environment that supports the academic and professional growth of each student.</p> <p>For more information, visit the McNair Scholars Program website: https://our.ric.edu/department-directory/center-scholar-development/mcnair-scholars-program.</p> <p>Essential Duties</p> <ul> <li>Develop a comprehensive course syllabus aligned with McNair Program goals. </li><li>Deliver engaging lessons on personal statements, CV/resume writing, interview techniques, and application strategy. </li><li>Provide individualized written and verbal feedback on students' application materials. </li><li>Offer strategies for researching graduate programs and identifying funding opportunities. </li><li>Facilitate peer review sessions and foster a collaborative learning environment. </li><li>Track student attendance, participation, and engagement with course content. </li><li>Submit final evaluations and feedback summaries for each student. </li><li>Communicate regularly with the Project Director </li></ul> <p>Occasional Duties</p> <ul> <li>Participate in McNair community-building events as appropriate. </li><li>Provide informal mentoring to students interested in specific academic fields. </li></ul> <p>Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Strong commitment to supporting first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students. </li><li>Expertise in graduate school admissions processes across disciplines. </li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills. </li><li>Strong editing, coaching, and mentorship abilities. </li><li>Ability to create an inclusive, engaging, and supportive classroom environment. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree or higher in a relevant field. </li><li>Experience with graduate school application processes (personal statement editing, CV development, interview preparation). </li><li>Experience teaching or mentoring undergraduate students. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree or higher in a relevant field. </li><li>Experience working with McNair Scholars or similar student populations. </li><li>Familiarity with graduate admissions in STEM, social sciences, and humanities. </li></ul> <p>Environmental Conditions</p> <p>The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions. Instruction and mentoring occur in classrooms and other college facilities. Participation in program workshops, presentations, and related activities with students is expected.</p>