Upward Bound Instructor

The University of Kansas Upward Bound programs are federally funded TRIO programs that work with first-generation and low-income college-bound students (rising 9th - rising 12th graders) in Shawnee, Douglas, Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties with the goal of increasing the rate at which students complete high school and graduate from college.

The Upward Bound Non-Bridge Summer Institute is an intensive six-week academic program that gives participants a chance to experience college life while preparing for their upcoming school year. Students share a room in a university residence hall with other participants and interact with instructors and residence hall advisors through taking five academic classes, have support finishing homework with the help of tutors.

The Upward Bound Program Non-Bridge Summer Institute instructor will develop and implement content-area curriculum and serve as a role model for high school students who are participating in the Upward Bound Non-Bridge Summer Institute. Classes will be held Monday -Thursday, June 9 -July 3, 2025. Orientation for instructors is tentatively scheduled for May 15, 2025.

The pay rate is $21-$23 per hour depending on qualifications. These positions are on-going temporary summer appointments.

Primary Objective: Prepare students in subject areas they may expect to encounter during the upcoming academic year with a focus on learning study skills that will help students succeed in high school and college.

Secondary Objective: Motivate students toward college and assist in building their self-esteem and sense of achievement.

Open for the following Subject Areas:
1 Science Instructor
2 Math Instructors
1 Foreign Language Instructor

50% - Instruction

• Develop a thorough understanding of the project's overall goals and assist with a challenging program of study that will promote success and generate confidence within each student
• Develop and implement content-area curriculum/lesson plans Monday-Thursday
• Identify any providing resources (e.g., reading material, instructional aides, etc.) needed to implement curriculum
• Assess students' cognitive needs and develop a curriculum to address those needs
• Provide opportunities for hands-on classroom activities

35% Administration

• Complete all administrative tasks fully and punctually. Tasks include but are not limited to completing weekly student progress and instruction reports, daily attendance, and final grade reports for each student.
• Always maintain sensitive student information
• Read and respond to all communication, stay up to date on change in schedules
• Must attend training prior to program and weekly staff meetings as required
• Be flexible and willing to do other duties as assigned

10% - Policy Enforcement

• Model and enforce all university and program policies
• Respond promptly to student issues, conflicts, mediation needs, and crisis situations
• Document all policy violations consistently
• Report any inappropriate student behavior and/or violations to policies to appropriate staff

5% - Other duties as assigned

This position is on-site at the University of Kansas Lawrence campus.
Must be available to teach Monday-Thursday, June 9-July 3, 2025.

A complete application will include:

• A completed on-line application
• Resume
• Cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position
• A list of 3 references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to applications received by March 21, 2025.

Your cover letter should include answers to the following questions:

• Will you be working for another department or office on campus over the summer? If yes, what type of position? How many hours per week will you be working?
• Will you be taking any classes over the summer? If so, please provide a tentative schedule.
• Will you be available to teach Monday-Thursday, June 9 - July 3, 2025? Please indicate if you are available the following "shifts" 8:00 am-noon or noon-4:30pm? If neither of these time frames work, please provide your availability.
• Please describe any experience you may have working with TRIO programs.
• Will you have 60+ undergraduate hours at the end of the spring semester?
• Please describe any teaching experience you may have.
• Please note that all applicants chosen for an interview will be required to prepare a lesson plan in the subject area that the applicant is applying for and execute that plan by teaching for 10-15 minutes in a mock classroom setting involving the search committee.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to consider employment opportunities at the University of Kansas. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the interview and/or the mock teaching, please contact Ms. Marilynn Chavez at phone: (785) 864-0111, email: marilynnchavez@ku.edu five (5) days prior to the scheduled interview.

Application review begins on Monday, February 24, 2025 and will continue until qualified applicants have been identified.

Upward Bound Programs at ub_ubms@ku.edu

Minimum $21 per hour-Commensurate with experience

Monday-Thursday; Hours will vary

Monday February 24, 2025

Thursday May 15, 2025