TRIO UBMS Instructor

Position Title
TRIO Upward Bound Math and Science Instructor
The Opportunity

TRIO Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS) Program Instructors operate in support of the TRIO UBMS Summer Program (6 week program) on the Colorado School of Mines campus. We have seven part-time Program Instructor positions available for the June 2023 program. Program Instructors create high school level curriculum and delivery classroom instruction in one of the following disciplines Math, Science, English, Foreign Language and STEM elective.

UBMS is a FREE program for 9th – 12th grade students at Alameda International Jr/Sr High School interested in pursuing a college degree in math or science. We focus on first-generation, low-income students who are U.S. citizens needing extra support in pursuit of their STEM academic goals. Summer Program Instructors will be teaching up to 60 UBMS participants from Alameda International Junior/Senior High School (9^th-12^th graders). This program will prepare Alameda students to become successful college students via academic support, professional development, enrichment opportunities, and college application guidance.

Responsibilities

• Creating and teaching a class to 20-30 high school students, ensuing 4-12 hours per week of class contact time.
• Curriculum Development – 8 hours of curriculum development
• Planning for classes- 1-2 hours planning per week
• Deliver at least one of these classes:
  • 9^th/10^th grade math – MWF
  • 11^th/12^th grade math – MWF
  • 9^th/10^th grade English - MW
  • 11^th/12^th grade English - MW
  • Earth science or biology (including lab time) - TRF
  • Chemistry or physics (including lab time) - TRF
  • Foreign language - TR
  • STEM electives (hands-on, engaging, lab-based) - M-F
• Available to teach June 5-June 30, 2023

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience working with disadvantaged youth / individuals
• Ability to effectively work with students, counselors, and college administrators

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Sensitivity to challenges faced by students from low-income, first-generation, minority and diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Masters degree
• Experience with TRIO programs
• CO teaching license

Certifications and Licenses:

• Preference for STEM majors

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous tutoring experience
• Bilingual – Spanish and English

About Mines & Golden, CO

Mines is consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the United States and ranks number one as the best public school in the state for best value colleges. Mines is located in the heart of Golden, Colorado, a western suburb of Denver. The campus location offers a small-town ambiance with close proximity to all that the Denver metropolitan area has to offer with an abundance of cultural events, museums, theaters and sporting venues. A sunny, high-altitude climate with outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play. We seek individuals who value a diverse and inclusive community – offering different perspectives, experiences, and cultures that enrich the educational and work experience.
Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.

Pay Range

$30.19/hour as dictated by the grant

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

How to Apply

If interested in this position, please email Dariana Roybal at darianaroybal@mines.edu or call 303-384-2312.

Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veteran status) and upload a resume and cover letter (required). References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.
Background Investigation Required
Yes

Advertised: May 25, 2023 Mountain Daylight Time
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