Upward Bound Summer Foreign Language Instructor AV8905
Oklahoma State University
Location
Stillwater, Oklahoma
Salary
$1,800 / YEAR
Quick overview
The instructor will plan and deliver foreign language lessons to students in the Upward Bound summer program while facilitating active learning. They are also responsible for grading assignments, providing tutoring, and ensuring student safety and well-being throughout the program.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree and demonstrate competence in the language they intend to teach. Applicants must also be able to pass a state background check and complete mandatory university training sessions.
Job description
CAMPUS
OSU-Stillwater: Contact name & email
Broghan Altermatt, Broghan.altermatt@okstate.edu
Work schedule
May 31 – July 2 (5 weeks) Monday–Wednesday each week Teaching
1:20pm-2:20pm, 2:30-3:30pm each day (6 hours/week) 14 hours curriculum development/planning per week (flexible schedule)
Appointment length: 6 months or less
Hiring range
$18.00
Position pays $1800 for the duration of the program
Special instructions to applicants
Please submit resumes and cover letters to Broghan.altermatt@okstate.edu
About this position: Program &
Job Description
- The Upward Bound Summer Program is an academic summer camp offered through the OSU Stillwater Campus and the Division of Access and Community Impact. Our students come from low-income, first-generation families, and the goal of our program is to prepare our students for success in higher education. Through our 6-week summer program (May 31st
- July 2nd), students; engage in coursework to prepare them for their next academic school year, explore OSU and other college campuses, learn teamwork and leadership skills, and engage in a variety of recreational and educational activities
Our foreign language teacher will host classes covering foreign language lessons for our students. They will provide students with teachings, activities, and practice opportunities to increase their understanding of core language competencies.
Job Duties
- Prior to the start of the summer program, Teachers must complete CPR & First Aid, FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, and Minors on Campus trainings, paid for and provided by Oklahoma State University.
- During the summer program, Teachers will work Monday through Friday approximately 20 hours a week for the first 5 weeks of the program completing the following tasks:
- Will attend weekly staff and Teacher Meetings
- Will plan and prepare lesson plans and instructional materials on Thursdays and Fridays, delivering those plans on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays to facilitate active learning
- Will assign, grade, and provide feedback on class work, homework, tests, and assignments
- Will create and administer pre- and post-tests to gauge student learning across the program
- Will host study halls/1-on-1 tutoring sessions
- Will supervise students to ensure their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being
- Required qualifications
- Bachelor's
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (preference to those with a degree in a foreign language)
- Confirmed competence in speaking/using the language taught
- Knowledge of the academic needs of low-income and first-generation students
- Excellent communication skills
- Must be able to successfully pass a state background check (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Preferred Qualifications
- From a low-income and/or first-generation background, or a prior TRIO program participant
- Knowledge of online learning systems (Google Classroom, Canvas, etc.)
- Oklahoma Teaching Certification
- Able and willing to drive a 15-passenger van (see section 4.15, points A & B of OSU Transportation Services Policies and Procedures [https://adminfinance.okstate.edu/site-files/documents/policies/transportation-services-motor-pool-and-motor-vehicle-service-station.pdf])
