Instructors will implement a rigorous college prep ELA and Advisory curriculum for high school students using a student-centered, anti-oppressive approach. Responsibilities include lesson delivery, grading, maintaining classroom culture, and collaborating with instructional coaches.
Required: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in content related field. Teaching certification, K-12 classroom teaching experience, and/or experience teaching at the college or university level. Experience working with high school-aged students. Comfortable with navigating technological learning systems. Expertise and depth of knowledge in advanced high school-level English and Humanities subjects. Eagerness to engage in conversations analyzing the historical and continued causes of societal ills and challenges. The use of a reliable personal laptop. Seasonal instructors must have access to their own device that meets basic technology requirements to carry out all instructional and administrative duties.
Understanding and practice of student-centered pedagogy. Knowledge and experience with Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Certifications, PD course completions, and/or tertiary education in Instructional Technologies. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. This position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. EEOC Policy At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities – are strongly encouraged to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment. Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status. If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent. THE ORGANIZATION Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) is an educational non-profit founded on the belief that talent is everywhere; but opportunity is not. Our programs are designed to educate, train, mentor, and amplify the voices of our participants to give them a seat at the table – every table. We propel human potential. SEO is an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational career opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results. Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence.
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Candidates must hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field and have experience teaching high school students. Proficiency with instructional technologies and a depth of knowledge in advanced high school English and Humanities are required.
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