Instructor - Upward Bound

Job Description Summary

Application Deadline: This advertisement is open continuously and for multiple positions. Applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis. For questions regarding the status of an application, please contact the hiring manager, D'on Jeffers, at [email protected].

Santa Fe College's Upward Bound is a federally funded program designed to provide first generation and/or low-income high school students in Bradford High School with the academic skills and motivation necessary to succeed in their pre-college studies. The program's focus is high school success, persistence and college going culture.

The Upward Bound Instructor is responsible for providing support and home assistance to students in a variety of subjects including English (Reading and Writing), Mathematics, History, Social Science, the Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Foreign Languages (Spanish), and Computer Technologies. The successful candidate must have a strong work ethic, as well as a passion for helping students and a commitment to academic success. Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the Upward Bound program.

Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Provides classroom instruction for the assigned subject area in accordance with overall Upward Bound program objectives, established UB curriculum, and student progress.
• Assists with the development and preparation of UB curriculum, lesson plans, pre-post testing, course syllabi and other course materials.
• Monitors student's access and use or UB academic support resources (e.g. CANVAS courses, ALEKS).
• Mentors students in preparation for college, providing leadership, information, and guidance about college and college culture.
• Helps students develop good study skills and test taking strategies.
• Provides group and individualized tutoring sessions and homework support for UB scholars in grades 9-12.
• Assists students with the development of study skills and good test taking strategies.
• Informs Coordinator of any academic or disciplinary issues that hinder tutorial and academic success.
• Participates in TRIO and other types of professional development opportunities.
• Assists with documentation to certify accurate and timely record keeping regarding student conduct, attention and academic progress, as well as other forms and information.
• Participate in the Upward Bound team activities: attend training sessions, field trips, staff meetings and other events as necessary.
• Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.

• Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: A bachelor's degree in relevant subject matter area and at least two (2) years of closely related work experience is required.

Additional Requirements:  A criminal background check will be conducted. Must be skilled in the assigned academic discipline of instruction with the ability to deliver a high level of interactive classroom instruction.

Preferred: A teaching certificate with experience teaching and/or tutoring high school aged students and/or experience working with low-income, first-generation college bound populations. Preference will be given to qualified individual who have overcome barriers similar to those experienced by Upward Bound program participants. 

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
• Adaptability to Change – able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
• Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors.
• Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
• Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
• Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
• Relationship Management – able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
• Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
• Team Orientation & Interpersonal — highly motivated team-player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization.

Application Process:  All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

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Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to: [email protected]

Santa Fe College reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions. Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans.