The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.

JOB TITLE:

Upward Bound Summer Program 2024 Comp/Lit Instructor

JOB PURPOSE:

-Design and deliver an age-appropriate, subject-specific, four-week curriculum taught to multiple grade levels that encompasses a range of participant ages and learning styles.

- Dates of summer program (including training) are May 29^th-July 2^nd 2024

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Work cooperatively with the Research Mentor to guide participants to successfully complete a research paper.

- Facilitate participants' completion of a research paper, including an abstract, thesis statement, hypothesis, research details and results, and bibliography.

- Assist participants to improve their comprehension of professional research articles and books assigned by the Research Mentor.

- Must be available to teach Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings 8am-10am, for the duration of the summer program and attend study hall at least once per week Mon-Wednesday afternoon 3pm-5pm

- Attend all weekly academic meetings, as required

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Junior standing at the undergraduate level in English or related field; 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree}

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for three work-related references.

- Successful criminal background check necessary for working with minors is required

-Current students please upload a copy of your most recent transcripts, or email to

-Please upload an example lesson plan you would use in your course to guide a lesson on basic grammar and paper structure using APA style geared toward high school students aged 9^th-12^th grade. You can also email to felicia.killworth@uwyo.edu

HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email .

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