Math & Science Instructor for GeoFORCE

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

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About The Position

GeoFORCE Math & Science Instructors are graduate students, researchers, or faculty in the fields of Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. Each instructor is expected to instruct approximately 30 incoming college freshmen for ~2 hours each day, Monday – Friday, during the week of the Math & Science Institute. They are also expected to prep and grade assignments to help students prepare for their first semester of a STEM degree in college. Those selected will be required to attend a mandatory virtual training in May. GeoFORCE Mission GeoFORCE is a youth education outreach program that recruits students in Austin, Houston, and Southwest Texas. The Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas created GeoFORCE to identify and develop the next generation of STEM leadership for discovery, research, and management of energy, minerals, water, the environment, and natural hazards for the benefit of society. Candidates for the GeoFORCE instructor position are subject to all UT all policies as set forth by the University of Texas Youth Human Resources and GeoFORCE Texas: UT Camp Worker Guide A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable, original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Information from the documents will be submitted to the federal E-Verify system for verification. Documents must be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in dismissal. Purpose Be the calculus, chemistry, or physics content expert and instruct 30 incoming college freshmen for one week during the GeoFORCE Math & Science Institute.

Requirements

• Two or more years of post-Baccalaureate education.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in a related STEM field.

Responsibilities

• Develop a week-long short course around Intro to Calculus, Chemistry, or Physics.
• Deliver short lectures, videos, etc. at pre-determined class times.
• Assess students and adjust instruction as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees