Pre-College Instructor, Anatomy and Physiology (On-Campus), Summer 2027

Columbia University • New York, NY

1d • $7,400 - $9,100 • Onsite

About The Position

Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs is seeking an instructor to develop and teach an intensive three-week Anatomy and Physiology course for high-achieving high school students during Summer 2027. The course is on campus and provides a hands-on, college-level introduction to the structure and function of the human body’s major systems. Through interactive lectures, group activities, laboratory investigations, and real-world case studies, students examine the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, nervous, and endocrine systems, with emphasis on how systems interact and on critical thinking about health, disease, and performance. Students build foundational knowledge in human biology and develop observation and problem-solving skills in a simulated college classroom and laboratory environment. The prerequisite for students is one year of high school biology.

Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Pre-College Programs, instructors develop and deliver immersive non-credit courses, guide and supervise students while classes are in session, and write a holistic evaluation of each course participant after the course concludes. The scheduled session is June 28–July 16, with class times listed as 11:10 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 3:10–5:00 p.m.; dates and times are tentative and subject to change. Typical class size is 20–24 students.

The hiring salary range for Session A (on-campus, three weeks) is $7,400–$9,100. Applicants must have U.S. work authorization and must be in the U.S. while teaching. Once hired, applicants must complete a third-party background check, Protection of Minors training, and other University and program-mandated training.

Requirements

• Graduate degree or equivalent professional or academic background.
• Expertise in the pertinent subject matter.
• Aptitude for teaching.
• U.S. work authorization and presence in the U.S. while teaching.
• Availability to teach the scheduled session; applicants are asked to confirm availability in the Message to Hiring Manager field.

Nice To Haves

• Formal teaching evaluations, if available, should be submitted with the resume.

Responsibilities

• Develop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work in accordance with Pre-College templates and regulations.
• Lead and attend all class sessions, including escorting students to and from campus for field trips.
• Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored to high school students.
• Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends.
• Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries.
• Attend and complete all required online trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level