PROMISE Program Science Instructor (Aurora)
About The Position
Overview: IMSA is committed to equity and excellence, including the active recruitment of students from all areas of Illinois. IMSA’s PROMISE Program addresses the unique challenges of culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse (CLED) students who have an interest in STEM education by providing academic enrichment programming at low to no cost. This grant-funded program is open to all students, especially Black or African American students, Latinx students, students who qualify for the national free or reduced-price meal program, as well as students from rural Illinois counties. The PROMISE Program consists of three grade-based experiences serving students 7th -9th grade. Aurora Campus Currently, we are seeking two Science Instructors for the Spring 2026 PROMISE Program which serves non-IMSA students currently enrolled in the 7th and 8th grade . The program will run on 7 designated Saturday sessions. In this program, candidates will work with students that have varying academic backgrounds. Program Dates and Details: Expected work hours are Saturdays 8:30AM - 1:00PM Maximum number of participants: 7th Grade: 100 8th Grade: 100 Session Dates: February 21 February 28 March 7 March 14 March 21 March 28 April 18 Program Schedule: Four 45 minute classes each session consisting of approximately 25 students per group. One period will be designated for a brunch break (Period 3 or 4) depending on grade level Schedule: Class 1: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM Class 2: 9:50 AM - 10:35 AM Class 3: 10:40 AM - 11:20 AM Class 4: 11:25 AM - 12:10 PM Class 5: 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Responsibilities
- Develop a daily lesson plan. This may include approved original curriculum, activities used in previous years, or curriculum provided by the IMSA Outreach department.
- Lead lectures and hands on activities with assistance from student tutors
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and encouraging environment for participating students
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
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