• Job Type: Short Term Casual
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: 6/27/2025
• Hours Per Week: 5-10
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $25.00-$25.00

Position Summary

The State Pre-College Enrichment Program (S-PREP) is a free high school and college preparation program for 7th -12th grade students who reside in New York City. The objective of the program is to increase the number of underrepresented students pursuing careers in healthcare or related STEM professions. The program offers academic enrichment courses that are designed to prepare students for success in math and science. The program also offers career development workshops, college advisement services, field trips and college tours.

Program Facilitators for the S-PREP program will assist with managing math and science courses for middle and high school students. Program participants come from diverse backgrounds and generally have varying academic skillsets. This is a great opportunity to assist with exercising curriculum construction, establishing/executing course instruction and differentiation skills. Course offerings will include, but may not be limited to Algebra, Biology, Chemistry, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Statistics, Anatomy & Computer Science.

Responsibilities

Program Facilitators will report to the SPREP Program Administrators within the Office of Student Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

??? Supporting the preparation of program sessions including classes, special events and other program related activities
??? Assisting Preceptor(s) with general classroom management and in class activities. If any curriculum updates are made, provide new course materials to program administrators.
??? Grading quizzes, exams, and other course assignments
??? Providing feedback regarding students??? participation for bi-annual evaluations
??? Assisting with the execution of the S-PREP workshop series
??? Monitoring student attendance for respective course(s)
??? Collaborating with Program Administrators to chaperone selected college visits and field trips
??? Attending all special program events including opening and closing ceremonies as well as conferences
??? Providing recommendations for program improvements
??? Completing administrative/clerical duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience.

Other Requirements

• Education and training in science and/or mathematics 
• Demonstration of leadership and organization skills 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

About Columbia University

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