Part-Time Teacher, Biology Holland Outreach Programs

Overview

BIOLOGY (BL-BI-IUBLA)

The Department of Biology is part of The College of Arts + Sciences, the oldest and largest academic division of Indiana University. We are committed to broadening participation and expanding access to STEM fields. Check out our initiatives at Holland Summer Science Programs: K-12 Students:
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Department of Biology:
Indiana University Bloomington.

The Department of Biology is a large, unified department with strong undergraduate degrees, nationally ranked graduate programs, world-class research spanning the breadth of biological questions and experimental systems, and a passion for science outreach.

Our premier outreach programs The Jim Holland Summer Enrichment Program (SEP), Summer Science Research Program (SSRP), and Research Initiative in STEM Education (RISE) provide high-achieving high school students with engaging opportunities to explore a wide range of scientific disciplines, from microbiology to plant biology. Through interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory experiences, scientific research, as well as career and college preparation, students gain meaningful exposure to science at the university level.

Program activities are led by a dynamic and highly skilled team of Indiana University faculty members and Indiana high school teachers.

Teachers play a vital role in the SEP by supporting participants’ understanding of key concepts and protocols while also serving as mentors and potential role models.

• Attends all program activities.
• Coordinates additional educational activities and is available to perform other duties as assigned.
• Assists IU Professors/Lecturers with lab preparations and cleanup, introductions, and with academic activities as needed.
• Review and evaluate student lab journals, providing constructive feedback to help participants learn to communicate scientifically.
• Evaluates program success by assisting with student evaluations and completing a program evaluation.
• Models and reinforces good behavior and responds effectively to safety and conduct concerns, and communicates issues to the Program Director as needed.
• Escorts students to/from all activities.
• Interacts with the students and serves as a positive role model.
• Adheres to program policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.

Education

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in education, natural sciences, or related field

Preferred

Work Experience

• Background and/or experience with school environments, educating students in a science field
• Previous experience working with science outreach programs and students that have historically faced limited access to STEM opportunities is highly desirable

Skills

Required

• High level of responsibility, punctuality, and accountability
• Ability to complete tasks in a productive and proactive manner
• Ability to actively engage in academic activities with students, address questions or concerns, and clarify STEM content as needed.
• Ability to supervise groups of students during labs, lectures, and field trips

Ability to move around campus and/or the Bloomington community in the summer. Teachers must be accessible during lecture and lab activities since the primary goal is to interact with your subset of students and ensure they comprehend activities and key takeaways. The person in this position must be available to work for the entire program from staff training to move-out day.

Applicants must not have anything conflicting for the entirety of the program unless otherwise authorized.

Letters of recommendation will be required at a later stage of the interview process.

Graduate students are encouraged to apply.

If chosen, you must also attend a staff orientation 1 day prior to the start of the program.

Available to work for the entire program from staff training to move-out day.

Work Hours Are The Dates Of The Program

• Summer Enrichment Program (SEP):
  July 19 – July 24, 2026
  • Staff Training:
    July 18, 2026

Department of Biology

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

Free room and board

$1,200 for duration of the program

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health…