Upward Bound Non-Credit Foreign Language Instructor Summer Program

Position: Upward Bound Staff Non-Credit Foreign Language Instructor Summer Program - Bristol Community College
Job Description:

POSITION TITLE:

Upward Bound Staff - Non-Credit Foreign Language Instructor Summer Program

DEPARTMENT: TRIO Program/Student Services and Enrollment Management

PRIMARY

LOCATION:

A college/university (to be determined) located within a 30-mile radius of Bristol's Fall River Campus

REPORTS TO:

Associate Vice President, Student Success

POSITION STATUS:
This is a part-time, grant funded, non-unit professional without benefits

SALARY: $3800 total for the full program, to be paid in bi-weekly installments

STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Provide part-time or full-time instruction in one foreign language (Spanish, French, Latin or other language). The Upward Bound Program is a federally-funded program to assist 77 college-bound high school students who are the first generation in their families to enter college. The students, who are from Fall River public schools, receive rigorous academic instruction and advisement to prepare for success in college.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Develop and teach college-preparatory classes in one foreign language (French, Portuguese, Latin, Spanish, or other).

* Provide daily tutorial assistance to project participants.

* Prepare written reports and evaluations on student progress.

* Enforce all Upward Bound rules and regulations.

* Assist in supervision at program events and activities.

* Participate in all orientation and final weekend staff meetings and awards ceremony events.

* Demonstrate a sense of professionalism and consistently reflect Bristol's core values while interacting with members ofthe Bristol community.

* Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

NOTE:

Unless otherwise noted, all required qualifications must be met by date of hire.

* Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a foreign language or related field.

* Demonstrated written and oral proficiency in English and in one other language area (e.g. French, Portuguese, Latin, Spanish, or other).

* Minimum of two years of experience in secondary school teaching or related area.

* Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of low-income and first-generation youth.

* Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Zoom, Google, or similar digital platforms.

* The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Reliable transportation in order to travel to and from meetings, trainings, or campus and community locations as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Minimum of a Master's degree in a foreign language or related field.

* Ability to use innovative techniques and interactive media technologies to enhance student learning.

* Robust understanding and demonstrated inclusion of best practices focuses on access, equity, student success, and high impact practices.

Additional Information:

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

Bristol Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies.

The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Title IX and Affirmative Action Officer, Johanna Bielawski at diversitytitleix or ; the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination; the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Right.

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY:

Please complete our online application by clicking on the "Apply" button. The position will be open until filled. Review of applications will begin 10 calendar days from the posting date.

REQUIREMENTS TO COMPLETE

APPLICATION PROCESS:

1) A completed Bristol Community College Employment Application.

2) A current resume/curriculum vitae.

3) A cover letter that demonstrates how your skills and experience meet the desired and required qualifications of the position (not limited in length).

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Bristol Community College is an institution that does not sponsor work authorization.

A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted for all positions.

The college will independently verify education credentials as provided on the application. For certain positions that require a college degree, the hired candidate must supply official transcripts upon hire. Transcripts must include your name and degrees conferred.