Temporary to College Teacher

Position: Temporary Steps to College Teacher
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Temporary Steps to College Teacher. The Steps to College Teacher will teach economics, civics, financial literacy, current events, math, English, or ESOL for the Steps to College summer program.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university
¿ s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at .

Responsibilities

* Teach one 16-day course in any of the following areas: economics, civics, financial literacy, current events, English, mathematics, or ESOL and employ classroom management and disciplinary skills as necessary.

* Create effective, engaging, hands-on lesson plans, assignments, and activities for an intensive 16-day course, addressing all required state P-12 standards as set by the Georgia Department of Education for the content area and grade level being taught.

* Keep detailed records of all assignments, grades, final assessments, and attendance; submit required reports and documents to program Coordinator in a timely manner.

* Supervise students outside of classroom activities, including as they arrive and depart via bus each day, as they eat lunch each day, as they take snack breaks or restroom breaks on a daily basis and on program-related field trips taken during the course of the program.

* Participate in all orientation meetings and program meetings as determined by the S2C Director, which might require meeting prior to the start of or after the end of the S2C program. Check and respond to UNG emails daily.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Content area knowledge

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* Skill in incorporating technology in teaching in the classroom, and experience working with English Learners.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree required; preferably in Education, Applied Linguistics, or TESL.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working with youth in out-of-school academic programs and/or facilitating out-of-school programming is preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

* Resume

* Cover Letter

* Unofficial Transcripts

* Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic…