Summer English & Composition Instructor – Upward Bound

Summer English & Composition Instructor – Upward Bound (Hourly)

The Summer English Instructor is responsible for strengthening the reading, writing, and analytical skills of high school students (9th–12th grade) from first‑generation and low‑income backgrounds. The goal is to close literacy gaps and introduce students to the rigors of college‑level English, ensuring they are prepared for the academic demands of the upcoming school year and future university coursework.

• Curriculum Design: Develop a 6‑week “Summer Bridge” curriculum that focuses on critical reading, formal composition, and the “writing process” (drafting, peer review, and editing).
• College Essay
  
  Coaching:
  
  Lead intensive workshops for rising seniors on the Common App Personal Statement and other college‑specific supplemental essays.
• Analytical Literacy: Select multicultural texts (poetry, short stories, or contemporary essays) that resonate with the student population to prompt deep discussion and analysis.
• Academic Writing: Instruct students on the fundamentals of evidence‑based argumentation, research skills, and proper MLA/APA citation formatting.
• Active Learning: Implement engaging, non‑traditional activities such as Socratic seminars, mock trials, or creative writing portfolios to keep students motivated.
• Assessment: Administer mandated Pre‑ and Post‑Tests to measure student growth in reading and writing for federal grant reporting.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, English Education, Rhetoric/Composition, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  1–2 years of experience teaching or tutoring writing at the high school or early college level.
• Mission Alignment: Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of socioeconomically disadvantaged students and the ability to motivate underrepresented youth.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide constructive, encouraging feedback to students.

• Valid State Teaching Certification in Secondary English/Language Arts (ELA).
• Master’s degree in English or Education.
• Experience with “Writing Across the Curriculum” or project‑based literacy initiatives.
• Prior experience with TRIO programs (Upward Bound, Talent Search, etc.).

Pay Rate 37.50/Hour

Number of Openings 1

Job Posting Close Date March 12, 2026

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