Instructor Upward Bound SE - Adjunct; Grant Funded PoolReq

Instructor Upward Bound SE - Adjunct (Grant Funded) Pool Req

We are currently seeking an Upward Bound Instructor who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

The Upward Bound program recruits H.I.S.D. students from 9th and 10th grades to aid and encourage them to successfully complete high school, enroll in a post‑secondary institution, and graduate from that institution. Approximately 80% of Upward Bound students have successfully completed high school and enrolled in a post‑secondary education institution.

As an Upward Bound Instructor, you will provide instruction in a subject area such as Math, Science, English, Foreign Language, or Life Skills. Your primary responsibilities include teaching, advising students on academic and career issues, assisting with registration, orientation, and assessment as needed, and seeking innovative methodologies for instruction.

• Develop and implement curriculum in the appropriate subject area (Math, Science, English, Foreign Language, and Life Skills).
• Report daily attendance.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of students’ abilities and needs.
• Evaluate student progress per semester.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans per subject area.
• Create a positive learning environment that enhances student learning.
• Inform the Project Director of any problems that might hinder the academic success or continued participation of the Upward Bound students in the program.
• Serve as a role model/mentor for Upward Bound students.
• Prepare incident reports as needed to the Director and Assistant Director.
• Participate in all staff meetings and/or trainings.
• May be asked to chaperone students on field trips.

• Education:
  
  A Bachelor’s of Behavioral Science, Education, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  One (1) to two (2) years teaching and/or counseling of high school students in the appropriate subject area. Three years preferred.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities:
  • Ability to motivate and relate to disadvantaged students and communicate with parent/guardians, target school personnel and community-based organizations.
  • Knowledge of academic support and developmental services and activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully work with the targeted population.
  • IBM‑PC experience required.

Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra

B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM‑SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact .

Houston, TX.