Instructor Upward Bound SE - Math - Adjunct Pool; Grant Funded

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.

You are passionate about helping students achieve success. At HCC we are committed to preparing students for academic, personal and career success and we’re looking for someone like you to provide instruction in a subject area such as Math, Science, English, Foreign Language or Life Skills.

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

In addition to teaching your subject, you will advise students on academic and career issues, assist with registration, orientation and assessment as needed. You will demonstrate sensitivity toward students from diverse backgrounds, including students with disabilities, and continually seek innovative instructional methodologies.

• Teach Upward Bound students in the assigned subject area.
• Develop and implement curriculum, including traditional, audio‑visual and computer‑assisted instruction.
• Maintain daily attendance records and evaluate student progress per semester.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans and create a positive learning environment.
• Inform the Project Director of any problems that might hinder student success or participation.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for Upward Bound students.
• Prepare incident reports as required and maintain classroom discipline.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings and may be asked to chaperone field trips.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Education or a related field.
• Experience
  : 1 to 2 years of 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.
  • Strong communication with parents/guardians, school personnel and community organizations.
  • Knowledge of academic support and developmental services.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with the targeted population.
  • PC and basic software proficiency.

Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

Houston, Texas

Houston Community 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.

For inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies, contact Sandra

B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM‑SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator, Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX, PO Box 667517, Houston TX 77266, 713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix. Individuals with disabilities requiring special accommodations for interview should contact (713) 718‑8565.

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.