Upward Bound Summer Instructors Summer

Position: Upward Bound Summer Instructors [Summer 2026]
Job Summary

Upward Bound Summer Instructors:
The opportunity is for May 29 - June 26, 2026

Seeking qualified instructors to teach in the areas of high school science (Astronomy, Geo Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, or other), High School English (Literature and Writing), high school foreign languages, or other STEM-focused classes.

Upward Bound summer instructors teach up to four consecutive 55-minute blocks every Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Some instructors may not teach all blocks, depending on student needs. In special cases, classes may be offered in the afternoon.

All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field,

* State teacher certification, and/or teaching experience at the university level.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's Degree

* Teaching experience, at least three years

* Experience in teaching low-income, first-generation students

Compensation

* ~ 29.5 hours per week, $30.00 per hour

Application Instructions

* Non-exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

* Employment contingent on a satisfactory background check.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond.

Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The

Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.