Upward Bound Instructor

Department

Achievement & Assessment Inst

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description

50% - Instruction:

* Develop a comprehensive understanding of the project's overarching goals and contribute to a challenging program of study aimed at fostering success and confidence in each student.

* Create and implement content-area curriculum and lesson plans from Monday to Thursday.

* Identify necessary resources (e.g., reading material, instructional aides) for effective curriculum implementation.

* Assess students' cognitive needs and design a curriculum to address those needs.

* Provide opportunities for hands-on classroom activities.

35% - Administration:

* Complete all administrative tasks thoroughly and punctually, including weekly student progress and instruction reports, daily attendance, and final grade reports for each student.

* Maintain confidentiality of sensitive student information.

* Read and respond to all communication, staying updated on changes in schedules.

* Attend required training before the program and participate in weekly staff meetings.

* Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to undertake additional duties as assigned.

10% - Policy Enforcement:

* Model and enforce all university and program policies.

* Respond promptly to student issues, conflicts, mediation needs, and crisis situations.

* Consistently document all policy violations.

* Report inappropriate student behavior and/or policy violations to the appropriate staff.

5% - Other duties as assigned.

Req  (Ex: 10567 )

32046

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses:
Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civil rights, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, , 711 TTY.

Work Schedule

Monday-Thursday;
Hours will vary

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Contact Information to Applicants

Upward Bound Programs at

Required Qualifications

* 60+ undergraduate hours at the end of spring 2026 semester

Employee Class

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Advertised Salary Range

Minimum $20 per hour
- Commensurate with experience

FTE

0.75

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree

* Graduate credit

* Experience with a wide variety of students as evidenced by application materials

* Subject area teaching expertise and experience as evidenced by application materials

* Experience with Federal TRIO Programs and/or first-generation college students as evidenced by application materials

Position Overview

The University of Kansas Upward Bound programs are federally funded TRIO programs that work with first-generation and low-income college-bound students (rising 9th - rising 12th graders) in Shawnee, Douglas, Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties with the goal of increasing the rate at which students complete high school and graduate from college.

The Upward Bound Non-Bridge Summer Institute is an intensive six-week academic program that gives participants a chance to experience college life while preparing for their upcoming school year. Students share a room in a university residence hall with other participants and interact with instructors and residence hall advisors while taking academic classes.

The instructor for the Upward Bound Program Non-Bridge Summer Institute will develop and implement a content-area curriculum while serving as a role model for high school students participating in the Upward Bound Non-Bridge Summer Institute. Classes are scheduled to take place from Monday to Thursday, spanning June 8 to July 2, 2026. An orientation for instructors is tentatively scheduled for May 14, 2026.

The pay rate is $20-$23 per hour depending on qualifications. These positions are temporary summer appointments.

Primary Objective:
Prepare students in subject areas they may encounter in the upcoming academic year, with a specific focus on imparting study skills essential for success in both high school and college.

Secondary Objective:
Inspire students towards pursuing higher education and contribute to the development of their self-esteem and sense of achievement.

Open for the following Subject Areas:

2 Math Instructors (Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Calculus or Statistics)

2 Elective Instructors

1 Science Instructor

1 English Instructor

KU is not able to provide H-1B sponsorship for this position.

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Application Review Begins

20-Mar-2026

Anticipated Start Date

14-May-2026

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application consists of:

* The University of Kansas online application

* A cover letter that describes any…