Upward Bound Summer Instructor

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Director and Coordinator of Upward Bound, provide instruction and support for the Upward Bound summer program and students. Instructors will be paid on a per-class basis, not to exceed .25 FTE.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare lesson plans and educate students on the following subjects:

(Mathematics, Science, and English lesson plans must meet NMPED Standards)

• Monitor and record student performance on a weekly basis
• Must maintain student records and files in a secure and confidential manner
• Instruct using evidence‑based and interactive teaching techniques
• Provide appropriate classroom management for 9th – 12th grade high school students
• Provide tutoring sessions for students at least once per week
• Provide a list of supplies to the Upward Bound Director by April 24, 2026
• Provide weekly lesson plans that meet NM PED Standards to the Upward Bound Director no later than one week prior to course instruction
• An instructor may be required to be a chaperone during the summer trip during the final week of the program
• Participate in organized recreational activities with students

• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree or higher in the subject being taught or accomplishment in the elective area required
• Submission of the course syllabus on or before May 13, 2026, is required by the selected instructor
• Required to attend mandatory staff orientation that will occur the week of May 25, all pre‑program preparation meetings, and weekly meetings during the summer program, as well as the Parent/Student banquet. Summer course instruction will run from June 1 through July 6, 2026.

• Licensed teacher or college faculty
• Fluency in Spanish

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to excellence in teaching students of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work without constant supervision
• Ability to motivate students
• Knowledge of virtual platforms such as Google Classroom and Zoom

Physical Demand and

Working Conditions:

• Work is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects

Essential Functions:

[As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demands, and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all‑inclusive listing.]

Application Review Date:

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre‑employment background check

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link at the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Contact information for three references (blind or off‑list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
• Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

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