College & Career Readiness Instructor, Thunder Fellows

Position: College & Career Readiness Instructor, Thunder Fellows (Contract)
About the Program Thunder Fellows, developed by the Oklahoma City Thunder and Creative Artists Agency (CAA), is a free, high-impact college and career readiness program committed to expanding opportunities for Tulsa-area high school and Oklahoma-area college students. Beyond any single workshop or experience, the program is designed to help shape the future of Oklahoma’s next generation by creating access, building confidence, and preparing students for success in college, careers, and beyond.

Through mentorship, hands-on learning, and direct exposure to industry professionals, Thunder Fellows empowers students to develop real-world skills, expand their networks, and realize their full potential.

Position Overview Thunder Fellows is seeking experienced and dedicated instructors who are committed to workforce development and expanding opportunities for youth across Oklahoma. This role will lead College & Career Readiness instruction through engaging, hands-on learning experiences that help.

Key Focus Areas Facilitate college planning workshops focused on essay writing, course selection, admissions preparation, and scholarship applications.

Guide students through capstone project development and presentations that showcase their academic and personal growth.

Coach students in self-advocacy, goal setting, and time management to build academic confidence and self-determination.

Teach practical skills including leadership, professional communication, and workplace etiquette.

Prepare students for internships and career opportunities through resume development, mock interviews, and career exploration.

Lead hands-on technical skills labs and help students develop data driven-projects, including data analysis and visualization.

Support students in building real-world, data-driven projects and portfolios.

Stay up to date on trends and industry use cases to enhance curriculum relevance.

Instructional Schedule & Format The instructor will engage approximately 40–50 Fellows per semester across two primary age groups:

High School (Juniors and Seniors)
Up to two back-to-back, one-hour in-person classes on weekday evenings (Monday–Thursday, typically between 5:30–7:30 pm).College Undergraduates Up to two virtual classes per evening, once per week, with each class lasting approximately 90 minutes (typically scheduled between 2:00–8:00 pm on weekdays).One in-person session per month, with occasional Saturday sessions as needed.

Estimated Time Commitment Approximately 15–20 hours per week, including class preparation and instruction time.

As a Contract Instructor, You Will:

Deliver engaging, age-appropriate instruction through interactive lessons, group activities, and project-based assignments for both high school and college students.

Build trusting relationships with students by fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment while serving as both an educator and mentor.

Prepare and adapt curriculum to meet diverse learning needs, skill levels, and learning styles across high school and college cohorts.

Monitor and track student attendance, engagement, and performance, providing timely feedback and individualized support to maximize learning outcomes.

Collaborate with program staff to support guest speakers, enrichment experiences, and capstone project preparation.

Guide students through final projects, internships, and postsecondary planning with an emphasis on professional skill development.

Incorporate culturally responsive teaching and mentoring practices that promote growth mindset, academic confidence, and leadership.

Contribute to curriculum refinement, participate in meetings, and ongoing program design efforts as needed.

Utilize appropriate resources, including textbooks, online tools and software, to enhance learning experiences and classroom engagement.

Teach the equivalent of three cohorts per semester: two high school sections and one college section.

Manage content preparation and delivery, administer formative and summative assessments, track student performance data, conduct makeup classes, and hold select office hours as needed.

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