Upward Bound Programs Part-time Instructional Programs Commonwealth Campuses: Altoona, Berhend, & Greater Allegheny

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Altoona, PA
Base: $25.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
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Bachelor's degree or education major
Current background check on record
Pa state police criminal background check
Upward Bound Programs is a federally funded initiative at Penn State designed to prepare low-income, first-generation high school students for college success

Job Summary

  • Upward Bound Programs is a federally funded initiative at Penn State designed to prepare low-income, first-generation high school students for college success.
  • Instructors will deliver approximately 20-30 hours of instruction per course while creating scope and sequences for the Summer Academy held from June 16 to August 1.
  • Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and be committed to helping underrepresented students realize their potential through authentic relationships.

Matching Summary

Upward Bound Programs is a federally funded initiative at Penn State designed to prepare low-income, first-generation high school students for college success.

Salary

Base: $25.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree or Education major
  • Current background check on record
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance
  • Federal FBI Fingerprint Background Check

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in Social Justice themes
  • Experience with inquiry-based teaching
  • Ability to plan culturally responsive lessons
  • Experience working with diverse high school students

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with relevant experience
  • Undergraduate student majoring in Education
  • Extensive teaching assistant experience
  • Valid PA and Federal clearances for minors

Work Rights

Not specified

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