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About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of TRIO Upward Bound Instructor for subjects: ENGLISH, SCIENCE, MATH, TECHNOLOGY and FOREIGN LANGUAGE.
The University – the first four-year public institution of higher education in the city –seeks an individual who will help shape the character of a 21st century, teaching-focused university. Candidates should be able to express enthusiastic support for the mission of the university to transform the lives of students, families and communities by providing high-quality, student-focused education in preparation for tomorrow’s careers, and its vision to create the place of choice where students are inspired to learn, faculty are inspired to teach and the community is inspired to support. For more information about the university, go to: http://untdallas.edu/Due to the growth of the University, the Office of Provost is also expanding. Please note that there are multiple openings for the TRIO Upward Bound Instructor position.
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Position Overview
To serve as Instructor for the Upward Bound Program during the Summer Institute. Instructors will design and deliver innovative lessons to support students from 9th – 12th grade in their academic and/or elective subjects for added learning and preparation for High School and Collegiate Studies. Instructional design and delivery is expected to be Differentiated, Innovative, Hands-On, Creative and/ or Utilize Various Technology Platforms use are encouraged.
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Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following required qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher with concentration in the field of learning development and/or in the assigned teaching field.
- Organizational skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective rapport with students and faculty.
- Sensitive to students’ abilities and needs.
- Be able to provide hands-on activities and research opportunities/ideas.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
N/A
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Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
- Prior experience working with or teaching high school students.
- Knowledge of effective classroom management and instructional techniques.
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Required License/Registration/Certifications
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Job Duties:
- Utilize Course Objectives provided for the class.
- Administering pretests, post-tests and evaluations.
- Planning, teaching and preparing materials for classes.
- Evaluates student and group performance.
- Complete performance outcome assessments.
- Recommends program improvements.
- Attend regularly scheduled Staff Meetings.
- Participate in Program Awards Ceremonies activities.
- Performs related duties as required.
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Work Schedule:
Summer Institute June 1st – July 7th (8:30 – 1:00 PM) 20 hours/ 4 days per week Monday – Thursday (20 Hours per week)
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Driving University Vehicle:
No
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Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions:
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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