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● Experience working with high school students
● Experience teaching content area subject

Instructor and curriculum designer for the Civil Engineering: The Art and Science of Structures course for the Accelerated Learning Program. Program dates are June 29- July 18, 2025. The instructor’s main role in the program is to design curriculum and be a teacher and a facilitator of learning. Instructors can expect to work with a class size of up to 16 high school students. Course description listed below:

What makes a structure strong and stable, and how do engineers predict its performance over time? How do engineers design infrastructure to adapt to challenges like climate change and urbanization? What is the role of sustainability in modern civil engineering, and how can we build structures that are environmentally friendly? This course offers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary civil engineering disciplines, emphasizing the tools and techniques of engineering problem-solving. Students will collaborate in teams, engage with the design process, and hands-on experience with essential tools used in civil engineering careers. Through real-world examples at both global and local scales, students will delve into foundational topics such as transportation engineering and environmental engineering. Guest speakers and experts will provide insights into various fields of civil engineering, enhancing students' understanding of practical applications. The course culminates in a final project, where students will develop critical questions on a chosen topic, conduct thorough research and analysis, and present their findings to the class.

Instructors are responsible for:
● Developing (or modifying) an engaging course with activities and lessons designed to provide high quality and fast-paced learning for advanced high school students.
● Developing curriculum following Badger Precollege templates and process (Complete Syllabus including course information, weekly schedule, daily lesson plans, presentation slides, and materials.)
● Completing all hiring requirements and trainings required by Human Resources at the UW-Madison
● Participating in staff orientation before the program begins
● Attending instructor check in meetings scheduled throughout the program.
● Attending opening and closing day events June 29 and July 18, 2025
● Leading daily instructional sessions M-F 9:00-:3:00pm, June 30 - July 18, 2025 for a group of 7-16 students
● Completing post program student evaluation materials.

Instructors can expect to teach eager, curious students with a strong interest in the subject matter. For more information, please visit our website at https://precollege.wisc.edu/alp.

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