High School Youth Program Instructor: Insights into Engineering Fields of Study
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Job No: 508293
Division/Organization: Division of Continuing Studies
Department: Precollege Academic Programs
Job Type: UW Student Assistant
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: UW-Madison Campus
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $2,880
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Digital Technology, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Education and Training, Child Development and Care, STEM, Career Management, Honoring Context and Culture
Department Overview:
Badger Precollege, Division of Continuing Studies
Anticipated Start Date:
July 20th, 2025
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
August 1st, 2025
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 25 Maximum: 35
Schedule:
June 14th: All-Staff Training, 1pm-5pm July 20th-August 1st: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
$2,880
Number of Positions:
1
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or content related field - 2 years of teaching experience with K-12 students preferred. Student teaching experience will be considered. - Graduate level coursework, completed or in progress, is preferred. - Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver engaging content to middle school students is preferred. - Energetic approach to learning - Strong communication skills and ability to work well with students, administration, and support staff - Experience meeting the needs of all students - Respect for individual differences and individuality.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
- Experience working with high school students - Experience teaching content area subject
Position Summary/Job Duties:
Instructor and curriculum designer for the Insights into Engineering Fields of Study course for the Badger Summer Scholars program. Program dates are July 20- August 1, 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: How do engineers turn abstract ideas into tangible solutions that improve daily life? What’s the difference between mechanical, civil, and electrical engineering, and how do they work together on large-scale projects? What challenges do engineers face when balancing innovation with sustainability? What skills and traits make a successful engineer in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape? This course provides an engaging introduction to the diverse world of engineering, offering students a comprehensive overview of various engineering disciplines and career paths. Through interactive lectures, hands-on projects, and guest speakers from industry, students will explore fields such as mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, and computer engineering. The course aims to help students understand the fundamental principles and real-world applications of each discipline, while also providing guidance on academic pathways and career opportunities. In making connections with UW-Madison’s own College of Engineering, students will be equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their future in engineering. Instructors are responsible for: ● Developing (or modifying) an engaging course with activities and lessons designed to provide high quality and fast-paced learning for high school students including elements of college, major, and career preparation revolving around the class topic. ● 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 July 20 and August 1, 2025 ● Leading daily instructional sessions M-F 9:00-2:30pm, July 21 - August 1, 2025 for a group of 8-16 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/badger-summer-scholars/.
Physical Demands:
N/A
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu
Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Advertised: December 23, 2024 09:00 AM Central Standard Time
Applications close: January 31, 2025 11:55 PM Central Standard Time
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