Science Instructor

Additional Position Information

Posting Detail Information Posting Number: NT00126 Benefits Eligible: No

Section: Student Success Number of Positions Available: 8-10 (Contingent upon final funding level) Anticipated Start Date or Semester: June 9 Faculty Orientation: 1 June 17, ALL Faculty Orientation: June 29, first day of teaching Posting Date: 02/18/2026 End of Temporary or Limited Position: 08/05/2026 Priority given to applicants who apply by Closing Date: Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions Information for Applicants Positions are contingent upon the level of federal funding and student enrollment. Salary range: $2800 to $3500. The salary may be adjusted based on student enrollment. Candidates are required to upload a resume and cover letter. In the cover letter, please indicate the high school level courses the candidate is applying to teach:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Forensic Science
• Human Anatomy/Physiology
• Physics
• Advanced Physics
• Robotics
• AI
• Computer Science
• VR Provide the names and contact information for three current professional references. At least one reference must come from an educational administrator who has supervised the applicant. Please include the title of each person providing a reference. Taxes will be withheld from the salary, and payment will be made on August 7th. No fringe benefits will be provided. Attention foreign citizens working in the U.S. under a visa: This position is short-term, and Rhode Island College will not sponsor a work authorization visa. Before finalizing employment, this position requires successful completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to verification of education, employment history, and a criminal and sex offender record check. The employee must also submit specific forms required by the RI College Human Resources Office as outlined in the terms.

Position Status & Special Application Instructions Position Status & Special Application Instructions Min Salary: na Max Salary: na FLSA Exempt: AA ADA Statement As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

Position Information Position Title: Science Instructor Department Name: Upward Bound Academic or Calendar Year: Scheduled Work Week: Hours: Area Mandatory meetings/dates:

• June 9: UB Faculty Orientation 1, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
• June 17: Faculty/Staff Orientation 2, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
• June 29 through August 5: Teaching contract as assigned. TBD Science instructors tutoring session with students in residence hall: Study Hall.

Information about CLASS SCHEDULE Classes meet for one hour, Monday through Thursday. Instructors are also expected to tutor students at least once during the summer outside of class hours, including one evening session in the residence hall. The master schedule will be developed in late May; specifics will be communicated to individuals who are hired. First period begins at 8:15 am, last period begins at 2:00 pm. No classes will be held on Monday, July 6, in observance of Independence Day.

Position Overview The Rhode Island College Upward Bound Program is a federally funded program for rising 10, 11, and 12-grade college-bound high school students. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the high school graduation, college-going, and college graduation rates of program participants. The Upward Bound Summer Program is hiring part-time temporary Science Instructors. Qualified candidates must be able to teach Introduction to high school level science courses in 1 or more of the following:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Forensic Science
• Human Anatomy/Physiology
• Physics
• Advanced Physics
• Robotics
• AI
• Computer Science
• VR For more information, visit the Upward Bound website: https://www.ric.edu/dept/center-scholar-development/upward-bound.

Introduction to the Summer During the summer program, we focus on building a community that has high expectations for academic achievement, personal development, behavior, and student accountability. The students live in a residence hall and are supervised by a team of tutor counselors. They take high school courses in literature and writing, mathematics, science, and may participate in SAT prep, STEM, Foreign Language, and elective courses. In addition to these courses, the students will have the opportunity to participate in recreational, social, cultural activities, and field trips. The Upward Bound Program seeks individuals who can commit to expected timeframes and support our philosophy, mission, and Code of Conduct document to be provided if offered an interview.

Overview of the Science Courses The curriculum and learning objectives must align to the Next Generation Science Standards. Innovative teaching approaches will be used to introduce and reinforce key concepts, improve scientific reasoning skills, and boost students confidence to pursue higher-level courses in science and mathematics. Laboratory sessions will be conducted as scheduled, and students will demonstrate an understanding of related experimental design, inquiry, and data collection analysis by developing formal laboratory reports.

Essential Duties

• Develop course objectives aligned to current state standards, outline performance expectations relative to proficiency levels, and grading criteria.
• Prepare a challenging course syllabus according to program guidelines.
• Use instructional approaches that respect the diversity of learners and employ innovative methods to engage students in mastering the course objectives.
• Assess each students competency level with respect to the course material and identify strategies and support services to help them improve.
• Submit bi-weekly progress reports and a final evaluation report on each student meeting established deadlines.
• Create a supportive learning environment that encourages appropriate behavior according to the standards set forth in the Upward Bound Code of Conduct.
• Foster positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
• Meet weekly with the assigned class Tutor Counselor to discuss student progress, review tutoring logs, and provide guidance and support.
• Confer regularly with the Upward Bound advisors and meet with each at least once during the summer.
• Discuss organizational and campus issues with the Director in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other instructors to enhance teaching and student success.

Occasional Duties

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong commitment to teaching students from diverse, low-income, first-generation backgrounds.
• Excellent classroom management, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Teaching philosophy with the right environment and curriculum, all students can succeed.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in relevant field.
• Experience: At least two years formal classroom teaching experience with groups of low-income, first-generation high school students.
• At least two years experience developing course curriculum and objectives which are aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teachers with RI secondary school science teaching certification.

Environmental Conditions The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions. Instruction and tutoring occur in classrooms, residence hall, and other college facilities. However, participation in cultural and social activities with students is expected.

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

1. Are you available to meet the required time commitments set forth in this summer job description? Yes/No
2. Have you taught this subject for at least 2 years to groups of low-income, first-generation high school students in a formal classroom setting with at least fifteen students in each group? Yes/No
3. Have you at least 2 years of experience developing course curriculum and learning objectives aligned to Common Core/State Standards? Yes/No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter Optional Documents
• Other Document (see special instructions)