Instructor-Summer Discovery @ University of Michigan - Summer Discovery

• Advertising
• Architecture
• Painting & Drawing
• Biochemistry/Molecular Biology
• Neuroscience
• Python
• Business
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Psychology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Medicine
• Personal Finance
• Social Media
• Philosophy

• Within a provided framework enhance a dynamic and robust pre-college curriculum for 1-2 assigned courses, to be submitted for review in spring.
• A course syllabus developed in Canvas with a course description, learning objectives, assignments, assessments, and recommended guest speakers is also required for review by the Director of Academics.
• Collaboration with Academic Team on securing guest speakers and on campus site visits prior to program start.
• Deliver daily lectures and facilities in class discussions.
• Proctor attendance for class daily.
• Update readings and other resources on an ongoing basis during sessions.
• Work autonomously with an openness to constructive feedback and coaching.
• Implement differentiated daily instruction based upon the unique abilities of each student providing for an appropriate, intellectually stimulating academic environment.

• Establish a classroom management system which is respectful and conducive to all students' learning style.

• Provide a safe classroom environment that allows every student to be an active participant: monitors, counsels, and coaches' inappropriate behavior of students in the academic setting.
• Communicate daily with the Academic Coordinator on student attendance, progress, behavioral/academic/peer concerns, facility, and course syllabus issues.
• Be able to interact, communicate, and present oneself in a professional manner.

• Be able to work and anticipate unexpected situations or assist during emergency operations.

• Complete all Pre-Program responsibilities:

• Review previous course syllabus and aside time for course planning to identify academic course questions and supplemental resources.
• Attend synchronous and asynchronous trainings and virtual orientations.
• Attend and participate in pre-program on-campus staff orientation training.
• Create Canvas account prior to virtual training.

• Complete all Post-Program responsibilities: student evaluations for each course taught.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• This role is required to be at the assigned campus during assigned course periods and days.
• Attend required pre-program virtual training and possible in-person campus orientation.
• This role is expected to commute to and from program location daily, housing is not provided.
• Parking is not provided on campus; Instructor is responsible for cost.
• Kitchen space is provided on campus, meals are the responsibility of the Instructor.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of middle/high school teaching preferred. Industry professional with 3+ years expertise in the subject matter of the course will also be considered.
• Teaching experience in the classroom or professional setting is required, along with experience in experiential teaching/learning.
• Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes equity and inclusion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively in a summer academic environment.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
• Available to commute to campus, Monday-Friday, for 5 weeks: July 1-August 1, 2024.
• Housing is not provided; instructor should live within a daily commutable distance and is responsible for own transportation and cost.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and be eligible to work in the US.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Docs, and online learning platforms, Canvas LMS preferred.

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