Verizon Grant - Teacher

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer: 

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us! 

https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness

Science and Mathemathics/INSTRUCTOR

BASIC FUNCTION:

Instructors for the Verizon Program have primary responsibility for implementing the curriculum.

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Supervision of high school students

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Provides instruction in developing writing skills; critical thinking; coding and robotics;  . Will include weekday and evening responsibilities. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Provides instruction to and supervision of high school students by:

• Tutoring/mentoring the student at evening study session
• Administering and scoring pre- and post-tests to assess student performance in relation to course objectives
• Introducing students to the level of writing expected of university students as outlined in a general course in freshman composition
• Increasing student proficiency in using technology/computer applications to produce essays, portfolios, and other college level writing products using features of Microsoft Word
• Increasing student proficiency in using the library and the Internet to research a topic, locate supporting documents for the development of essays, compositions, and reports
• Following the SOAR methodology and incorporating pre-college teaching strategies and cooperative learning techniques in module implementation
• Adhering to the discipline policies of the Verizon project
• Conducting oneself in a professional manner

Motivating students to pursue careers in math or science by:

• Being a good role model
• Infusing knowledge of African Americans contributions to society in the curriculum

Maintains and self and healthy classroom environment by:

• Adhering to Verizon policies regarding classroom safety
• Reporting student problems/discipline issues promptly to the coordinator

Maintains student records/confidentiality by:

• Recording all student scores in the Verizon database
• Keeping pre- and post-tests for filing
• Keeping student materials secured

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in English

Note: This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The university has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.

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