Pre-College Instructor, The Science of Psychology Part Time Temporary

Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach on-campus courses during Summer 2025.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Instruction and Curriculum for Pre-College Programs, Pre-College Instructors develop and deliver immersive non-credit courses for high-achieving high school students. They guide and supervise students when classes are in session, and write a holistic evaluation of each course participant after classes conclude.

Course Description

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and theories of psychology, the science of the mind and behavior. The course provides an in-depth excursion into psychological research, including biological bases of behavior, learning and memory, sensation and perception, cognitive development, language acquisition, personality, and social influences on behavior.

Course Schedules:

Summer A: June 30th to July 18th (no class July 4th)

Class Times: 9:10 am-11:00 am & 1:10 pm-3:00 pm EST OR 11:10 am – 1:00 pm & 3:10 – 5:00 pm

Please Note: Course(s) and course availability are subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change.

Responsibilities

• Develop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work, following Pre-College templates and regulations
• Lead and attend all class sessions, including escorting students to and from campus for field trips
• Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored for our high school population
• Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends
• Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 20-24 students)
• Attend and complete all required online training

Qualifications

• Graduate degree or equivalent professional or academic background
• Expertise in the pertinent subject matter
• Aptitude for teaching

Hiring Salary

Summer A (On-Campus): $7,000 – $9,000
A one-time course development fee will be paid to first-time instructors. Development fee rates are $1,500 for 3-week courses and $750 for all other courses.

Other Requirements

1. Please submit a resume inclusive of teaching experience as well as formal teaching evaluations (if available)
2. Applicants must have U.S. work authorization and will need to be in the U.S. while teaching.                  3. Employment eligibility is contingent upon valid work authorization. Individuals on STEM OPT or holders of the following visa types are ineligible to teach Pre-College: B-1, E-3, H-1B, J-1, and O-1.
4. Applicants may not hold a concurrent appointment with Columbia for the duration of their appointment
5. Once hired, applicants are required to submit to a third-party background check and complete Protection of Minors training in addition to other training(s) mandated by the University and Pre-College Program