Summer Science Academy Lead Instructor Full Time Temporary

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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

General Position Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism through preparedness, cleanliness, dress, and communication
• Follow the program’s procedures and policies at all times
• Maintain a positive and fun attitude that students may follow
• Maintain a positive working relationship with other staff members
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills, even temper, and a team player
• Oversees the respective discipline of the summer academy, creating and coordinating safe, academically challenging, and enriched activities for students.
• Ensures that activities are effectively implemented
• Instructs and leads specialized activities with students and other instructors

Specific Duties/ Responsibilities

• Serve as lead instructor for the Academy
• Supervises and serves as the first point of contact for 3 full-time Instructors
• Attends and actively participates in training May 22 – May 30, 2025, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (not including May 26)
• Attend and actively participate in Academy Closing Ceremonies, 3 weekdays, 8:00 am – 8 pm
• Creates and monitors check-in and check-out schedule
• Work weekly required hours, plan and attend staff meetings, and evaluation process of the program
• Plan, organize, and implement innovative lesson plans and virtual activities for students
• Attend each virtual Closing Ceremony for each Academy session
• Assist with check-in and attendance during the Academy day program hours
• Monitor supply inventory and make requests as needed
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Seeking current medical and graduate students and/or high school science teachers.
• Demonstrated academic success (candidates must submit a transcript from most recent enrollment in college, university, or professional school).
• Previous teaching experience preferred
• Previous experience working with youth ages 14-16
• Must have reliable transportation as this position will take place in person, on the Emory campus

Employment period: May 22 – July 11, 2025

Daily work hours: 7:30 am- 5:00 pm

Salary: $18.00 an hour

To apply, submit your resume with a cover letter by March 15, 2025.