Upward Bound Summer Program Instructor at Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky

Job Description:

TITLE: Upward Bound Summer Program Instructor
DEPARTMENT: Upward Bound
REPORTS TO: Director of Upward Bound
CLASSIFICATION: Staff-Temporary -- June 8 - July 20, 2025
EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD
STANDARD WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-Time 
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt  
JOB SUMMARY: Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families; high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree; and low-income, first-generation military veterans who are preparing to enter postsecondary education. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. Upward Bound is seeking instructors to teach Math, English, Science, and Foreign Language at the high school or college level for the six (6) week summer program.  The program provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits.     
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Establish key objectives for classes.  

Implement curriculum for courses in the upward bound program aligned with state and local curriculum requirements and focus areas.  

Develop a syllabus for the 6-week summer program that outlines topics to explore and lists due dates for assignments and exams.  

Create lesson plans, that describe how the information will be presented

Participate as a chaperone at educational events.   

Give lectures and organize activities to present material and deepen understanding of coursework.  

Provide academic feedback and counseling to participants and parents

Writes, administers, and grades examinations that test students’ knowledge.  

Record students’ attendance and grades.  

Work closely with UB staff to identify students in need of tutoring and provide materials for tutoring as needed.

 
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
 

Ability to work effectively with students with diverse needs.  

Demonstrates engaged learning techniques, enthusiasm, and ability to motivate students.   

Excellent organizational and time management skills.  

Possesses commitment to teaching culturally diverse students.  

Ability to guide students toward excellence.  

Proficient communication skills.    

  
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 
This position does have supervisory responsibility.   
OTHER DUTIES:Performs other duties as assigned.  
QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in the field they are teaching/Master’s degree preferred.  

Minimum two year’s teaching experience.

Secondary teaching certification in a related field (math, science, English, and foreign language) a plus.  

Previous experience working with underrepresented students preferred.

  

Licensing and Certifications: NA  
WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

No or very limited physical effort is required.

No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

    

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visaInternal candidates are encouraged to apply.  

  

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.  Apply Now