NCE STEM Grant Summer Program Instructor

Title:
NCE STEM Grant Summer Program Instructor

Department:
School of Applied Engr & Tech

Reports To:
Assistant Professor School of Applied Engr & Tech

Position Type:
Staff

Position Summary:
The Newark College of Engineering invites
applications for temporary hourly instructor positions to teach various STEM
modules in grant-funded, non-credit summer programs. The duration of the STEM
modules ranges from 1 to 5 weeks, typically operating 3-4 days per week for 6-8
hours each day. Instructors will deliver inquiry-based, product-oriented
instruction to enhance students' knowledge, understanding, and application of
STEM content and concepts. They will also integrate engineering fundamentals,
interdisciplinary topics, hands-on activities in the Makerspace, and emerging
technologies into their teaching. This role is primarily focused on teaching,
with instructors having access to a fully developed curriculum and support from
subject matter experts, TAs, and the program team.

Essential Functions:
Successful
candidates are expected to take full responsibility for the training program
modules for the duration of their assignment, deliver lectures based on a
pre-developed STEM curriculum, prepare and grade assignments, learn and use
the online course management system (Canvas), plan time during the week to
meet with TAs and the Program Leadership Team as needed, and provide program
assessment and student progress/achievement reports.

- Must be available to work in person
within the window of June 17, 2024 - August 15, 2024.
- Collaborates with relevant program
personnel on content delivery, lesson planning, and associated activities.
- Takes full responsibility for the
part of the training program they are assigned to and notifies the Program
Leadership Team of any changes to the scheduled activities or any issues with
the program operations.
- Create an environment of respect
and rapport through positive interactions with students and establish a
culture for learning by emphasizing the importance of learning, having high
expectations for all learners, and cultivating an environment where students
take pride in their work.
- Effectively manage classroom
procedures such as instructional groupings, transitions from one activity to
another, preparation/distribution/collection of materials and supplies, and
daily routines.
- Communicate effectively with
students and teaching assistants about expectations, directions, and content
explanations.
- Use questioning and discussion
techniques to engage students in learning and solicit evidence of
understanding.
- Design engaging activities for
students that are well organized and structured with suitable spacing.
- Utilize effective strategies to
determine student starting points, set clear criteria for assessment, monitor
student learning, and evaluate learning outcomes.

Additional Functions:
- Attend regular staff meetings.
- Work closely,
cooperatively, and amicably with other staff members.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
- Previous teaching
and/or curriculum development experience.
- Bachelor's or higher
degree from an accredited institution in the area applicable to teaching
area; currently employed with duties related to teaching subject area.
- Professional experience
substantial in duration and level of responsibility.
- Sustained academic or
professional engagement activities within the last 5 years.
- Possesses good
leadership abilities and communication skills.
- Experienced in hands-on
activities and experiential learning and teaching.
- At the university's discretion, the education and experience
prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the
satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and
experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Preferred Qualifications:
- NJIT teaching and/or curriculum development experience is an added
advantage.
- Master's or higher degree
preferred.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Part-Time