Description:
SUU PREP is an academically intense, mathematics-based, summer enrichment program, designed to develop abstract reasoning and problem-solving skills. PREP identifies achieving middle school students with the potential to become scientists or engineers and reinforces them in pursuit of these fields. The program is presented over the course of three summers. SUU PREP expects to serve 90 students for SUU PREP 2020. It will operate from June 1st to July 16th. The program will include coursework, team projects, class presentations, field trips, special events, and examinations.
Teaching Interns are scheduled to begin work on May 26th, 2020 for staff orientation, training, and program preparation, and end July 23rd, 2020. SUU PREP classes are 1 hour long each Monday-Thursday with up to 1 hour of prep time for each class. (8 hours/week per class) Teachers may teach up to 3 classes.
Teaching Interns will be mentored by a certified teacher and will be required to attend weekly mentoring meetings to discuss any problems, ideas, questions, etc. with the mentoring teachers.
We are hiring intern teachers for 7 of the following classes, please note in your application which class(es) you are interested in teaching:
Year 1
Logic and Its Application to Mathematics: Compound statements, truth tables, elementary set theory, Boolean algebra and switching networks
Introduction to Engineering: Introduction to the engineering profession, measurements, simple mechanics, work-energy and engineering design, in-class laboratory demonstrations of engineering principles and team designs of bridges, towers, gliders and more
Topics in Problem Solving 1: Problem solving as a method of inquiry and application so that students can use problem solving approaches to investigate and understand mathematical content, formulate problems, develop and apply a variety of strategies to solve problems, verify and interpret results, generalize solutions and strategies to new problem situations and acquire confidence in using mathematics meaningfully
Year 2
Algebraic Structures: Study of groups, rings and fields using systems of integers and rational numbers as models, derivation of algebraic properties of these systems
Introduction to Physics: Mechanics, units and physical quantities, equilibrium of a particle, motion of a straight line, Newton's Second Law, motion in a plane, work and energy, inertia and momentum, electricity and magnetism, Coulomb's Law, electric fields, potential, direct current circuits, magnetic fields and capacitors in series and parallel
Topics in Problem Solving 2: Problem solving as a method of inquiry and application so that students can use problem solving approaches to investigate and understand mathematical content, formulate problems, develop and apply a variety of strategies to solve problems, verify and interpret results, generalize solutions and strategies to new problem situations and acquire confidence in using mathematics meaningfully
Year 3
Technical Writing: Clear and persuasive technical reports using word processing software and graphics techniques, original research, logic, invention, assessment of purpose and audience, organization and development, revision, editing, style, grammar, and mechanics.
Probability and statistics: Basic probability theory- counting procedures, addition and multiplication rules, independence, probability models- binomial, Poisson, exponential, and normal, descriptive statistics- tables and charts, measures of center and spread, analytical statistic- confidence intervals for means and proportions, test of hypothesis for means and proportions, simple regression, how to collect, organize, and evaluate data, analyze, conjecture, and build arguments based on data analysis, ability to sort, analyze, and interpret numerical data using statistical software.
Computer Science: Software Development Life Cycle, important programming aspects as students storyboard, design and code their own computer game
Proposed Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach a group of approximately 30 students with the following specific duties:
- Ensure the safety and appropriate behavior of program participants.
- Teach course curriculum in an engaging way with as much hands on experiences as possible.
- Update course curriculum as necessary for the improvement of the program in the future.
- Rotation in Study Hall hour, providing educational support activities and tutoring as needed.
- Serve as a "mentor" to students, encouraging the development of a commitment to educational achievement.
- Attend and contribute to any parent/student/teacher meetings.
- Attend all staff meetings.
- Attend weekly mentoring meeting with certified teachers.
- Attend closing ceremony event.
- Work as a team along with other teachers, PA's, PA Leads, and PA Manager & Program Director.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Program Director.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be a United States citizen or permanent resident.
- Commitment and interest in assisting middle and high school students in their academic and personal growth.
- Completion of at least two years of college.
- Currently enrolled in college with a 2.5 or better GPA.
- Prior experience working with adolescents (preferred).
- Available to work from 8:45 AM to 3:45 PM daily between May 26th and July 23, 2020. (class times will vary depending on the teacher)
- Preference is given to college science, mathematics, computer science, or engineering majors; previous PREP participants; STEM education majors; education majors; and former PREP employees.
- Prior experience teaching or substitute teaching is a plus.
- Ability to use initiative, demonstrate dependability, and use time constructively.
- Ability to meet and deal with parents cordially and proficiently.
- Ability to work with attention to detail, maturity, professional demeanor, tact, diplomacy, and a sense of humor.
Skills:
- Lead classroom discussions/activities
- Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills
- Maintain confidentiality of student records
- Ability to assess student work
- Capable of maintaining control of student groups
- Supervise middle school students (ages 12-15)
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Equal Opportunity
SUU Prep is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal,state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, we do not discriminate against any individual with regard to race; color; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions; age; religion; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; veteran status; or other protected status. No form of unlawful discrimination, including unlawful harassment, will be condoned. Reasonable accommodation can be made for interviews and service for those with a disability.