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Hourly Upward Bound Saturday Reading teacher

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Denton, Texas, United States

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Title: Hourly Upward Bound Saturday Reading teacher

Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Student Engagement

Department: UNT-UNT TRIO-160570

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $20.00 an hour

FTE: 0.48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program at the University of North Texas that prepares first-generation and limited-income high school students for college and career success. The program provides academic support, tutoring, mentoring, college and career counseling, financial literacy, college tours, and enrichment activities to help students overcome barriers, pursue higher education, and achieve their goals.

Position Overview

UNT Upward Bound is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic READING teacher to provide reading and literacy instruction to high school students during our Saturday academic sessions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors in English, education or related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The teacher will help students strengthen reading comprehension, vocabulary, critical thinking, analysis, and college-readiness skills through engaging lessons and activities.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

Preparing and delivering engaging reading lessons, facilitating classroom discussions, supporting student academic growth, maintaining a positive learning environment, and communicating with Upward Bound staff regarding student progress.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

2 Saturdays a month from 9am-1:10pm (roughly 10 hours a week)

Driving University Vehicle

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.

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