Penn State University · 8 hours ago
Readiness Institute Central PA (Altoona Region) – Summer Discovery Junior Instructor
United States
Part-time
Remote
Entry Level
$20.59/hr - $20.59/hr
1+ years expPenn State University is seeking junior instructors for the Readiness Institute Summer Discovery program, which prepares high school seniors for community and future readiness. The role involves guiding and supporting learners in developing personalized roadmaps for success through workshops and real-world problem-solving activities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Support learners using evidence-based, inclusive practices to develop their personalized roadmaps
Promote adolescent students’ academic, social, and community readiness
Supervise and engage students during onsite and offsite programming
Understand and support implementation of the program curriculum
Maintain a positive, orderly learning environment through effective behavior management
Demonstrate professionalism and follow all policies and procedures
Build strong, communicative relationships with students and staff
Participate in collaborative professional learning
Qualification
Required
Are currently in their 3rd or 4th year of university-level studies, preferably studying education or a related field
Have a minimum of 1 year of experience working with teens
Passionate about education and helping students explore and identify their individualized educational pathway
Have experience working with and respect for individuals from diverse backgrounds, and experience with multicultural conflict resolution
Are patient and supportive with students and colleagues and possess excellent communication skills
Demonstrate creativity and problem-solving skills
Proactive, eager to learn, and open to feedback
Company
Penn State University
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hamza Jamjoom
Co-Founder - Arts & Architecture Student Council
Kara Pytko
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