Pre-College Instructor Weird Science The World of Quantum Mechanics On-Campus Summer 2025
Pre-College Instructor Weird Science The World of Quantum Mechanics On-Campus Summer 2025
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Job Description
Columbia Universitys PreCollege Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach oncampus courses during Summer 25.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Instruction and Curriculum for PreCollege Programs PreCollege Instructors develop and deliver immersive noncredit courses for highachieving high school students. They guide and supervise students when classes are in session and write a holistic evaluation of each course participant after classes conclude. For more information on the programincluding course sessions and timesplease see here.
Course Description
Quantum mechanics is the science of the small; understanding how matter and light behave. An exciting application of modern physics the field focuses on computing objects such as expectation values vector evolution and decoherence times through linear algebraic frameworks. The result of this work includes advancements in cybersecurity electronics aviation communications and engineering (to name a few).
Through this course students will explore the basics of theoretical foundations equations computations and principles that impact the way we live today and our future. Beginning with an exploration of topical ideas from popular physicists students will work through probability theory that will lead to sophisticated explanations of the world as well as computations that will provide an elevated level of awareness for how humans work and play. By the end of the course students will look at the world differently and be prepared for more sophisticated study in this area.
Course Schedules
Summer B: July 22nd August 8th 9:10am11am & 1:10pm3pm EST
Please Note: Course(s) and course availability is subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change.
Responsibilities
- Develop course content syllabus lesson plans and assigned work in accordance with PreCollege templates and regulations
- Lead and attend all class sessions including escorting students to and from campus for field trips
- Establish and maintain a dynamic inclass environment tailored for our high school population
- Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends
- Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 2024 students)
- Attend and complete all required online trainings
Qualifications :
- Graduate degree or equivalent professional or academic background
- Expertise in the pertinent subject matter
- Aptitude for teaching
Additional Information :
Hiring Salary
- Summer A & B (OnCampus): $7000 $9000
- A onetime course development fee will be paid to first time instructors. Development fee rates are $1500 for 3week courses and $750 for all other courses.
Other Requirements
- Please submit a resume inclusive of teaching experience as well as formal teaching evaluations (if available)
- Applicants must have U.S. work authorization and will need to be in the U.S. while teaching. Employment eligibility is contingent upon valid work authorization. Individuals on STEM OPT or holders of the following visa types are ineligible to teach PreCollege: B1 E3 H1B J1 and O1.
- Applicants may not hold a concurrent appointment with Columbia for the duration of their appointment
- Once hired applicants are required to submit to a third party background check and complete Protection of Minors training in addition to other training(s) mandated by the University and PreCollege Program
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Parttime
Employment Type
Part-time
