Math or STEM Instructor for First Star Academy
Math or STEM Instructor for First Star Academy
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Math or STEM Instructor for First Star Academy
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal Illinois
Title: Math or STEM Instructor for First Star Academy
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: School of Social Work
Campus Location: Normal IL
Job Summary
The First Star ISU Academy is a collegepreparatory program for high school foster youth (Scholars). The Academy strives to keep youth on track for high school graduation prepare them for higher education and equip them with the skills to successfully transition to adulthood. The Scholars spend all four summers of high school living on the university campus (Summer Immersion Program) and they return one Saturday per month during the school year (Saturday Academies). While on campus the Scholars attend academic classes participate in life skills workshops and explore life on a university campus.
Additional Information
Summer Immersion Program instructors play a critical role in the success of the Scholars.
Instructors are responsible for developing the curriculum teaching the courses and providing feedback on each Scholars progress. The course should be aligned with the state curriculum standards and encourage successful learning practices. All instructors are expected to work parttime while the Scholars are on campus the month of June and teach three 90minute courses (remedial and grade level based on the Scholars academic skills) per week. Classes are scheduled between Monday through Friday (June 2 2025June 13 2025 approximately 9:00am to 10:30am or 10:45am to 12:15pm. Compensation is $1100.
Summer Immersion Program instructors are expected to attend a mandatory training TBD a Scholar/Caregiver summer orientation on Saturday May 17 2025 and First Star Academy awards ceremony on Sunday June 14 2025.
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$1100
Required Qualifications
1. Bachelors Degree
2. Certified by the State to teach in the content area for which they are hired
3. Ability to work as a team member with Academy Administration staff College Coaches within the classroom and other campus staff
4. Responsible friendly enthusiastic patient and willing to learn
5. Strong classroom management organization and communication skills
6. Ability to pass a Level 2 background check
Preferred Qualifications
1. Previous experience in education a local school system classroom setting or other work experience with youth in a classroom setting.
2. Preference given to instructors who have experienced with foster care or atrisk youth
Work Hours
TBD
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Ability to effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Ability to use a computer in daytoday work (i.e. type on a keyboard and use a mouse).
3. Ability to conduct or attend meetings in various locations on and off campus.
4. Ability to maintain a high level of concentration.
Proposed Starting Date
May 2025
Required Applicant Documents
Resume / C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply
Special Instructions for Applicants
Initial application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
All application materials must be submitted online. Application materials submitted via fax email or mail will not be accepted.
Please prepare in advance separate documents representing a cover letter reference list (specifically the names addresses telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references) and resume/C.V. to attach to this application.
Contact Information for Applicants
Ms. Tameka Thompson Academy Director
Dr. Deneca Avant Executive Director
First Star ISU Academy
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system please call Human Resources at .
Department
School of Social WorkThe First Star ISU Academy is a collegepreparatory program for high school foster youth (Scholars). The Academy strives to keep youth on track for high school graduation prepare them for higher education and equip them with the skills to successfully transition to adulthood. The Scholars spend all four summers of high school living on the university campus (Summer Immersion Program) and they return one Saturday per month during the school year (Saturday Academies). While on campus the Scholars attend academic classes participate in life skills workshops and explore life on a university campus.
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Department
School of Social WorkThe First Star ISU Academy is a collegepreparatory program for high school foster youth (Scholars). The Academy strives to keep youth on track for high school graduation prepare them for higher education and equip them with the skills to successfully transition to adulthood. The Scholars spend all four summers of high school living on the university campus (Summer Immersion Program) and they return one Saturday per month during the school year (Saturday Academies). While on campus the Scholars attend academic classes participate in life skills workshops and explore life on a university campus.
Employment Type
Full Time
