Pre-College Instructor Macroeconomics An Introduction On-Campus Summer 2025
Pre-College Instructor Macroeconomics An Introduction 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
What drives a countrys economy How do we measure a nations wealth and why does unemployment matter In this fastpaced introductory course youll get the answers to these big questions while diving into the world of macroeconomics. Designed for students curious about the forces that shape economies this course covers everything from economic growth to inflation and how these concepts affect our daily lives.
Throughout the course well explore how economic output is measured (hello GDP! the causes of inflation and deflation and how policies can affect everything from interest rates to international trade. Ever wondered why governments raise taxes or how central banks control money supply Youll get the inside scoop on fiscal and monetary policies and discover how events like the 2008 financial crisis or global trade wars ripple across the economy. By the end of the course youll be able to explain the basics of economic growth unemployment and investment and how these principles connect to realworld problems like income inequality and financial crises. Ready to understand how the world works on a macro scale Together well take a whirlwind tour of the economybig picture style!
By the end of the course students will have a solid foundation in macroeconomic theory and be able to apply their knowledge to analyze realworld economic situations preparing them for further studies in economics or related fields.
Course Schedule
Summer B: July 22nd to August 8th
11:10am 1:00pm & 3:10pm 5:00pm EST 4 hours per day of teaching)
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 B (OnCampus): $7000 $9000
- A onetime course development fee will be paid to first time instructors. Development fee rates are $1500 for 3week 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
