Upward Bound Math Teacher - Temporary Summer Position
Upward Bound Math Teacher - Temporary Summer Position
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Position Description
The Department of Education & Early Learnings (DEEL) mission is to ensure that all Seattle children have the greatest opportunity to succeed in school and in life ultimately helping scholars graduate from school ready for college and a career. As part of this mission DEEL is hosting the Upward Bound program. Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance and graduation. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves high school students from lowincome families in which neither parent holds a bachelors degree. The goal of Upward Bound is to prepare students for the next academic year and increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education.
We are looking for a temporary Math teacher to support the Upward Bound Program in Seattle. In this role you will be responsible for teaching courses in your given subject area for the federally funded educational opportunity programs for high school students. You will participate as a team member to ensure that the Upward Bound Summer Academy is a studentcentered environment that serves to promote academic and personal success among students. Reporting to the Upward Bound Program Manager you will be working primarily inperson.
The Department of Education & Early Learning strives to embed theCitys Race and Social Justice Initiative into its education objectives and seeks staff that value the importance of working together as a government and community to eliminate racial disparities and achieve racial core values of equity results stewardship transparency and collaboration guide our work support our operations and hold us accountable.
Job Responsibilities
Heres what youll be doing to support the Upward Bound program:
Teaching and providing mentorship to 9th12th graders enrolled in the Upward Bound program by:
- Teaching one or more sections of a given Math course according to the program schedule and the needs of the program
- Creating a sixweek summer course lesson plan (including a syllabus for each course that contains weekly course activities and learning objectives) that aligns with Washington State OSPI Standards
- Developing and implementing an effective means of assessing student progress in the course
- Maintaining discipline and a positive learning environment in the classroom which is conducive to learning
- Working with program staff to promote academic and personal success among program participants
- Attending and supporting students/staff during Student Orientation End of Summer Showcase and Closing Ceremony
- Performing other similar or related duties as requested or assigned
Ensuring the success of the program by:
- Maintaining student records related to academic progress including student grades or other assessments and any other requested data related to courselevel student performance
- Meeting regularly with program staff to discuss participants attendance academic progress and their academic needs
- Participating in staff orientation and planning sessions with the Upward Bound program staff prior to the beginning of the Summer Academy
- Reporting any infractions of Upward Bound program standards and policies or student issues and concerns immediately to the Upward Bound counselors or manager
- Participating in weekly staff meetings and maintaining strong working relationships with staff
You will be most successful in this role with a combination of the following:
Experience:
- Working in Upward Bound TRIO program or other college prep programs for lowincome firstgeneration students
- Teaching at a secondary level in creative ways that engage students and inspire learning (particularly in Math)
- Teaching with an interdisciplinary focus and perspective
- Successfully fostering learning among small student groups 520 with various learning styles
Ability to:
- Develop and teach a multicultural curriculum
- Utilize your strong written oral and interpersonal communication skills
- Tactfully and effectively communicate with staff and students
- Work effectively with students from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
Qualifications
In addition to the qualities mentioned above you will need to possess the below required qualifications (or a combination of education training or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class):
- Bachelors Degree in one or more of the following subject areas: English Math Chemistry Biology Spanish (or other foreign language) or College Readiness
- One year of experience teaching students from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
- A Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate for secondary school with certification in one or more of the desired subject areas OR teaching experience in a desired subject area at a postsecondary institution
- Desired subject areas include: Math (all levels)
Additional Information
This temporary nonbenefits eligible position is eligible for overtime and is classified as a Youth Instructor and is expected to start on June 4 2025 and end on August 12 2025.The pay rate for this position is $43.18 $43.18 per hour. Employees will be given premium pay in lieu of benefits.
Staff orientations student orientations meetings etcetera may be done remotely inperson or some hybrid of the two. Summer programming is held on campus at Seattle University and your regular schedule will be Monday through Thursday.
Interviews for this temporary position are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday May 14 and/or Thursday May 15 2025.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact Lindsey King at to request accommodation.
Individuals selected to fill these temporary positions may be eligible to receive Language Premium Pay (SMC 4.20.360 which provides a $200.00 monthly stipend to qualified bilingual employees who are properly evaluated and assigned to provide direct communication inlanguage interpretation or translation services to the public on behalf of the City of Seattle.
Applicants must successfully pass a background check which will be conducted in accordance with Seattles Fair Chance Employment Ordinance SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.
DEEL supports the City of Seattles Race and Social Justice Initiative to end institutionalized racism by eliminating barriers to access providing the staff and public with opportunities for growth and developing equitable access to the programs and services we offer. If you share those values and meet the qualifications we invite you to apply for this position. Please visit to learn more about the Department of Education & Early Learning.
TheCity of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior our personal commitments and the ways we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture we seek employees who will engage in theRace and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures unlearn the way things have always been done and provide equitable processes and services.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please submit your application at later than 4:00pm Pacific Time on Tuesday May 6 2025.To be considered for this position in addition to completing your application fully please attach:
- A PDF of your current resume which illustrates your related skills experience and abilities
- Cover Letter explaining your interest in this opportunity with the Department of Education & Early Learning and capability to perform in this role
This temporary position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications. The Department of Education & Early Learning values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation medical condition or pregnancy. The Department of Education & Early Learning encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experiences. If you have questions please contact Lindsey King at.
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