Research Fundamentals Online Instructor

Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

Job Location:

Aurora, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is seeking an instructor for its online Research Fundamentals course for students in grades 9-12. This research course will introduce students across the state to the process of conducting scientific research including designing a research question a literature review gathering data analyzing data and writing conclusions. Students will be introduced to statistical modeling scientific writing and presentation skills.

This is a temporary part-time non-exempt position. This position has the ability to be completed remotely and the course is mostly asynchronous. Expected hours will vary by the number of enrolled students but typically be 10 hours/week for a cohort of approximately 30-40 students. This position will begin in March of 2026 with the actual course taking place from March 9 2026 through May 29 2026.

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is committed to an equitable diverse and inclusive teaching and learning environment. Through a model of Equity and ExcellenceIMSA has committed to advancing equity in STEM education and representation and creating a diverse inclusive community of global citizens who can realize their full potential and execute our mission to advance the human condition.

This Equity and Excellence Model is the intentional integration of Cultural Competence Diversity Equity Equity-Minded Frame Excellence and Inclusion into every facet of the Academy with the understanding that it is an active and ongoing process involving structures processes and people and not an isolated initiative.

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This individual will be responsible for:

Guiding and mentoring a group of high school students through a series of online learning modules
Teaching students to conduct scientific research
Utilizing the Canvas learning management system
Teaching a diverse group of students in a multidisciplinary environment
Using evolving technological tools to engage students in a virtual classroom

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree in education or STEM with at least 5 years of relevant math experience at the secondary level.
Broad content background in science
Deep understanding of how to effectively communicate with students via a virtual learning environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work may be performed time is spent working on a computer. This role generally requires written and verbal communication and hearing and visual capabilities. However reasonable accommodations including assistive technology may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform such requirements.

COMPENSATION:

This position is a temporary part-time non-exempt employment-at-will position. Compensation is $48.00/hr. This position is not benefits eligible.

The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation age national origin ancestry citizenship status pregnancy disability genetic information marital status political affiliation amnesty arrest record military status unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.

Required Experience:

OverviewIllinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) is seeking an instructor for its online Research Fundamentals course for students in grades 9-12. This research course will introduce students across the state to the process of conducting scientific research including designing a research ques...