Biology Teacher, Upward Bound Program

Wilkes University invites applicants for an open Biology 1 & 2 high school teaching position in the Upward Bound Program for the summer session. Upward Bound is a federally funded Trio Program which provides support to participants in their preparation for college and ultimately in their higher education pursuits.

The successful candidate is responsible for implementing the academic component of the program by introducing or reviewing fundamental biology concepts including cellular biology genetics evolution and ecology in Biology I. Biology II will build on these foundations exploring human biology anatomy and physiology and some principles of biotechnology. Emphasis will be placed on laboratory investigations problem-solving and real-world applications of biology in medicine environmental science and biotechnology. A Bachelors degree in Education Science and/or a related field is required. Experience working with high school students or in a college-preparatory program is preferred.

Please note that this is a part-time temporary position with a competitive hourly wage. Summer program dates run from June 22nd through July 31st and classes are held throughout the week Monday - Thursday (8:00 A.M. 12:00P.M.). Teachers may or may not work the whole 4 hours depending on the class size and student need; minimum of two (2) 50 minute class periods Monday - Thursday. The hired teacher will be informed of the schedule ahead of time.

To apply visit Please be sure to include a cover letter resume or curriculum vitae and three references.

Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race color national or ethnic origin age religion disability pregnancy sex/gender gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation marital or family status military or veteran status or genetic information.

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