Pre-College Instructor, The Business of Sports Marketing the Game (On-Campus), Summer 2026
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Columbia Universitys Pre-College Programs for high school students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach on-campus courses during Summer 26.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Instruction and Curriculum for Pre-College Programs Pre-College instructors develop and deliver immersive non-credit courses for high-achieving 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
Todays sports industry generates billions of dollars each year with a significant portion coming from marketing strategies that connect teams brands and this dynamic and energetic course well explore how sports organizations use marketing to drive fan engagement boost ticket sales and build lasting brand loyalty. From creating unforgettable advertising campaigns to leveraging digital media and sponsorships youll gain firsthand insight into the strategies that power the business of sports.
Throughout the course youll learn key marketing concepts such as branding fan engagement and event promotion while analyzing real-world campaigns from top teams or athletes. Youll also have the chance to apply these concepts by designing your own marketing plan for a sports team or event. Whether you dream of working in sports management digital marketing or event planning this course will give you the skills and knowledge to understand how sports marketing shapes the industry and influences fans worldwide. By the end of the course youll be ready to create your own sports marketing strategy and appreciate the business side of the game!
Course participants will be required to pay approximately $100 for tickets and trip expenses.
Course Schedule(s)
Session B: July 21 - August 7 -- 11:10am - 1:00pm & 3:10 - 5:00pm
Please note: Course(s) and course availability are subject to change. All times shown are Eastern Time (ET). Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change.
Responsibilities:
Develop course content syllabus lesson plans and assigned work in accordance with Pre-College templates and regulations
Lead and attend all class sessions including escorting students to and from campus for field trips
Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class 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 (typical class size is 20-24 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 Ranges:
Session B (Campus 3 Week): $7000 - $9000
Please confirm that youre able to teach the session B course in the Message to Hiring Manager field.
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
Columbia Affiliates: There may be restrictions when hiring individuals who hold a concurrent appointment at Columbia University during the Summer term. Generally PhD students and Officers of Research are not eligible. Please check with us during the hiring process regarding your eligibility. Please note Pre-College courses do not count towards the maximum course loads for adjuncts.
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 Pre-College Program
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Part-time
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