Rising Scholars Instructor

Up to 20 Hours Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as needed. This program runs from June 1 through July 1 2026.
This program also has multiple locations while the program runs locations include: McHenry County College Crystal Lake; Holiday Home Camp Williams Bay WI; MCC Catalyst Campus Woodstock IL

The Rising Scholars instructor will provide instruction in varied subjects e.g. Creative Writing Lab Science Biology Foreign Language Math VEX Robotics or other related fields dependent upon their interest and qualifications that supports curriculum for high school students enrolled in the program.

• Analyze student needs
• Develop and/or adapt curriculum aligned with program goals and student needs as applicable.
• Create and implement lesson plans instructional materials and learning activities to support student success.
• Plan and deliver engaging instructional sessions which may include lectures workshops or facilitated discussions.
• Incorporate laboratory activities; engage students in hands-on activities
• Assess student learning through appropriate evaluation methods including grading feedback and progress monitoring.
• Maintain clear and consistent documentation of student performance and participation.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure instructional alignment and continuous improvement of program offerings.
• Answer student questions and clarify areas of concern
• Assist students with homework projects class assignments and college applications
• Assist staff with college readiness workshops
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree in subject area STEAM or related field
• One (1) plus years work-related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

• Valid Illinois Teaching License (PEL)
• High school teaching experience
• TRIO alumni or experience working with TRIO students and/or students from diverse backgrounds
• Experience working with teenagers in a camp setting or a residence hall
• Relevant academic background that reflects a commitment to academic excellence
  
  

• Ability to work under pressure
• Good judgment
• Ability to communicate and listen well
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Be sensitive to the needs of diverse populations
• The ability to travel to various sites as onsite support to assist the Rising Scholars staff if needed
• Demonstrated effective classroom management skills including the ability to maintain a structured respectful and engaging learning environment that supports student participation and positive behavior
• Adaptive to different academic levels and needs
• Open and encouraging yet appropriately assertive
• Punctual and dependable
• Takes directions well but also offers ideas
• Works well with other staff members
• Positive outlook and demeanor
• Available to workday and/or evening hours
• Ability to complete all required online and in person training prior to 5/22/26.

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission employment participation in educational programs or activities without discrimination on grounds of race color creed or religion sex national origin ancestry age order of protection status marital status physical or mental disabilities military status sexual orientation gender-related identity pregnancy unfavorable discharge from military service or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring promotion termination wages or salaries benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.MCC is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible college community.

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