Forensic Science Teacher
Full Time
Newark, NJ 07102
$40 an hour
Posted
Job description
Title:
Forensic Science Teacher
Department:
Pre-College Programs
Reports To:
Director, Program Operation & Outreach
Position Type:
Staff
Position Summary:
This position teaches high-achieving students in our Forensic Science summer program. CSI is a five-week program for post-10th-grade (rising 11th grade) students designed to introduce the field of investigative and forensic sciences. Forensics is the application of the natural sciences to matters involving the law. The teacher delivers inquiry-based, product-oriented instruction that will enhance students' knowledge, understanding and application of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) content/concepts. The teacher incorporates study skills, thinking skills, problem solving strategies and communication skills into the curriculum and instruction throughout the program.
This position teaches two sections of Forensic Science in-person, each day for 18 days (Monday - Thursday), starting on Wednesday, July 5th and ending on Thursday August 3rd. Each section is 2 hours long. The day begins at 9:20 and ends at 3:20. The position pays for 5 hours/day (4 hours of instruction and 1 hour of prep). There is an unpaid lunch hour each day. Lunch is provided each day and teachers do not have supervisory responsibilities during lunch. Hourly compensation is determined upon hire but is not less than $40.00/hour.
Essential Functions:
- Must be able to work remotely for planning/preparation May 2023 - June 2023 for a maximum of 15 hours
This position teaches high-achieving students in our Forensic Science summer program. CSI is a five-week program for post-10th-grade (rising 11th grade) students designed to introduce the field of investigative and forensic sciences. Forensics is the application of the natural sciences to matters involving the law. The teacher delivers inquiry-based, product-oriented instruction that will enhance students' knowledge, understanding and application of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) content/concepts. The teacher incorporates study skills, thinking skills, problem solving strategies and communication skills into the curriculum and instruction throughout the program.
This position teaches two sections of Forensic Science in-person, each day for 18 days (Monday - Thursday), starting on Wednesday, July 5th and ending on Thursday August 3rd. Each section is 2 hours long. The day begins at 9:20 and ends at 3:20. The position pays for 5 hours/day (4 hours of instruction and 1 hour of prep). There is an unpaid lunch hour each day. Lunch is provided each day and teachers do not have supervisory responsibilities during lunch. Hourly compensation is determined upon hire but is not less than $40.00/hour.
Essential Functions:
- Must be available to work in person June 2023-August 2023
- Must be able to work remotely for planning/preparation May 2023 - June 2023 for a maximum of 15 hours
- Create an environment of respect and rapport through positive interactions with students and promoting positive interactions between students.
- Establish a culture for learning by emphasizing the importance of learning, having high expectations for all learners and cultivating an environment where students take pride in their work.
- Effectively manage classroom procedures such as instructional groupings, transitions from one activity to another, preparation/distribution/collection of materials and supplies, and daily routines.
- Manage student behavior by setting and clearly communicating expectations, monitoring student behavior and responding to inappropriate behavior immediately.
- Communicate effectively with students and teaching assistants about expectations, directions and explanations of content.
- Effectively use questioning and discussion techniques to engage students in learning and solicit evidence of understanding.
- Design engaging activities that are implemented with structure and appropriate pacing.
- Utilize effective strategies to determine student starting points, set clear criteria for assessment, monitor student learning and determine learning outcomes.
- Show professionalism through thoughtful planning of instruction, preparation of classroom and materials prior to class, maintaining a safe and orderly classroom, communicating with CPCP Staff, ethical decision-making, developing healthy and appropriate relationships with staff and students, documenting student progress and contributing to the overall success of the CPCP summer programs.
Additional Functions:
- Attend weekly staff meetings
- Attend the parent/student orientation
- Work closely, cooperatively and amicably with other staff members
Prerequisite Qualifications:
- NJ Teacher certification (elementary, middle or high school) or NJIT faculty member with training and experience in the content area
- Background in forensic science, chemistry or biology preferred
- Background check
- Possesses good leadership abilities and communication skills
- Experienced in hands-on activities and cooperative learning and teaching
- Familiar with various assessment techniques including student portfolios and rubrics
- At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be waived where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Part-Time
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of higher education and a leading polytechnic university.
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