Horizons Summer Assistant Teacher - Full Time/Temporary - EDU
Kennesaw, Georgia
Employer: Kennesaw State University
Industry: EDU-Dean-Education
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
About Us
Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning?
Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country . With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job Summary
Responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher to teach a high quality, project-based curriculum, engaging students in reading, writing, math, and science throughout the six-week Horizons summer enrichment program. The primary goal of Horizons is to reverse the trend of summer learning loss that adversely impacts the long-term success of students. The assistant teacher will work with one class of 15 students that range from rising 1st through 8th grade and will be part of a team that consists of a Lead Teacher and an Instructional Assistant.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist the Lead Teacher to provide an engaging and fun classroom experience for all campers while providing effective classroom management
2. Assist the Lead Teach to develop and implement creative and engaging camp
3. Maintains a positive and enthusiastic attitude with staff, parents, campers and others
4. Demonstrates professionalism, timeliness, effective communication, problem-solving, patience, flexibility, etc.
5. Assist with the implementation of a project-based curriculum that includes reading, writing, math and science to rising 1st through 8th graders
6. Assist Lead Teacher as directed during morning academic instruction
7. Direct a small group in activities developed by Lead Teacher
8. Assist with community-building games, enriching experiential learning opportunities, and accompany students to swimming lessons and field trips
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license
Required Experience
Expertise in Education or education related field area (Child Psychology, Child Development etc)
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Education major or related field (Child Psychology, Child Development etc)
Preferred Experience
Experience working with youth, ages 5-18 years of age
Current or previous experience teaching or advising students in an educational setting
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Able to work with elementary and/or middle grades aged children in a classroom and outdoor environment
Able to handle multiple assigned tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Some travel to KSU campus will be required
Must provide own transportation to the site
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Excellent with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills
Strong communication skills
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning?
Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country . With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job Summary
Responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher to teach a high quality, project-based curriculum, engaging students in reading, writing, math, and science throughout the six-week Horizons summer enrichment program. The primary goal of Horizons is to reverse the trend of summer learning loss that adversely impacts the long-term success of students. The assistant teacher will work with one class of 15 students that range from rising 1st through 8th grade and will be part of a team that consists of a Lead Teacher and an Instructional Assistant.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist the Lead Teacher to provide an engaging and fun classroom experience for all campers while providing effective classroom management
2. Assist the Lead Teach to develop and implement creative and engaging camp
3. Maintains a positive and enthusiastic attitude with staff, parents, campers and others
4. Demonstrates professionalism, timeliness, effective communication, problem-solving, patience, flexibility, etc.
5. Assist with the implementation of a project-based curriculum that includes reading, writing, math and science to rising 1st through 8th graders
6. Assist Lead Teacher as directed during morning academic instruction
7. Direct a small group in activities developed by Lead Teacher
8. Assist with community-building games, enriching experiential learning opportunities, and accompany students to swimming lessons and field trips
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license
Required Experience
Expertise in Education or education related field area (Child Psychology, Child Development etc)
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Education major or related field (Child Psychology, Child Development etc)
Preferred Experience
Experience working with youth, ages 5-18 years of age
Current or previous experience teaching or advising students in an educational setting
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Able to work with elementary and/or middle grades aged children in a classroom and outdoor environment
Able to handle multiple assigned tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Some travel to KSU campus will be required
Must provide own transportation to the site
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Excellent with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills
Strong communication skills
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check
- Standard Enhanced
- DMV
- 9 Panel Lab Drug Test
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
Created: 2024-05-04
Reference: 269853
Country: United States
State: Georgia
City: Kennesaw
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