physical sciences instructor

Research Foundation CUNY

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The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.
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Primary Location:
BRONX C. C.
Bargaining Unit:
No
Science Instructor is required to teach Monday - Friday from 10:00 am - 2:30 pm (4.5 hours per day) starting June 8th, 2026 - July 2nd, 2026. Mandatory High School course: Physics
June 8th, 2026- July 2nd, 2026 (Virtual)
 
July 6th, 2026 - July 9th, 2026 (In-Person)
Program Description:
The Upward Bound Program is designed to identify youth with the potential for education at the post-secondary level. Encourage qualified individuals to complete high school and enroll in a post-secondary institution of their choice. The program provides individual/group counseling, advisement, and technical assistance from 9th - 12th grade in career exploration; education planning; college entrance examinations preparation; admission and financial aid procedures; tutoring; cultural and motivational development and guidance on secondary school re-entry to other programs. Summer classes will be held at Bronx Community College.
Other Duties:
<ul><li>Devote 4.5 hours from June 8th, 2026 - July 9th, 2026 (Monday - Friday) - Part time position
</li><li>Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials
</li><li>Prepare Pre and Post exams
</li><li>Prepare and submit weekly progress and attendance reports
</li><li>Conduct evaluation of student's progress
</li><li>Work closely with the Upward Bound counseling and tutoring staff
</li><li>Must be able to develop individual remediation plans and work with students individually and in groups
</li><li>Other duties as assigned
</li></ul>Core Competencies/Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree and a New York City K-12 teaching license.
</li><li>Science instructor must have a New York State Certification in Science (9th - 12th grade)
</li><li>Two or three years of experience in an educational training program or in a target high school
</li><li>Must have knowledge of problems and interests of disadvantaged youth.
</li><li>Quality of integrity, dignity, and cordiality
</li><li>Provide two (2) signed letters of recommendation on a business letterhead.
</li></ul>Pay Range:
Minimum - Maximum: $65.00/hour
RFCUNY Benefits
 
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
 
The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.</div>

Science Instructor

Goodwill of Greater Washington

<div>Overview:
<div>
Instructors hold primary responsibility for the implementation and development of The Excel Center curriculum and the success of its students. Instructors are responsible for continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of the instructional team. Instructors will facilitate learning for students meeting students &ldquo;where they are&rdquo; and employing a student-centered approach. Instructors are expected to instruct with passion, creativity, and innovation with a student-centered approach. Instructors will serve as a member of the instructional team focused on excellent, high-quality educational service to all students. The position will meet standards-aligned educational objectives, school-wide goals, and creating intervention plans to meet student outcomes. Instructors will work with Academic Success Coaches and members of the Special Education Team to fully support students and create intervention plans and wrap around support plans. The position will support the school&rsquo;s motto: &ldquo;Relationships, Relevance, and Rigor&rdquo; and will be held accountable for behaving in accordance with divisional and organizational RISE values and expectations.</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Preparing and delivering daily, effective and engaging lessons to students who reflect a range of different ages and abilities. Strategies may include, but are not limited to, direct instruction, one-on-one instruction, seminars, self-paced lessons, and online learning environments. The GEC instructional model is an in-person learning model, however, instruction may be delivered through synchronous virtual instruction and/or hybrid instruction.</li><li>
Grading diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments and giving appropriate feedback. Maintaining records of students' progress and development through accurate and on-time grading and gradebook upkeep.</li><li>
Applying best practices in adult education, researching new topic areas, maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge, and devising and writing new curriculum materials when needed and/or as assigned by Lead Instructor based on school needs</li><li>
Selecting and using a range of different learning resources and equipment, including rich technology integration, to ensure high quality learning.</li><li>
Preparing students for passage of internal end of course assessments and external examinations (PARCC, ACT, iReady, SRI, etc.). Maintaining accurate student level assessment data and grades in collaboration with the Lead Instructor.</li><li>
Creating a classroom culture of learning focused on relationships, relevance, and rigor. Employing high quality classroom management in classroom to keep the focus on student learning. Utilizing and collaborating with members of the GEC team to support classroom needs.</li><li>
Participating in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, attendance, credit attainment, school culture, and new student orientation. Understanding student retention is the role of every staff member in the school and is increased through strong communication and excellent service.</li><li>
Communicating student grades and progress reports effectively, each week, with students and colleagues by maintaining an updated gradebook in PowerSchool. Collaborating with staff to ensure student success and identify intervention plans and/or individualized support plans as needed Providing weekly feedback in collaborative meetings with Academic Success Coaches on student progress.</li><li>
Using data to drive decisions and take action. Employing a &ldquo;data focused&rdquo; mindset around outcomes, interventions, and action steps.</li><li>
Working with Academic Success Coaches, members of the Special Education Team, and other Leadership staff to support students&rsquo; progress towards graduation and post-secondary planning.</li><li>
Attending all team and professional development meetings.</li><li>
Offering tutoring and other academic supports for students every week. Tutoring takes place on Fridays when students do not have class.</li><li>
Thinking creatively around ways to engage students in the class and school at large. Approaching student engagement and retention from a lens of innovation.</li><li>
Approaching each student with a unique lens and from a solution-oriented mindset.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div>
Required Qualifications:</div> 
<div></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Science, Math or STEM related field.</li><li>
 2 years of teaching experience in an urban setting or 5 terms (1 full year) of long-term substitute teaching at the Goodwill Excel Center.</li><li>
 Possesses the essential mindset that all students can succeed.</li><li>
 Drives to improve the outcomes and lives of students in and out of the classroom.</li><li>
 Exhibits resilience to persevere and create opportunities for students out of challenges and lessons learned.</li><li>
 Strong organizational skills; extremely careful attention to detail and follow-through.</li><li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze data for informed decision making.</li><li>
 Strong communication skills with ability to communicate direct feedback in a compelling way that empowers students to make immediate improvements.</li><li>
 Ability to work well in a team; ability to bridge and enhance professional learning communities.</li><li>
 Ability to create, monitor, and maintain systems that enhance instructional outcomes.</li><li>
 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment; flexible, able to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed.</li><li>
 Effective presentation skills accompanied with inspiring stage presence.</li><li>
 Has working knowledge of computer programs to perform clerical tasks: Google Applications, Microsoft Office, Google Chrome, and Internet Explorer.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Preferred Qualifications</div> 
<div></div><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Teaching or Education, or a related field</li><li>
 Certification in respective teaching area as required by the Office of the State Superintendent.</li><li>
 3-5 years teaching experience in math and/or science.</li><li>
 Experience teaching in a high-needs community.</li><li>
 Experience with adult learners returning for a high school diploma.</li></ul></div>

Instructor STEM (Mathematics/Science)

Concorde Education

Location: Local partner schools
 Schedule: 1–4 hours per week (after school)
 Program Length: Typically 10 weeks
 Start Dates: Programs launch throughout the school year
 Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour, flexible based on assignment and instructor experience
 Teach engaging enrichment classes that help students explore new interests and build real skills.
 Concorde Education partners with schools to provide high-quality after-school programs led by passionate instructors. In this role, you will lead structured, hands-on sessions that introduce students to practical science concepts through safe, real-world experiments and demonstrations.
 Lead fun, interactive science activities for students in a flexible, part-time role. Classes typically meet once per week for about one hour, though some instructors choose to teach multiple programs per week depending on their availability.
 Concorde Education is hiring engaging instructors to lead enrichment classes that help students develop curiosity, problem-solving skills, and an understanding of how science connects to everyday life.
 Instructors lead structured enrichment lessons using weekly plans while adapting activities to the needs and interests of the students.
 Possible Class Topics
 
Assignments vary by school and may include: 
<ul>
<li>Everyday chemistry using safe household materials</li>
<li>States of matter and simple chemical reactions</li>
<li>Kitchen science and cooking chemistry</li>
<li>Cleaning science and how soaps and surfactants work</li>
<li>Simple machines and forces found in the home</li>
<li>Engineering challenges using common household items</li>
<li>Environmental science topics such as recycling and energy use</li>
<li>Recording observations and basic scientific inquiry</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities
 <ul>
<li>Lead engaging after-school science sessions for students</li>
<li>Facilitate safe, hands-on experiments and demonstrations</li>
<li>Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment</li>
<li>Manage materials and ensure proper clean-up procedures</li>
<li>Coordinate with school staff and Concorde program contacts</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
 <ul>
<li>Minimum 60 college credits completed</li>
<li>Comfort teaching basic science concepts through hands-on activities</li>
<li>Experience working with youth (schools, camps, after-school programs, or tutoring)</li>
<li>Strong communication and group facilitation skills</li>
<li>Reliable, punctual, and professional</li>
</ul>
Who This Role Is Great For
 
Many of our instructors are: 
<ul>
<li>Current or former teachers and educators</li>
<li>College or graduate students studying science, education, or STEM fields</li>
<li>STEM professionals or hobbyists who enjoy teaching students</li>
<li>Tutors, camp counselors, and youth program leaders</li>
<li>Parents, makers, or DIY enthusiasts who enjoy hands-on science activities</li>
</ul>

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