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Lead Academic Instructor

Posting ID 149166
Department UI REACH/College of Education
Jobcode Temp Professional Employee
Working Title Lead Academic Instructor
Details

Overview

  • This is a first shift position with hours of 7 am – 3 pm.
  • This position is for three different summer programs (please see dates below.) As a Lead Academic Instructor, you will play an active role in providing positive experiences to young adults aged 14-21 with and without disabilities visiting the U of Iowa Campus. 
    There will always be an on-call supervisor for assistance if needed.

Academic Associate Responsibilities

  • Reports directly to the Program Director.
  • Performs duties assigned by the Program Director.
  • Reports all incidents to Program Director.
  • Leads all academic instruction 
  • Provides individualized (for example: reading assistance for a student with learning disabilities, assisting a student to write) and small group support and supervision during all activities including lunch.
  • Provides support for the students attending.
  • Sets respectable personal standards for students.
  • Implements University policies.
  • Organizes and distributes resource materials. 
  • Sets up in-person activities. 
  • Assists with coordination of field trips. 
  • Provides support and supervision during field trips and activities.
  • Facilitates small group exercises.
  • Assists with program opening and closing activities.
  • Assists with check-in/check-out of all participants.
  • Assists with weekly evaluations.
  • Interacts with the faculty, participants, and administrative staff. 
  • Performs other duties assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Ability to work the assigned shift.
  • Previous experience training, or coursework related to supporting students in an academic setting is strongly encouraged.
  • A minimum of 14-years of education (completed 2 year of college education)
  • Team player
  • Positive attitude
  • Ability to think quickly in fast paced situations
  • Patience, organization, and desire to see others succeed
  • Successful completion of criminal background check  

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is strongly encouraged.
  • Degree or seeking a degree in the field of education or related field.
  • Preference is given to individuals currently or recently attending college and to individuals with previous experience working with junior high and high school youth with disabilities. 
  • CPR/AED/First Aid certified. 
  • Bloodborne Pathogen certified.

Work Hours

  • June 9 – 13 – Mandatory Training
  • June 16 – June 20 – EXPLORE Camp (adults and minors)
  • June 23 – June 27 – INSTI Camp (minors)
  • July 7 – July 11 – UI REACH Bridge Camp (adults 18 +)

Training Requirements

  • Criminal Background Check upon hire
  • Minors on Campus Online Training 
  • Attend trainings that occur June 9-13 

Rate of Pay

  • $25 per hour
Contact BRIAN CAMPBELL
Email: brian-d-campbell@uiowa.edu
Application Instructions Please send your resume and the job number you are applying for to Brian Campbell at brian-d-campbell@uiowa.edu.
Ad Start Date 04/04/2025
Ad End Date 05/16/2025