| The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth is a nonprofit dedicated to identifying and developing the talents of academically advanced K-12 students around the world. We provide today’s brightest students with fun, challenging courses; a community of engaged learners; and a strong foundation for future success in college and their careers. Want to join our team? We are looking for mission-driven problem-solvers who can thrive in CTY’s diverse, collaborative, fast-paced, and results-driven work environment. We value innovation, creativity, integrity, and a shared commitment to the bright young people we serve. General Summary/Purpose: The instructor supports academically talented students enrolled in the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) online Economics courses for grades 2-12 students. Note: This position is not benefits eligible. Multiple Positions Available Responsibilities: - Develop and teach lessons within curriculum defined by AP College Board or CTY.
- Monitor student progress and assist students in accomplishing established learning objectives.
- Interact independently with students using distance education technologies, primarily Moodle, Zoom, phone and e-mail.
- Provide timely feedback and encouragement to students and their parents on coursework and progress.
- Manage student behavior and discipline in the online classroom.
- Communicate with students, parents, IT, program administrators and supervisor to resolve any course related issues.
- Suggest improvements to course design and contents.
- Submit hours worked via established system according to schedule provided by CTY.
Other Duties - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
- Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Economics or related field.
- Two years of teaching or tutorial experience in Economics (or related area) to grades 2-12.
Preferred Requirements:
- Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with AP courses is preferred.
Required Special Skills and Knowledge: - Experience teaching Advanced Placement courses and preparing high school students for the AP exam is advantage.
- Knowledge of AP Economics courses and exam content.
- Ability to prepare lesson plans and audio-visual aids per the required curriculum.
- Experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds.
- Extensive communication and organizational proficiencies along with excellent interpersonal skills.
Internal and External Contacts Required as part of the job:
- Collaborative relationships with the Program Manager, supervisors, administrators, and staff.
- Frequent contact with students and parents via telephone, email, and web-based virtual meeting room software.
Physical Requirements for the Job: - Ability to sit in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
- Dexterity of hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse pad and other office machinery
- The incumbent will be required to communicate regularly via telephone and face to face with internal and external customers and must be able to exchange accurate and timely information in these settings
- Position also requires a degree of mobility common to working in an office environment; bending, kneeling or standing during events and presentations may be required.
Computer or other special needs for the position: - Must have a computer with broadband Internet access; familiarity with Online education technologies a plus, such as Moodle, Skype and Adobe Connect.
Machines and/or equipment used on the job, include % of time used: Additional Information: - Applicants must be authorized to work in the US, and must either live in the US or another area in which JHU has a business entity.
- The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
- All employees participating in or serving children in University programs must participate in mandatory Child Abuse Prevention online training on the appropriate conduct around children, protecting children from abuse and neglect, and reporting of known or suspected child abuse and neglect.
- CTY Online Programs offers students in grades preK-12 challenging academic coursework throughout the year. For more information, please visit: cty.jhu.edu/ctyonline
Classified Title: CTY Online Programs Instructor
Working Title: CTY Online Programs Instructor – Economics
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB
Starting Salary Range: $19.96 to $27.45 per hour
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: varies
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Telework
Deparment name: 10000114-DE Writing Humanities Social Science
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