MITES instructor - MIT Office of Engineering Outreach Programs

Program: Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES) Position: Instructor Salary: Starting at $1,471.68/month SUMMARY •
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Create and implement an open and positive learning environment in collaboration with course TA that encourages students to ask questions and to be active participants Prepare interactive lessons for class that promote active learning by the students Hold office hours at least 3 times a week for students during mornings or evenings in coordination with other instructors Be available for students to ask questions about problem sets, exams, and course concepts Document course curriculum and participate in program wrap-­‐up COMPENSATION •
Starting at approximately $4,415.04 for the duration of the program, paid in monthly increments EMPLOYMENT TIMELINE Term of Employment May 15, 2015 – August 31, 2015 3 months Time Commitment (Must Attend) Pre-­‐Program Planning May 15, 2015 – June 9, 2015 (tentative, part-­‐time/remote) Training June 10, 2015 – June 11, 2015 8 hrs/day Program Dates June 12, 2015 – July 24, 2015 8 hrs/day, 3 days a week Wrap-­‐Up July 25, 2015 – August 31 2015 (part-­‐time/remote) Note: Instructors may be asked to attend 2-­‐3 required events and meetings that fall outside of the designated times a week. These dates will be shared before the start of the program. RESPONSIBILITIES In-­‐Class •
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Prepare and implement interactive lessons for class that promote active learning by the students Create an open and positive learning environment that encourages students to ask questions and to be active participants Include at least one hands on and active project/experiment weekly Connect with the students and allow them to feel comfortable with the learning environment Assign weekly problem sets, create solution sets, and prepare class materials and assessments Provide TA with relevant class materials in time to be prepared for class and give them the necessary materials to guide students during study periods and office hours Out-­‐Of Class •
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Be available at least on days when you are teaching and day prior to exam for students to ask questions about problem sets, exams, and course concepts Use effective forms of communication (via office hours, email or phone) to discuss individual academic problems that students might be facing with the course material •
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Provide students with emotional support and encouragement Attend staff trainings, regular staff meetings, and MITES special events Reporting •
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Reply in 24 hours to all correspondences from MITES Leadership (MITES Coordinator, the Executive Director, and the Faculty Director) Complete final evaluations, and final survey within a month of program ending unless otherwise specified by MITES Leadership Submit all course materials by the end of the MITES Program on July 26, 2015 Help keep an open line of communication between students, TA staff, and MITES leadership Curriculum Development and Documentation (if applicable) •
Document all lesson plans and materials used during the summer and submit to the MITES Leadership at end of program OEOP Decorum and Etiquette-­‐ As a member of the MITES staff, you will be expected to adhere to the following expectations •
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Keep noise to a minimum inside the OEOP and in MIT hallways Dress casually, but professionally – Instructors must adhere to the students dress code Refrain from using profanity Eating in the OEOP is allowed, but it is imperative to dispose of trash properly Other •
Be available for tasks and duties for both pre and wrap-­‐up phase of MITES QUALIFICATIONS •
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Graduate degree is preferred; Undergraduate degree is required Must know the subject in detail and/or work in the field Strong background and content base in desired course Teaching experience preferred, but not required Strong desire to mentor. Mentoring experience preferred, but not required Strong written and verbal communication skills WHAT MITES STAFF MEMBERS SHOULD KNOW MIT's Office of Engineering Outreach Programs is seeking instructors to help support the students and the execution of the Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science at MIT (MITES) Program. This program’s goal is to develop a cohort of “thinking minds” equipped to successfully major in technical disciplines. As an MITES instructor, you will play a critical role in each student’s experience. The MITES students will look to you for guidance, mentorship, and friendship. Their lasting memories about the MITES Program will largely be based on their daily interactions with you. This is a time-­‐consuming position. The job requires true commitment, but it is also lots of fun and very rewarding!