Providence, Rhode island
Project Management Instructor (Temporary) Job Opening in Providence, Rhode island - OVERVIEW:
The Project Management Instructor (Temporary) - Providence, RI will report to the Academic Director and will teach the basics of computer applications and project management from an existing but evolving curriculum. Emphasis in the classroom is on the students learning from each other and through their own curiosity. The foundation of Year Up?s business model is high expectations and high support. Instructors spend much of their time guiding students in professional behavior, helping them to build confidence, and advising them on choices that will help them reach their goals. The Project Management Instructor (Temporary) - Providence, RI is also a key member of the local academic team, and may be expected to take on additional projects at the request of the Academic Director.
To be successful in this role, you?ll bring a passion for education, strong classroom experience, and a depth of diverse knowledge of technology, and its application in the corporate workplace. You?re someone who finds satisfaction in developing and delivering creative, interactive lessons, and serving as an advisor and coach to our young adults.
The Project Management Instructor (Temporary) - Providence, RI will also interact with students as a mentor, group facilitator, and advocate, participating in building a positive educational environment.
We understand that people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. We encourage candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications below. If you believe you have the transferable skills necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instruction
Instruct Project Management /Microsoft Office Suite courses of approximately 20 students daily, using curriculum that aligns to college-level courses, and includes cost benefit analysis and feasibility studies, project network diagram, critical path methods and compression techniques, key performance indicators, conflict resolution methods, among other topics
Produce and instruct high quality, student driven and project-based classes daily in which students learn, are challenged, and enjoy the learning process
Provide guidance for self-directed learning and provide one-on-one tutoring outside of class
Manage the classroom successfully following the Year Up contract and behavior modification model
Lead collaborative efforts of instructors, harmonizing curriculum, implementing organization-wide, academic discipline-specific rubrics in classrooms and using data to improve teacher and student performance in the classroom
Identify key competencies for instruction to meet both college-level course requirements and industry-workplace needs
Hone assessment tools to measure learning and growth of Year Up students and to ensure successful transition of students to corporate internships; make use of these tools to continuously monitor and evaluate Year Up?s performance
Ensure that students? communications abilities and professional skills meet the needs of internship and University partners
Take on additional academic projects as needed
Site Team/Learning Community Member
Serve as a coach/mentor for a small number of current students
Join and sometimes facilitate weekly group sessions with students
Participate in staff meetings and trainings
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master?s degree in Project Management or Business with a project management focus and significant successful teaching experience or Bachelor?s degree and advanced industry certifications with significant relevant teaching experience required
6-7 years of experience as an educator is required
5+ years? experience teaching or working with urban youth is preferred
An interest in implementing progressive methodologies and in creating a hands on, interactive learning environment
Experience managing projects with exceptional attention to detail
Skillful in creating and facilitating high-quality, rigorous, college-level classes
Skillful in using multiple assessments to measure the progress and performance of a diverse student population, and in teaching others to do the same
Excellent communication skills, mature interpersonal style and the ability to interact with a diverse range of people, strong team work skills
Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure
A desire to collaborate and be part of the learning team Moderate degree of technical literacy required; strong technical literacy a plus
Experience with curriculum, syllabus development and lesson planning
Experience with eLearning, computer-enhanced teaching, and blended learning approaches preferred
Proficiency with various Learning Management Systems (i.e. Schoology, Moodle, Sakai), and virtual and online video tools for teaching and learning (i.e. Second Life, Adobe Connect) preferred
A passion for working with urban young adults, an unshakable belief in their potential and a strong commitment to the mission of Year Up
Understanding of the Opportunity Divide and its drivers
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with education and experience
Benefits: Competitive package including 100% healthcare coverage, dental, and 401(k) match
Vacation: Three weeks paid vacation in first year of employment; four weeks after initial year
Professional development: Funds available to support staff in achieving career objectives
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
Year Up is an award-winning national 501(c)3 organization striving to close the Opportunity Divide by providing young adults ages 18-24 with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. Through a one-year intensive program, Year Up utilizes a high support, high expectations model that combines hands-on technical and professional skills, educational stipends, college-level coursework, and corporate internships at more than 250 top companies.
Year Up currently serves young adults in Arizona, Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, the National Capital Region, New York City, Philadelphia, Providence, Puget Sound, San Francisco Bay Area, South Florida, and Wilmington and will serve more than 3,000 students in 2017 nationwide.
Voted one of the Best Nonprofits to Work For in the country by The Non-Profit Times for six consecutive years, Year Up is a rewarding place to work. Our staff is passionate, supportive, mission-driven, and live by a set of core values that reflect an unshakable belief in the talent and full potential of our young people.
Year Up participates in E-Verify.
Please visit /careers to learn more about working at Year Up, and to see a list of current opportunities.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Year Up actively engages individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to embracing diversity within our organization because we firmly believe that diverse employee teams help us to achieve our best organizational outcomes and provide the most effective support to our young adults as we work to close the Opportunity Divide. We are deeply dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive and supportive work environment. Learn more about our commitment to diversity:
As an equal opportunity employer, Year Up is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume through our website.
Note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered. We respectfully request no phone calls.
Job Type: Part-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
teaching: 5 years
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