Instructor Upward Bound

**SUMMARY**

The Upward Bound Instructor is responsible for curriculum materials and augment existing, curriculum in developmental studies (Math, Science, English, Foreign Language, and Life Skills) through traditional, audio-visual, and computer assisted/managed instruction.

The incumbent will teach a maximum load of (See Faculty Workload Guidelines) contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division and college.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES **include the following. _Other duties may be assigned_.

Teach Upward Bound students.

Report daily attendance.

Conduct ongoing assessment of students’ abilities and needs.

Evaluate student progress per semester.

Create a positive learning environment that enhances student learning.

Inform the Project Director of any problems that might hinder the academic success or continued participation of the Upward Bound students in the program.

Serve as a role model/mentor for Upward Bound students.

Prepare incident reports as needed to the Director and Assistant Director.

Maintain classroom discipline.

Participate in all staff meetings and/or trainings.

May be asked to chaperone students on field trips.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

**EDUCATION**:
**Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Education or related field required.**:
**EXPERIENCE**:
**3 years experience preferred.**:
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**:

- Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city
- Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software is required
- Able to motivate and relate to disadvantaged students and communicate with parent/guardians, target school personnel and community-based organizations
- Knowledge of academic support and developmental services and activities
- Demonstrated ability to successfully work with the targeted population

**_This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor._**

**_This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities._**

**The Organization**

Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We’re proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.

**The Team**

You will find a collaborative, collegial atmosphere at HCC; one in which you will receive strong support at the highest levels of administration. Our leaders foster a positive work environment through empowerment of team members and direct reports.

Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 re