Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).

The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.

We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

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Description of Organization: 
The Baruch STEP Academy is an academic enrichment program focusing on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and providing college preparation. Managed through the CUNY Research Foundation, we serve 200 middle and high school students throughout the city each year. 
Website: https://step.baruch.cuny.edu | Blog: https://baruchstep.wordpress.com/ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baruchstep/

High School In-Person Instructor

Course: Immunology & Human Health | Schedule: 10:35am-12pm
Course Description:  Prerequisite: Open to all | This course examines the body's immune system and the ways it protects against disease. Students will look at the cells, organs, and molecules that defend the body from bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. This course also addresses how vaccines function, what triggers allergies, and the way autoimmune diseases develop.                       
Additional Information: This biology elective is designed for students interested in strengthening their science literacy skills and exploring STEM careers.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach curriculum for 20-22 students

• Evaluate student and group performance often

• Provide staff with measurable results in student learning through assessments

• Monitor and maintain accurate student attendance records 

• Reassess curriculum based on students' needs, interests, and understanding of materials

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
   Required:

• Availability for each program day from 10:30am-12pm

• Strong background in the subject area

• Experience in a teaching capacity within subject area

• Experience with designing/implementing a course curriculum

• Have a strong classroom management style

  
   Preferred:

• Degree in biology or related subject

• Prior teaching experience with high school or undergraduate students

• Ability to engage students with creative lessons and innovative teaching style

• Possess good interpersonal skills with adolescents and a strong understanding of their maturity levels

• Enthusiasm for the subject with flexibility in adjusting curriculum to reflect students' abilities

Pay Range:

$45 hourly

RFCUNY Benefits
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.