Youth Program Instructors (SPY)

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    • Youth Program Instructors (SPY)

    About the Position:WWU's Youth Programs through Extended Education and Summer Programs (EESP) is seeking temporary part-time positions to teach a specialty topic for elementary and middle school-aged students for summer 2010. Programming includes half-day sessions (Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.) and can be 1 or 2 weeks in length. Find out more about WWU's Youth Programs at:www.wwu.edu/youth.

    SPY offers motivated young learners, entering grades four through nine, an in-depth, applied study of a single topic designed to capture the excitement of learning and to maximize student involvement. Each session is divided into 2 grade groupings: 4-6th and 7-9th. Instructors can work with both grade groups. SPY gives instructors creative reign to design a signature” or specialty” offering.

    About the Department:Extended Education and Summer Programs (EEPS) connects learners of all ages to the Western Experience. EESP collaborates with colleges, departments and the community, linking University resources with educational needs and opportunities both on and off campus. EESP is a self-sustaining department. Find out more about EESP atwww.acadweb.wwu.edu/eesp.

    Position Responsibilities

    • Develop and deliver daily lessons plans, schedules and budget estimates as requested
    • Collaborate on the development and dissemination of program materials
    • Deliver instruction according to contract dates and times
    • Participate in opening/closing events associated with the specific program
    Required Qualifications:
  • Certified to teach in Washington State
  • Ability to teach 20 hours per weekly session
  • Expertise in the specific content area
    • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience working with diverse students and staff
    Academic Emphasis:Youth Programs
    Job Location:Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA

    Salary:$500 for a minimum of 8 students, $50 for each additional student

    Bargaining Union:United Faculty of Western Washington

    Application Instructions and Requested Documents:Please log in below and submit your application via WWU's Electronic Application System for Employment (EASE). Note: You will need to be using Internet Explorer to utilize our online application system.

    A cover letter and CV are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications. You may cut and paste or upload your materials as noted on the EASE application.
    Other Information:Applications received through October 30, 2009 will be considered for summer 2010.
    Job Posted:10/1/2009

    Closing Date Notes:Open continuously
    Recruitment #:090451

    Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU'sPolicy on Providing Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination.

    EO/AA inquiries may be directed to the Vice Provost for Equal Opportunity and Employment Diversity, Title IX Coordinator, Equal Opportunity Office, Western Washington University, Old Main 345 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay);EOO.
    WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contactHuman Resources Disability Services, 360.650.3774 or 711 (Washington Relay).

    All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires.


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