Teacher / Basic Education - req# 14781

The University of New Mexicos TRIO Upward Bound Program works to promote high school graduation and post-secondary enrollment for high school students who are potential first-generation college bound students. The program works within Albuquerque Public Schools and is housed within UNMs main campus. Program services include after-school and weekend tutoring, Saturday college preparatory workshops, dual credit courses, summer school, test preparatory classes, and service learning.
Upward Bound instructors promote the program through community networking and recruiting within Albuquerque Public Schools, The University of New Mexico, Southwest Association of Student Assistance Programs, and TRIO New Mexico to ensure the success of program participants. Additionally, instructors design, develop, and deliver educational programs in support of the Albuquerque Public Schools curriculum and the State of New Mexico Content Standards and provide financial aid/scholarship advisement. Instructors also coordinate and implement recruitment and retention programs, special events, and support services.

-Develops, plans, and implements curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs for student audiences within areas of expertise.

-Advises, tests, and teaches students audiences in a variety of academic subjects. Presents and reinforces learning concepts within a specified subject or subject area.

-Answers student inquiries and resolves problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites, referring to catalogs, written course descriptions, and other appropriate sources.

-Plans, develops and oversees community outreach activities for targeted student populations. Promotes programs and recruits students through networking with local school and community groups.

-Prepares appropriate documentation and reports on programs and on student progress.

-Coordinates retention activities including student mentor programs, tutor services, advising, and study skills workshops; plans, develops, and coordinates special events.

-Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

This position is multifaceted and impacts many key performance initiatives the university promotes to ensure that students are successful at UNM. As a result, the ability and willingness to collaborate with other departments, academic units, internal/external donors, and other university stakeholders is essential.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• May require valid NM State teaching license in secondary education in a specific area of expertise as appropriate.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

-Current NMPED Secondary Teaching License or within 6 months of completing coursework/hours towards license

-Endorsement/s in Science and/or Math (Geom., Alg. II, Pre-Calc.)

-Bilingual in Spanish and English

-Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

-Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

-Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

-Ability to plan and implement promotional programs.

-Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.

-Knowledge of young adult learning theory and methodologies.

-Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.