Math Corps College Instructor (STUDENT), Flint

Math Corps Program College Instructor

The Office of K-12 Partnerships is collaborating with Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools to bring the Math Corps summer program to the UM-Flint campus. The Wayne State University Math Corps was established in 1992 as a combined mathematics enrichment and mentoring program for Detroit public school students. For over thirty years, the Math Corps has been working to provide children with the kinds of educational and lifetime opportunities that all kids deserve.UM-Flint's Math Corps program will be held July 13- August 6, Monday-Thursday, with additional training sessions, orientation, and closing ceremonies after the program. UM-Flint is hiring (4) student College Instructors (CIs) to help staff the program. College Instructors (CIs) are current college students who provide leadership for a team of 10 middle school students and 5 high school teaching assistants (TAs). CI's are responsible for: participating in all pre- and post-camp activities; attending each regularly scheduled program day including staff debriefing; supervising and monitoring their students academically, planning and facilitating team time activities including individualized lesson plans and team-wide games; managing behavior; observing, guiding, and managing TAs interaction with students; teaching and tutoring students; maintaining a safe, positive and encouraging learning environment; and most importantly, serving as big brothers and sisters to both middle and high school students.Responsibilities

Attend the following: pre- and post- program meetings as needed; CI training; teacher assistant (TA) training; orientation; each regularly scheduled program day from 8:55 am - 4:30 pm; and the closing ceremony. Conduct morning meetings with the TAs. Facilitate and supervise team time. Actively observe and manage students and TAs during the morning assembly while encouraging them to participate.Correct the homework daily in accordance with the Math Corps guidelines. Correct quizzes on Thursdays and turn them in to the Site Coordinator before leaving. Keep accurate attendance and homework records in a grade book provided by Math Corps. Fill out the end-of-the-day report and return it to the Grade SupervisorEscort students to and from lunch Observe and help manage students at lunch, including family meal days and the picnic Escort students to Discovery classes and Afternoon Activities Communicate and discuss any missing or unsatisfactory homework, poor quizzes, or other academic matters with your Grade SupervisorCommunicate any discipline issues to the Grade Supervisors and Dean. Any acts of violence or bullying should be reported immediately. Actively participate in staff debriefing Observe and help manage students during afternoon activities Supervise students during journal time Individualize, decorate, and prepare the classroom to be an inviting spaceConduct themselves as a positive role model for their students, TAs and fellow staff members Any other duties assigned by the Dean, Director, or Program Coordinator Serve to inspire! Required Qualifications

Current college student Strong interpersonal skills Reliable transportation Fluency with spoken English Must attend mandatory training in mid-June at Wayne State University (transportation provided) and meet reliability expectations for the duration of the summer program Desired Qualifications

Current UM-Flint student studying a math or math-related field Modes of Work

Onsite The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.