Upward Bound Instructors for Saturday Academy
USC Upward Bound
Hiring Instructors for Saturday Academy!
Program Dates: October 4, 2025-May 9, 2026
The USC Upward Bound program is an intense academic, social, and cultural experience for high school students from 5 LAUSD high schools. The purpose of the program is to assist first-generation, college-bound high school students to prepare to succeed in postsecondary education.
This academic year, USC Upward Bound is looking to hire instructors to provide instruction to program participants during Saturday Academy. Instructors must be able to teach at the high school/college preparatory level in the following areas: English, Math (Algebra I & II, Geometry), College Seminar. Concentration in these areas will depend on the level of expertise of the instructor
Job Description
- Develop course curriculum including student learning outcomes outlined in a syllabus
- Prepare engaging, fun, and informative lessons on the given subject (out of classroom learning experiences highly encouraged)
- Assess student knowledge via pre and post testing, quizzes, projects, etc.
- Report student progress and behavior to UB staff including program director and program coordinators
- Attend staff meetings
Qualifications
- Must have a bachelor’s degree, credential, or master’s degree (preferred but not necessary)
- Must enjoy working with high school-aged students
- Available to work Saturdays between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. for approximately 4 hrs. per week.
- Must have at least 1-2 years of actual teaching experience in a classroom setting.
Please Note: All teaching will be in person at the USC campus.
Starting Rate: $35/hour
How to Apply: Candidates should submit a resume, cover letter indicating subject of interest and summarizing qualifications, and availability to Karla Sanchez at KMendezs@usc.edu