Education Unlimited
Public Speaking Instructor - Summer 2024
Education Unlimited, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Public Speaking Instructor - Summer 2024
Education Unlimited provides academic summer camps & pre-college summer programs for students entering grades 4-12. Our summer programs include public speaking camps, college admissions prep programs, science camps, summer acting camp, writing camps, computer camp, leadership camp, video production camp, and college tours.OPEN POSITIONS:Two position types are available:Online Instructors:
Online instructors will lead classes via Zoom and Google Classroom with cohorts of approximately 6-8 students. All curriculum materials will be provided, but instructors will need to have a reliable computer and internet connection and a quiet and professional place from which to host class.On-Campus Instructors:
On-campus positions are available at UCLA, Stanford, Georgetown, and UC Berkeley. These are residential positions and
teachers will be provided with housing in the university residence halls . Some limited commuter positions may also be available for local instructors.Camp Dates:
Camp sessions are each one week in length and run from June 10 to August 5. Instructors may be hired for one or more weeks. Please indicate which weeks you are available to work on the application.Job Description:The Public Speaking Instructor will guide students through the Education Unlimited Public Speaking curriculum to help them become more clear, confident, and effective speakers, and to help them enjoy public speaking activities. Instructors will teach rotating classes in delivery and/or debate; on-campus instructors will also teach an elective (examples include Impromptu Speaking, Negotiations, Policy Debate, and Storytelling) in the afternoons or evenings.In addition to teaching, instructors will be responsible for assisting students as needed in one-on-one feedback sessions, and leading students in a showcase at the end of camp. Instructors will also be responsible for tracking student work and handing in any deliverables to the camp director and EU home office.In addition to teaching responsibilities, on-campus instructors should be available and willing to assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks. Instructors should be mature, reliable, and able to work well with fellow staffers. Instructors are also expected to act as mentors and will help lead field trips and guide students on excursions. With the support of the entire staff, instructors are responsible for the health and safety of students, in addition to fulfilling instructional objectives.Qualifications:Instructors have a strong competitive speech and debate background, are studying communications at the graduate school level, or have significant experience teaching and mentoring students in public speaking.2+ years' experience working with middle, high school or university students in an instructional setting.2+ years’ experience teaching public speaking and/or debate at any level or significant competitive experience.Bachelor's degree is required; preference is given to those with an advanced degree.A passion for helping students improve their public speaking and debate skills.High level of professionalism and positive attitude.Self-motivation and follow-through.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to adjust to different learning styles and adapt lessons as needed.
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Education Unlimited provides academic summer camps & pre-college summer programs for students entering grades 4-12. Our summer programs include public speaking camps, college admissions prep programs, science camps, summer acting camp, writing camps, computer camp, leadership camp, video production camp, and college tours.OPEN POSITIONS:Two position types are available:Online Instructors:
Online instructors will lead classes via Zoom and Google Classroom with cohorts of approximately 6-8 students. All curriculum materials will be provided, but instructors will need to have a reliable computer and internet connection and a quiet and professional place from which to host class.On-Campus Instructors:
On-campus positions are available at UCLA, Stanford, Georgetown, and UC Berkeley. These are residential positions and
teachers will be provided with housing in the university residence halls . Some limited commuter positions may also be available for local instructors.Camp Dates:
Camp sessions are each one week in length and run from June 10 to August 5. Instructors may be hired for one or more weeks. Please indicate which weeks you are available to work on the application.Job Description:The Public Speaking Instructor will guide students through the Education Unlimited Public Speaking curriculum to help them become more clear, confident, and effective speakers, and to help them enjoy public speaking activities. Instructors will teach rotating classes in delivery and/or debate; on-campus instructors will also teach an elective (examples include Impromptu Speaking, Negotiations, Policy Debate, and Storytelling) in the afternoons or evenings.In addition to teaching, instructors will be responsible for assisting students as needed in one-on-one feedback sessions, and leading students in a showcase at the end of camp. Instructors will also be responsible for tracking student work and handing in any deliverables to the camp director and EU home office.In addition to teaching responsibilities, on-campus instructors should be available and willing to assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks. Instructors should be mature, reliable, and able to work well with fellow staffers. Instructors are also expected to act as mentors and will help lead field trips and guide students on excursions. With the support of the entire staff, instructors are responsible for the health and safety of students, in addition to fulfilling instructional objectives.Qualifications:Instructors have a strong competitive speech and debate background, are studying communications at the graduate school level, or have significant experience teaching and mentoring students in public speaking.2+ years' experience working with middle, high school or university students in an instructional setting.2+ years’ experience teaching public speaking and/or debate at any level or significant competitive experience.Bachelor's degree is required; preference is given to those with an advanced degree.A passion for helping students improve their public speaking and debate skills.High level of professionalism and positive attitude.Self-motivation and follow-through.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to adjust to different learning styles and adapt lessons as needed.
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