Instructor - Educational Talent Search - Dayton Public Schools (Part-Time, Grant-Funded)

Job Title Instructor - Educational Talent Search - Dayton Public Schools (Part-Time, Grant-Funded) Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH Job Number 05315 Department Office of Pre-College Programs Job Category Professional Job Type Part-Time Status Grant Funded Job Open Date 04/27/2026 Resume Review Date Ongoing Closing Date 06/15/2026 Open Until Filled No Position SummaryThe Instructor position exists to provide direct services to Educational Talent Search program participants as outlined in the Talent Search grant funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The approved grant proposal stipulates that the program will provide services during the academic year and summer for target program students enrolled in Dayton Public Schools.The Instructor is responsible for providing tutoring and rendering instruction, assisting with college preparation initiatives and cultural enrichment activities, conducting workshops, and monitoring academic performance for student success. This is a grant-funded position contingent upon the supporting funding.The hourly pay rate for this position is $29.62 and has a maximum of 28 hours per week.Why work for Sinclair College?The following are some of the benefits that part-time staff with Sinclair College receive:Tuition waiver for employee for 3 credit hours per semesterOpportunity for advancement and promotionSupport for continued professional development and educationOPERS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution14 days of annually observed company holidays, part-time employees are paid for regularly scheduled hours on these daysHigh quality programs and events for work-life balanceSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.Principal AccountabilitiesCustomer ServiceProvide strong student advocacy and customer service demonstrated through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem solving, and desire to identify and support student successEngage in behaviors that encourage student learning and create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supportedAttempt to consistently identify the root cause(s) of student problems, questions, or issues and solve them as quickly, thoroughly, and professionally as possibleTechnicalProvide academic instruction aligned with prescribed curricula and learning standards in classroom, workshop, and laboratory settingsDevelop syllabi and lesson plans, draft and administer tests, grade assignments, evaluate student performance, and disseminate gradesOutline classroom, workshop, and lab structure, policies, and procedures and proper use of course materials and resourcesDifferentiate instruction to accommodate varied learning styles and abilities of program participantsMonitor student behavior and employ effective classroom management and disciplinary best practicesProvide tutoring for individual students and small groups.Interpret rules, definitions, formulas, methods and usage, etc. to help empower students to complete assignmentsAssist students with developing effective study skills and habits and leveraging study aids.Provide clear and consistent feedback on student academic performanceMake recommendations for student improvement as needed and aid in corrective action plan implementationSupport creative and experiential learning both in and out of the traditional classroom setting.Consult with program staff and aid other instructors as needed to facilitate learning and accomplish program objectivesAssist with college preparation initiatives and help foster holistic student development.Chaperone cultural enrichment excursions, college tours, and other program activities and field tripsSupportTrack student attendance and submit daily instructor/tutor sheet and other reportsPrepare and submit evaluations and assessments for students servedMaintain accurate records and keep confidential student data secureManage key correspondence between stakeholdersAttend staff meetings, orientations, and trainings as scheduled and assigned by Project Director, Program Coordinator/Advisors and other program staffRequirementsMinimum of a bachelor's degree in education in one of the following areas required: English Language Arts, Foreign Language, Mathematics (including Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, & Statistics), Science (including Biology, Chemistry, & Physics), Social Studies or field related to the scope of the content area neededLicensure and/or certification in content area preferredPrevious teaching and tutoring experience preferredDemonstrated understanding of the needs of students from disadvantaged, low income, and underrepresented backgroundsAbility to recognize and analyze problems and problem solve accordingly · Intrinsic motivation, strong work ethic, willingness to take initiative, and excellent organizational skills