Job Information
University of Utah Social Sciences Teacher in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 02/27/2026
Requisition Number PRN16811N
Job Title Education Staff Assistant
Working Title Social Sciences Teacher
Career Progression Track 007
Track Level
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 20
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Teachers may be on-campus from June 16th to July 31st from about 9 am – 12 pm, Monday through Friday. Teachers will be compensated for curriculum preparation prior to the June 16th start date.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00785 - First Generation Programs
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $20.00/hours
Close Date 04/13/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 04/01/2026
Job Summary
The Upward Bound Project is a federally funded program to encourage post-secondary preparation of high school students who are from low-income families and are first-generation college-bound students (the first in their family to go to college). The summer academy for 2026 consists of an intensive, six-week in-person academic program during which the students receive high school enrichment instruction in English, financial literacy, business, foreign language, mathematics, and social science. Supervised recreation, guidance, and peer advising, and career exploration are also provided. Teachers will assist with the coordination, design, and production of classes for Upward Bound Academy in classrooms on campus.
Responsibilities
Create & implement curriculum & syllabus to embody the summer program theme.
Assists in developing and conducting training sessions on subjects related to the area of assignment.
Assists in the coordination, design, and production of educational activities.
Assists in the development of new ideas regarding educational programs.
Assists in the development of workshops, brochures, and educational materials.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: In person office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years experience as a classroom assistant in a related academic area, or equivalency; knowledge and understanding of a variety of teaching methods to adjust activities/training session to include participants of different ages; a thorough knowledge of related academic subjects to participate in developing classroom activities/programs; and demonstrated knowledge of teaching methods and communication skills to conduct educational activities and/or training sessions clearly and concisely required.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
Curriculum may focus on geography, global studies, world cultures, civic engagement, current events, sociology, diplomacy, psychology, and international relations.
Preferences
Persons who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the target population are encouraged to apply. Teachers who understand the value of experiential learning are desired.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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