Immunology Instructor
Description of Organization:
The Baruch STEP Academy is an academic enrichment program focusing on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and providing college preparation. Managed through the CUNY Research Foundation, we serve 200 middle and high school students throughout the city each year.
Website: https://step.baruch.cuny.edu | Blog: https://baruchstep.wordpress.com/ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baruchstep/
The Fall 2026 Program will operate over 10 sessions: October 3 - December 12, excluding November 28.
Position: In-Person High School Instructor
2nd Period Course: Immunology & Human Health | Schedule: 10:35am-12pm
Course Description: This course examines the body's immune system and the ways it protects against disease. Students will look at the cells, organs, and molecules that defend the body from bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. This course also addresses how vaccines function, what triggers allergies, and the way autoimmune diseases develop.
Additional Information: These courses are designed for high school students interested in improving their
science comprehension for test preparation and college readiness for science courses.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Prepare and teach curriculum for 20-22 students
- Evaluate student and group performance often
- Provide staff with measurable results in student learning through assessments
- Monitor and maintain accurate student attendance records
- Reassess curriculum based on students' needs, interests, and understanding of materials
Qualifications
Required:
- Availability to attend sessions
- Degree in biology, science education, or a related subject
- Experience in a teaching capacity in subject area
- Experience with designing/implementing a course curriculum
- Have a strong classroom management style
Preferred:
- Strong background in the subject area
- Prior teaching experience with high school or undergraduate students
- Ability to engage students with creative lessons and innovative teaching style
- Possess good interpersonal skills with adolescents and a strong understanding of their maturity levels
- Enthusiasm for the subject with flexibility in adjusting curriculum to reflect students' abilities
Salary per course: $1,350 = [$45 an hour x 3 hours (1.5 hours of instruction + 1.5 hour of preparation) x 10 sessions]
Only candidates that submit a cover letter will be considered. Request for interviews with qualified candidates will start in early September.