Temporary English Instructor

English Instructor

Temporary, non-benefits eligible position, up to 20 hours per week

Up to $37.00 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience), November through early January.

The Stanford Online High School (OHS) is an accredited, diploma-granting independent high school situated within Stanford University, serving students in grades 7-12. The OHS brings together academically talented and motivated students from around the world into a vibrant intellectual community with teachers who are passionate about their disciplines, accomplished in their fields, and, above all, dedicated to teaching. In the live discussion seminar, a cornerstone of OHS education, students and teachers engage in a rigorous academic program that develops the critical reasoning and argumentation skills essential for success at the collegiate level and beyond. Beyond the classroom, students and instructors continue collaborating in a dynamic school community centered on student clubs, activities, competitions, and student publications.

**Please note that the Stanford Online High School and Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies offices are located at the Stanford Redwood City Campus; however, this position is remote. You must be located within the state of California.**

Stanford OHS seeks a dynamic English Instructor temporarily to teach one or two sections of upper-level high school English classes. You will meet with each section of students twice a week on a college-style schedule to engage in discussion of the course material. You will be encouraged to bring your advanced subject-level expertise to the class, challenging students in ways not typically found in high school.

Job Responsibilities:

Prepare for class, lead synchronous online discussion sections, hold office hours, and assist students in using course materials.
Monitor student progress, give feedback, grade assessments, and discuss performance with students, parents, Division Head, counseling staff, and administrative staff.
Other duties as assigned

To be successful in this position, you will bring:

The ability to swiftly adapt to a unique learning environment
Strong skills in facilitating discussion-based learning

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Master’s degree (or equivalent coursework) in English, Comparative Literature or related discipline. Ph.D. in English, Comparative Literature or related discipline strongly preferred.
At least one year of experience teaching at the high school or college level or equivalent.
Facility teaching traditional courses. Experience teaching online preferred.
Proficiency in using computer applications.
Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
Ability to consistently perform desk-based computer and office-related tasks

To Apply:

To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume or CV to Meg Lamont, Assistant Head of School, at melamont@stanford.edu, using the subject line “Temporary English Instructor.” Your one-page cover letter should briefly describe your teaching philosophy and interest in teaching at Stanford OHS. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

*Note: The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

*Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S.