Part-Time Teacher, Biology Holland Outreach Programs

Job ID: 318106

Department

BIOLOGY (BL-BI-IUBLA)

Department Information

The
Department of Biology is part of The College of Arts + Sciences, the oldest and largest academic division of Indiana University. We are
committed to broadening participation and expanding access to STEM fields. Check out our initiatives at Holland Summer Science
Programs: K-12 Students: Outreach: About: Department of Biology: Indiana University Bloomington.

The Department of Biology is a
large, unified department with strong undergraduate degrees, nationally ranked graduate programs, world-class research spanning the breadth
of biological questions and experimental systems, and a passion for science outreach.

Our premier outreach programs The Jim Holland
Summer Enrichment Program (SEP), Summer Science Research Program (SSRP), and Research Initiative in STEM Education (RISE) provide
high-achieving high school students with engaging opportunities to explore a wide range of scientific disciplines, from microbiology to
plant biology. Through interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory experiences, scientific research, as well as career and college
preparation, students gain meaningful exposure to science at the university level. Program activities are led by a dynamic and highly
skilled team of Indiana University faculty members and Indiana high school teachers.

Job Summary

Teachers play a
vital role in the SEP by supporting participants¿ understanding of key concepts and protocols while also serving as mentors and potential
role models.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Attends all program activities.
• Coordinates additional
  educational activities and is available to perform other duties as assigned.
• Assists IU Professors/Lecturers with lab preparations
  and cleanup, introductions, and with academic activities as needed.
• Review and evaluates student lab journals, providing
  constructive feedback to help participants learn to communicate scientifically.
• Evaluates program success by assisting with student
  evaluations and completing a program evaluation.
• Models and reinforces good behavior and responds effectively to safety and conduct
  concerns, and communicates issues to the Program Director as needed.
• Escorts students to/from all activities.
• Interacts with
  the students and serves as a positive role model.
• Adheres to program policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum
required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in education, natural sciences, or related
  field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Background and/or experience with school
  environments, educating students in a science field
• Previous experience working with science outreach programs and students that
  have historically faced limited access to STEM opportunities is highly desirable

SKILLS

Required

• High level of responsibility, punctuality, and accountability
• Ability to complete tasks in
  a productive and proactive manner
• Ability to actively engage in academic activities with students, address questions or concerns,
  and clarify STEM content as needed.
• Ability to supervise groups of students during labs, lectures, and field trips

Working Conditions / Demands

Ability to move around campus and/or the Bloomington community in the summer.Teachers must
be accessible during lecture and lab activities since the primary goal is to interact with your subset of students and sure they comprehend
activities and key takeaways. The person in this position must be available to work for the entire program from staff training to move-out
day. Applicants must not have anything conflicting for the entirety of the program unless otherwise authorized.

Additional
Information

Letters of recommendation will be required at a later stage of the interview process.

Graduate students are
encouraged to apply.

If chosen, you must also attend a staff orientation 1 day prior to the start of the program.

Available to
work for the entire program from staff training to move-out day.

Work hours are the dates of the program:

• Summer
  Enrichment Program (SEP): July 19 ¿ July 24, 2026
  • Staff Training: July 18, 2026
  
  

Work
Location

Department of Biology

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

Advertised
Salary

Free room and board

$1,200 for duration of the program

Benefits Overview

For full-time
staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and
  supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and
  IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job
Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family:
Part Time Employee

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Equal Employment
Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in
hiring. See Indiana University
Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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