Job title: Adjunct Instructor, Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences
Company: New York University Abu Dhabi
Job description: The NYU Abu Dhabi Summer Academy is an 18-month university preparation program designed to enhance the academic profiles of highly motivated Emirati high school students. The program features intensive instruction in Leadership and Public Speaking, Critical Thinking and Writing, Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences, College Readiness and Success, and IELTS Preparation over the course of two summers and an intervening academic year.Following a competitive admissions process, up to 90 program participants are selected each year as recipients of the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Scholarships for Outstanding High School Students, which enables them to attend the Summer Academy.In this mixed-gender program, students are exposed to a rich cultural and rigorous academic program which enhances their ability to gain admission to and perform well at top-tier English-language universities. The program begins during the summer following the 10th year of high school and continues for the following 18 months, with two intensive summer sessions of study in Abu Dhabi at the NYUAD Campus. In addition, students participate in online study and academic refresher weekends during the following academic year.Program GoalsUniversity PreparationStudents gain the academic, cultural, and social skills necessary for success at top-tier universities. Summer Academy graduates have attended Yale, NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi, Princeton, United Arab Emirates University, The London School of Economics, George Washington University, King’s College London, The University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, and many others.Academic PreparationWe introduce students to accelerated study of mathematics, critical thinking and writing, the humanities and to the value of a liberal arts education.Cultural AwarenessStudents develop their understanding of the social and cultural norms of universities and build useful intercultural competencies for success in university.Test PreparationWe prepare students to excel on the standardized tests necessary for university entry.Leadership and Public Speaking SkillsWith Leadership and Public Speaking as a required course in the Summer Academy, our program spurs confidence, personal growth, maturity, and leadership skills.Social NetworkingWe bring together top students from across the UAE who form a supportive and challenging social network among themselves and with Summer Academy alumni who have gone on to university study, graduate school, professions, and leadership careers.Job SummaryThe Instructor will oversee all academic duties for teaching the Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences (MTH) course, including lesson planning, instruction, grading, feedback, and office hours for two sections of Summer Academy students – students in their first summer of the program and students in their second summer of the program (Summer I and Summer II).The course will involve approximately 37 contact hours, with exact hours determined during the hiring process by early Spring 2024.The Instructor will also support programmatic activities throughout the length of the appointment (including weekends) and participate in selection activities and graduation events as needed.Length of Appointment
- Summer Session: Five weeks from approximately July 7 – August 8, 2025
- Approximately two meetings prior to the summer session’s start for orientation activities
Principal ResponsibilitiesThe job’s activities in terms that enable someone who knows nothing about the job to understand what is done in each activity.
- Teach the MTH course to two sections – the Classes of 2025 (Summer II) and 2026 (Summer I) in Abu Dhabi
- Work within the existing MTH curriculum, which is focused on math foundations for the sciences. Areas of study include: algebra & functions, system of equations & vectors, Geometry & Trigonometry, introductory probability and statistics, Logic & paradoxes, test practice and other advanced math topics as needed.
- Attend any pre-program meetings and/or training sessions
- Work closely with the other MTH instructor(s) to ensure that both cohorts and all sections receive the same material delivered with a similar high-quality approach
- Supervise and coordinate instruction with teaching assistants(s)
- Be available to individual students and groups in need of assistance, as well as to other instructors undertaking cross-curricular or collaborative projects
- Provide students with ongoing and regular feedback (oral and written) during the course
- Participate in faculty meetings by providing detailed feedback on student progress
- Following the summer session, submit extensive and detailed written feedback on each student to be used in crafting letters of recommendation for their college applications (within 30 days)
- Attend and provide assistance as needed with co-curricular events and activities throughout the summer session, which will entail leading small groups of students on excursions and trips, or supporting the operations of the program as needed
- Oversee and support students during assigned day trips, extracurricular activities, and events, ensuring a safe and engaging environment that promotes learning and development
About NYU Abu DhabiNYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU’s campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.NYUAD is committed to building and strengthening a university-wide culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging and equity (IDBE), which is fundamental to the University’s commitment to excellence. Visit and how these values are fundamental to our mission.Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.|QualificationsQualifications must support the essential functions and serve as the primary criteria for selecting candidates.Required Education, Certifications, Licensing, or Training
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related subject
- Availability to teach in Abu Dhabi during the dates listed above
- Ability to provide some online instruction during the dates listed above, if necessary
Preferred Education, Certifications, Licensing, or Training
- Advanced degree in Mathematics or related subject
- High-school or college-level experience teaching in English
Required Work and Related Experience
- Demonstrated interest in cross-cultural education and enthusiasm for teaching
- Experience supervising high school students in a co-curricular setting (i.e. school or after school program)
- Availability to assist with the planning of the program prior to the start of classes
Preferred Work and Related Experience
- Work or internship experience teaching math to students for whom English is as an additional language
- Familiarity with online and face-to-face instruction
Application InstructionsApplicants must submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae in PDF format. For instructions and information on how to apply, please visit our website at .NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to our university’s cultural and ethnic diversity.If you have questions about this position, please emailFor more information about the program, please visit .Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people.NYUAD values diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of traditionally underrepresented groups, women, and UAE nationals. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a highly diverse and inclusive campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.@WorkAtNYUAD#nyuadinstructorcareersEqual Employment Opportunity StatementFor people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR:NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.Deadline: Jan 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern TimeShare this jobSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.Similar jobs
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Expected salary: 158088 per year
Location: Abu Dhabi
Job date: Sat, 16 Nov 2024 03:19:28 GMT
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