Summer Ceramics Educator

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Posted: 27-Mar-24

Location: Los Angeles, California

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

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Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5131303

Summer Ceramics Educator
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF09299
Summer School Dates: Monday, June 24th - Friday, July 12th
Description:
Geffen Academy educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but is created. Geffen Academy educators possess a sophisticated and reflective understanding of their discipline and a record of achievement. This achievement demonstrates their ability to utilize and to contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Educators' innovation is guided by our school's mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and we also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy educators seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community.
Summary:
Under the direction of the Summer Program Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the Educator will create this course of study, prepare materials, and deliver an excellent summer Ceramics Educator enrichment course for Geffen Academy's Summer Program students. The Educator will teach two courses, 2 sections (total); one course designed for students entering grade 5 (two sections, 45 minutes) and a second course (one sections, 90 minutes each) designed for students entering grades 6-12. The classes are 45/90 minutes long, over a three (3) week period. The course will be taught in-person on Geffen Academy's campus.
Job Duties:

Consistent with the department's goals participate in the design and development of curricula that develops a creative and innovative mindset and joy.

Build a creative program for secondary school students in areas such as, but not limited to: creative thinking, meta cognition, 3D art, and ceramics.

Support students in a dynamic process of project planning and execution of created curriculum, including hands-on opportunities for students to express themselves through multiple mediums and modalities.

Create a learning environment where students feel safe, welcome, and challenged.

Consistent with department leadership's direction, collaborate with other educators in creation of the Geffen Academy program that meets the need and interests of the Geffen Academy's students.

Be available to students and parents for any and all department related issues.

This list of duties is not exhaustive.
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09299
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
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UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.
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