CTD Temporary Summer On-Site Substitute, PreK – Grade 5

On-Site Sub Instructor

Summer Academic Day Camps, PreK – Grade 5

The On‑Site Sub Instructor’s primary role is to act as a teaching assistant (TA) in the classroom of greatest need. On days when a CTD instructor is unexpectedly absent, the On‑Site Sub Instructor is the substitute instructor for their course, working with lesson plans and/or project guidelines provided by the instructor.

• Class times: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, or all day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. As an instructor, the workday includes a 12‑1 pm lunch break. TAs supervise students at lunch and recess.
• Instructors arrive by 8:30 am most days, 8:00 am on Wednesdays, and leave by approximately 4:30 pm (5:00 pm typical on Fridays).
• On days acting as a TA, $20 per hour.
• On days acting as a Substitute Instructor, $28 per hour.

• Each OSS will be hired for a specific site location (Evanston, Chicago, or Downers Grove).
• Evanston and Chicago:
  June 29 – August 7. Locations to be announced in 2026.
• Downers Grove:
  Avery Coonley School, June 15 – July 24 (no programming June 19 th or July 3 rd).
• Required training dates:
  • Online synchronous training dates: TBD for Evanston and Chicago;
    Downers Grove June 10.
  • Evanston and Chicago sites: in‑person training at Northwestern University, Evanston Campus:
    June 25.
  • Site visits for staff week of June 22‑26.
  • In‑person training at Northwestern University, Evanston Campus:
    June 25 (unless working at Downers Grove, which will already be in session).

• Bachelor’s degree and experience teaching accelerated and/or compacted curricula.
• Master’s degree, at least three years of lead teaching and experience with twice‑exceptional students preferred.
• Previous CTD Instructor experience highly preferred.
• Strength and mobility to supervise active children in both classroom and outdoor settings.

• Learn and implement CTD policies and procedures.
• Uphold and promote the CTD Honor Code among staff and students.
• Follow all CTD rules and regulations concerning staff conduct and appropriate dress.
• Assume program‑related responsibilities as requested by Site Coordinator and/or Program Coordinator, including attendance at online and/or onsite training sessions.
• Provide instructional support in collaboration with Instructor, including small group facilitation and individual support.
• Set up and clean up of classroom materials and technology.
• Document student participation and progress toward learning outcomes.
• Actively supervise students during breaks and transition times, including lunch and recess supervision.
• Substitute for Instructor, if necessary.
• Review student health notes and uphold confidentiality policies.

Center for Talent Development is accredited through Cognia® by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI).

As per Northwestern University policy, this position requires a criminal background check. Successful applicants will need to submit to a criminal background check prior to employment.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

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