Summer Academic Instructor

Special Instructions

To apply, complete the online application and attach a resume, contact information for three references, and a cover letter. If hired, complete payroll and HR documents before beginning work. Screening of applicants begins immediately. Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee for six months.

Criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.

Position Title:

Summer Academic Instructor

Requisition Number: H00271P
Position Category:
Hourly/Work Study
Campus

Location:

Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week: 29
Months per year: 2 (Alternate work schedule: 8:00–5:00 PM approximately, Monday–Thursday 8:00–1:00 PM on Fridays, or 8:00–1:00 PM, and/or 1:00–4:00 PM Monday–Friday based on schedule availability)
Pay Grade:
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate: $15.00

Instruct Upward Bound Students in grades 9‑11 during a five‑week summer academic program in an elective subject. Elective subjects can include, but are not limited to, arts and humanities, social sciences, health and physical education, business and technology, life skills and practical arts, and other specialized areas. This will be an on‑site teaching experience at the Weber State Ogden campus, 2‑7 hours per day, 4 days a week, June 9th – July 10th.

• Completion of at least sophomore year in a post‑secondary institution with a major in a pertinent discipline or evidence of equivalent instructional knowledge and/or experience.
• Experience in tutoring, mentoring, and/or community service with high school level students.
• B.A./B.S. in the pertinent discipline.

• Experience and/or knowledge of the special problems of the minority, low income, first‑generation, and physically disabled students.
• Graduate of TRiO program or experience in overcoming the challenges and/or circumstances similar to those of the target population.

• Sedentary work; occasional exertion up to 10 pounds; sitting most of the time; occasional walking/standing.
• Visual acuity requirements for determining accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work.

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity. Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veteran status, or others, as required by law and university policy.

Job Open Date: 03/05/2026
Review Date: 03/08/2026
Job Close Date: 06/05/2026

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents:

• Any additional supporting materials

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