Summer 2021 Computer Science Teacher for ATDP Secondary Division at Academic Talent Development Program
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For summer 2021, UC Berkeley's ATDP is looking for an experienced instructor to teach Programming in Java (AP-aligned) to middle and high school students in an accelerated 6-week program.
About ATDP. The Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP) is UC Berkeley's summer program for high-achieving students from Kindergarten to completing grade 11. For over thirty-five years, ATDP has been offering challenging summer classes in a wide variety of disciplines. Please visit ATDP’s website at https://atdp.berkeley.edu/ to learn more about the program.
About. ATDP has detailed lesson plans from past classes of Programming in Java that can be used as-is or modified. Teachers will be paid through UC Berkeley's payroll department. ATDP will be offering Programming in Java in its Secondary Division program:
• ATDP's Secondary Division (students are mostly from the Bay Area)
Program dates: June 22 – July 32, 2021 (6 weeks)
Monday/Wednesday/Friday (18 class meetings)
Daily schedule: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm (AM class) OR 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm (PM class)
Location: Online via Zoom, Learning Magament System (e.g., Canvas, Google Classroom) setup provided
Pay: $3800 per class session
Programming in Java (AP-aligned) course description
For students who want to master object-oriented programming. Coding experience recommended but not required. Covers the majority of topics in AP Computer Science A in six weeks. With additional self-study and review, students will be prepared to take the AP exam in May.
This course will introduce students to object-oriented programming in Java. Programming experience is helpful but not necessary; students applying for this course must already feel comfortable with file systems, rules of syntax, and mathematical thinking, particularly the ideas of variables and functions. Students learn about object-oriented structures like classes very early in the course, along with basic Java syntax and graphics. Students will also learn how to process data structures like arrays and lists. Students will use searching and sorting algorithms to create powerful programs. Toward the end of the course, students will demonstrate their creative skills through various projects that explore advanced applications, such as graphical user interfaces, as well as their ability to write formal documentation.
ONLINE CLASS STRUCTURE
Class time is spent on an assessment and two lessons, with a half-hour break in the middle. Each lesson is an interactive lecture followed by self-directed group work, with live help available from instructors and teaching interns.
This course is A-G approved; meets full-year college prep elective criteria for application to the University of California.
Applying.
To be considered, applicants must submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
Names and contact information for three references (Letters may be requested for finalists). All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law.
Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality at http://apo.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html prior to submitting their letters.
How to Apply:
- Apply at: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF02774
- Create an Applicant ID
- Provide required information and documents
- Provide required reference information
Inquiries:
For inquiries and questions contact Carrie Brown at carriebrown@berkeley.edu.
The Graduate School of Education is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. UC Berkeley has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs to support employees as they balance work and family.
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: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct.
Requirements / Qualifications
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Names and contact information for three references. Send interest email to carriebrown@berkeley.edu
A bachelors degree or equivalent international degree at the time of application. Preferred Qualifications: U.S. teaching credential or M.A. or equivalent credential/degree in related content area at the time of application. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching practice and experience in the subject matter field with diverse populations. Minimum 3 years experience working in a related field. Experience teaching K-12 academically advanced students in proposed subject matter. Experience developing and implementing student-centered or project-based curricula that successfully engages students and facilitates learning. Experience teaching distance learning courses using synchronous and asynchronous formats.
Requirements / Qualifications
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of Teaching Philosophy Names and contact information for three references. Send interest email to carriebrown@berkeley.edu
A bachelors degree or equivalent international degree at the time of application. Preferred Qualifications: U.S. teaching credential or M.A. or equivalent credential/degree in related content area at the time of application. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching practice and experience in the subject matter field with diverse populations. Minimum 3 years experience working in a related field. Experience teaching K-12 academically advanced students in proposed subject matter. Experience developing and implementing student-centered or project-based curricula that successfully engages students and facilitates learning. Experience teaching distance learning courses using synchronous and asynchronous formats.
Comments and Other Information
General Duties: ATDP courses will be held via Zoom for summer 2021. In addition to teaching responsibilities, duties include: holding office hours, assigning grades, writing student evaluations, advising students, attending faculty meetings, and preparing course materials. Teachers are also required to attend a Faculty-wide meeting in May 2021; SD instructors must attend the Student/Parent orientation in June 2021. ED instructors must attend the Student/ Parent Orientation in July 2021. Pending public health orders and/or University policies, such events may occur virtually.
Salary: These are one, two, or three-month appointments. Instructor, co-Instructor, and Instructional Associate salaries are associated with number of units and typically range from $1100 - $3800 per course.
Comments and Other Information
General Duties: ATDP courses will be held via Zoom for summer 2021. In addition to teaching responsibilities, duties include: holding office hours, assigning grades, writing student evaluations, advising students, attending faculty meetings, and preparing course materials. Teachers are also required to attend a Faculty-wide meeting in May 2021; SD instructors must attend the Student/Parent orientation in June 2021. ED instructors must attend the Student/ Parent Orientation in July 2021. Pending public health orders and/or University policies, such events may occur virtually.
Salary: These are one, two, or three-month appointments. Instructor, co-Instructor, and Instructional Associate salaries are associated with number of units and typically range from $1100 - $3800 per course.