Job Description
Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).
The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.
We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.
Primary Location:
BRONX C. C.Bargaining Unit:
No
The Upward Bound Program is a federally funded initiative sponsored by the Department of Education. The program is designed to identify and support high school students who demonstrate the potential for success in post-secondary education. Upward Bound encourages qualified individuals to complete high school and enroll in the college or university of their choice.
The program provides individual and group counseling, academic advisement, and technical assistance for students in grades 9–12 in the areas of career exploration, educational planning, college entrance examination preparation, college admissions and financial aid procedures, tutoring, cultural and motivational development, and guidance on secondary school re-entry and other educational opportunities.
The Summer Program will be held at Bronx Community College. This is a part-time position for the Summer Component, running from June 8, 2026, through July 9, 2026. The selected teacher must commit to teaching four (4) hours daily at Bronx Community College, with occasional virtual instruction as needed.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Submit a syllabus for classroom instruction for approval prior to the start of the program
Teach all levels of English, including Literature and Composition
Prepare and administer pre- and post-assessments
Evaluate students’ academic needs
Produce progress reports/transcripts for each student at the conclusion of the academic year
Report any student concerns or academic needs to the Curriculum Coordinator/Associate Director
Perform other duties as assigned
Core Competencies and Qualifications:
Must hold New York State Department of Education certification in English
Must have several years of experience working with high school students
Must possess knowledge of TRIO Programs
Must provide two (2) signed letters of recommendation on official business letterhead
Pay Range:
Minimum - Maximum: $45/hourly
RFCUNY Benefits
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.