[Chicago] Weekend Instructors Needed: Computer Science & Technology

[Matthew T Rich]

Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development<https://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/> is currently hiring computer science and technology instructors for the Weekend Enrichment Program’s (WEP) eight-week Winter 2018 session.  Students in WEP courses range in age from pre-kindergarten to grade 8, and are performing about 1 – 2 years above grade level. Instructors are responsible for curriculum design and implementation with the support of CTD Staff. Successful execution of these courses requires deep content knowledge in these subject areas, the ability to challenge each student, the development of an inclusive and engaging classroom community, and integration of real-world knowledge with hands-on activities and labs.

A sample of our winter courses in computer science & technology are at the bottom of this message.

View our winter session brochure for a complete list of courses and course descriptions:
http://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/sites/default/files/Winter2018_wep.pdf

Pay: $840 stipend per course

Locations: Evanston (NU campus), Naperville (North Central College), Palatine (500 N. Benton), and Chicago (751 N. State)

Times: Courses are held in the mornings (9:00-11:30am) and afternoons (12:00-2:30pm). Instructors teach during one or both of these time frames depending on location and course assignment, and must be on site 30 minutes prior to the start of the course.

Dates: This position requires attendance on eight Saturdays from 1/20/18 – 3/10/18. Selected additional Sunday positions may be available in Evanston.

Minimum Experience and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree required. Instructors are experts in the subject matter, as well as in classroom communication and management. Instructors must use a variety of best instructional practices, assess student need and progress, and appropriately differentiate instruction for gifted learners.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree and/or experience working with a gifted education program preferred. Experience with twice exceptional students and with compacted curriculum is a plus.

To be considered for a position:
Apply to available positions via the Northwestern Human Resources Job Search Site<http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/careers/>. Search by entering CTD in the keywords field, and all available CTD positions will be returned. You may also enter the "Job ID" to locate the specific position (must click "More Options" and then enter the Job Opening ID #32426). Please read the full job posting for instructions on indicating your site preference(s) (Evanston, Chicago, Palatine, Naperville).
For application or technical support questions, please contact tcadministration at northwestern.edu<mailto:tcadministration at northwestern.edu>

Computer Science and Technology Courses for Winter 2018:

Tangible Programming: Coding with Your Hands, Grades K-1
Sunday - Evanston (AM & PM)
How do you control a robot without written code?
Control robots like Primo Cubetto and KIBO using colorful block commands. Learn how to make your code more elegant and efficient using interactive tools like the function block. Explore fundamental computer science concepts such as symbol and algorithm through dramatic play, construction, literature, and more!
SUBJECT: Computer Science & Technology, Design & Engineering

Introduction to Python Programming AM, Grades 3-4
Saturday - Evanston (AM & PM)
How do you build original animations and game elements using simple code?
Python is a powerful, flexible, yet simple object-oriented programming language with applications across fields from gaming to Google. Develop essential text-based coding skills while using lists, loops, if statements, and functions, for example. In a collaborative setting, workshop original images and patterns using Turtle Graphics with fellow coders. Add your own elements to computer games in order to see the power of Python at work.
SUBJECT: Computer Science & Technology


Java: Advanced Game Development Gr. 6-8
Sunday - Evaston (AM)
Why is human understanding important when we write programs to be run by computers?
In this next-level programming course, take basic Java programming principles and knowledge and apply it to more advanced projects. Learn the physics required to simulate projectiles, gravity, and jumping. Develop design and management techniques to create and maintain more complex games. Use these techniques to build and maintain side-scrolling worlds.
SUBJECT: Computer Science & Technology
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