9-10th Grade ELA Instructor (Spring 2026) at SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

EducationIndustries

Requirements

Ability to teach in-person on Saturdays from 9:00am-4:00pm (with 50-minute lunch) for ~6 standard hours weekly, plus up to 4 flex hours for preparation, grading, etc
Availability for 9th or 10th grade schedule: 9th Grade (Orientation 2/28, Academy 3/14 to 5/9, 8 sessions); 10th Grade (Orientation 1/24, Academy 1/31 to 5/9, 10 sessions)
Comfort teaching four 50-minute ELA lessons to groups of 25-30 students within 9:00am-4:00pm timeframe, including prep period
Proficiency in navigating instructional technologies: Brightspace (LMS), Nearpod, GSuite applications, Zoom chat in a Blended Learning environment
Ability to work part-time, seasonal (Spring 2026) at UC Law campus in San Francisco (200 McAllister St)

Responsibilities

Teach four periods of ELA instructional content (9th Grade: “Theory of Intelligence”; 10th Grade: “Critical Media Analysis”), follow provided lesson plans, meet objectives, abide by rigorous instruction and engagement criteria
Hold students to high expectations, use protocols for student-driven discussion and group work, promote depth of understanding via questioning
Read, internalize, practice lesson plans and materials prior to teaching; implement adjustments to pacing and activities based on student needs
Calculate grades per rubrics, provide actionable growth-oriented feedback, complete grading within 1 week, maintain electronic gradebook on Brightspace
Project energetic, engaging, approachable persona to foster student connection to content, investment in learning, and positive community relationships
Collaborate with SEO staff and instructors (implied in job context)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ELA TeachingCurriculum ImplementationStudent-Centered TeachingLesson PlanningGradingClassroom FacilitationInstructional CoachingHigh School Education

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this position?

The position pays $50 per hour.

Is this a remote or in-person role?

This is an in-person role at the UC Law campus in San Francisco.

What are the key responsibilities of the instructor?

Instructors teach four 50-minute ELA lessons to groups of 25-30 students, follow provided lesson plans, meet objectives for rigorous instruction, hold high expectations, and use protocols for student-driven discussions.

What is the work schedule and commitment?

The role involves Saturdays from 9:00am-4:00pm (about 6 standard hours) plus up to 4 flex hours weekly for prep and grading, with specific dates for 9th or 10th grade cohorts and orientation.

What makes a strong candidate for this instructor role?

Strong candidates are passionate educators who can implement a rigorous college-prep curriculum using a student-centered approach, serve as coaches for learning, and promote depth of understanding and skill acquisition.

SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)

Provides education programs for underserved communities

About SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)

SEO offers a range of programs aimed at closing the academic and career opportunity gap for underserved communities, including an 8-year academic program for public high school students and industry-wide programs providing education and mentorship opportunities. The company's initiatives also support future lawyers in excelling in their careers and provide ongoing development for alumni, focusing on making connections, professional/personal development, and civic engagement.

55 Exchange Pl, New York, NY 10005, USAHeadquarters

1963Year Founded

$10.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

Consulting, Social Impact, Financial Services, EducationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees