9-10th Grade Identity & Empowerment 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)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

EducationIndustries

Requirements

Ability to teach in-person on Saturdays from 9:00am-4:00pm at UC Law campus in San Francisco (200 McAllister St, off Civic Center BART)
Availability for instructor orientation (9th Grade: 2/28, 9:00am-2:00pm; 10th Grade: 1/24, 9:00-2:00pm) and all Saturday Academy sessions (9th Grade: 8 sessions from 3/14 to 5/9; 10th Grade: 10 sessions from 1/31 to 5/9)
Commitment to up to 10 hours per week, including ~6 standard hours on-site and up to 4 flex hours for prep, grading, etc
Proficiency in navigating instructional technologies such as Brightspace (LMS), Nearpod, GSuit applications, and Zoom chat in a Blended Learning environment
Ability to teach four 50-minute lessons per session to groups of 25-30 9th or 10th grade students using provided curricula ("Personal & Social Identities" for 9th Grade; "Identity & Mental Health" for 10th Grade)

Responsibilities

Teach four periods of Identity & Empowerment instructional content, follow provided lesson plans, meet lesson objectives, abide by SEO’s criteria for rigorous instruction and student engagement, hold students to high expectations, use protocols for student-driven discussion and group work, and promote depth of understanding via questioning
Learn and efficiently utilize instructional technologies such as Brightspace, Nearpod, GSuit applications, and Zoom chat in a Blended Learning environment
Read, internalize, and practice all lesson plans and materials provided by SEO prior to teaching; implement thoughtful adjustments to pacing and activities based on specific student needs
Calculate grades according to rubrics and stipulations in lesson plans, provide actionable growth-oriented feedback to students, complete all grading within 1 week, and keep the electronic gradebook up to date on Brightspace
Project an energetic, engaging, and approachable persona to promote students’ connection to the content, investment in the learning experience, and positive relationships with all class members
Implement a rigorous college-prep curriculum using a student-centered approach, serving as a coach and facilitator of learning to support Scholars’ journey to competitive colleges and beyond

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TeachingCurriculum ImplementationStudent CoachingLesson PlanningClassroom FacilitationPublic SpeakingStudent Mentoring

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this instructor position?

The position pays $50 per hour.

Is this a remote or in-person role, and where is it located?

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

What are the key responsibilities or skills needed for this instructor role?

Instructors must teach four periods of Identity & Empowerment content, follow provided lesson plans, meet lesson objectives, hold students to high expectations, and use protocols for student-driven discussion and group work.

What is the work schedule and weekly hours for this position?

Instructors work Saturdays from 9:00am-4:00pm (about 6 standard hours including a 50-minute lunch), plus up to 4 flex hours weekly for prep, grading, and communication, totaling a maximum of 10 hours per week.

What experience or approach 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 and facilitators, 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