9-10th Grade ELA Instructor (Spring 2026)

9-10th Grade ELA Instructor (Spring 2026)

Join SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) as a 9‑10th grade ELA Instructor for the Spring 2026 term. This part‑time, seasonal role is based at the UC Law campus in San Francisco and involves coaching high school Scholars through a rigorous college‑prep curriculum.

Position Overview

Instructors will join SEO’s community of passionate educators to implement a rigorous college‑prep curriculum for motivated and driven high school Scholars. Using our original curriculum and a student‑centered approach to teaching and learning, instructors support Scholars’ journey to a competitive college and beyond. Instructors coach and facilitate learning, promote depth of understanding, and serve as a planner and evaluator of learning outcomes.

Schedule & Hours

Saturdays, 9:00 am‑4:00 pm (with a 50‑minute lunch). Instructors are allotted 10 maximum hours per week (Standard and Flex) during their seasonal employment. Standard Hours:

• Saturdays, 9:00‑4:00 pm – 6 hours

Flex Hours: up to 4 hours per week for lesson prep, grading and communication. Total weekly hours will be spread over the instructional time frame of 9:00 am‑4:00 pm.

Instructional Responsibilities

• Teach four 50‑minute ELA periods to two groups of approximately 25‑30 Scholars, following provided lesson plans and meeting objectives.
• Utilize Brightspace (LMS), Nearpod, G‑Suite applications and Zoom chat to support a blended learning environment.
• Read, internalize, and practice all lesson plans and materials prior to teaching, adjusting pacing and activities as needed.
• Calculate grades according to rubrics, provide actionable, growth‑oriented feedback, and maintain an up‑to‑date electronic gradebook on Brightspace (within one‑week turnaround).
• Promote an energetic, engaging classroom culture that encourages student connection, investment, and positive relationships.
• Attend all scheduled meetings, professional development trainings, check‑ins, and debriefs; respond to emails and Zoom chats promptly.
• Meet with the instructional coach at least twice per semester to receive and implement feedback aligned with SEO’s Indicators of Effective Instruction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a content‑related field.
• Expertise and depth of knowledge in English Language Arts, writing, and reading skills.
• Comfortable with and skilled at working with and navigating technological learning systems.
• Practice of student‑centered pedagogy.
• High‑school classroom teaching experience.
• Preferred: secondary education degree and certification; knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL); instructional technology certification or training; enthusiasm for discussions on societal challenges.

Compensation & Hours

Compensated on a competitive hourly scale starting at $50 per hour. This position averages 10 hours per week. The position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

EEOC Policy

At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in. Candidates from historically excluded and under‑represented communities, including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply. SEO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, or any other protected status. If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO due to a disability, please email SEO Talent.

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