12th Grade Associate Bootcamp Instructor (Summer 2026)

Title:  Associate Instructor (12th Grade Bootcamp)

Department: SEO High School Scholars, New York

Report to: Senior Manager, Teaching & Learning 

Compensation:  $40/hr

FLSA: Non-Exempt  

Employee Type: Part-Time, Seasonal

Location: New York, NY

Work Arrangement:  This role requires on-site work at an SEO program site

Hours: Averages 34 hours/week

Schedule: 8:45am-3:00pm (Monday 8/10); 9:00am-2:15pm (Tues 8/11 - Fri 8/14, Mon 8/17 - Fri 8/21)

ABOUT SEO  

Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually. 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Associate Instructors will join SEO’s community of passionate educators to implement a rigorous college prep curriculum for motivated and driven high school students. Associate Instructors co-teach alongside Instructors to facilitate classroom instruction, teach mini lessons, organize small group and one-on-one instruction, and provide additional Scholar support. Associate Instructors are the first to cover when there is an instructor absence and do not have grading responsibilities. Associate Instructors provide support and coverage for both Bootcamp Writing and Advisory courses and have a full-day schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction & Facilitation – Provide support and/or co-teach 3 to 4 periods including Writing and Advisory. When asked to cover for another instructor, lead the class on your own. Follow provided lesson plans and meet lesson objectives, abiding by SEO’s articulated criteria for rigorous instruction and student engagement. 

Navigate Instructional Technologies – Learn and efficiently utilize our instructional technologies such as  Brightspace (Learning Management System), Nearpod,  GSuite applications, and Zoom chat (instant messaging tool) in a Blended Learning environment.Content Preparation – 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. 

• Academic Support- Host open-door support sessions with Scholars who want to come in and review skills learned from class, make up missed work or lessons, or develop new skills. 
• Classroom Culture – Maintain responsive & restorative approaches to promote students’ connection to the content, investment in the learning experience, and positive relationship to all members of the community.
• Collaboration with SEO Staff and Instructors – Attend all scheduled meetings, professional development trainings, check-ins, and debriefs and respond to all emails and Zoom chats in a timely manner.
• Responsiveness to Coaching and Feedback – Meet with your assigned instructional coach (Lead Instructor) at least twice during the semester to receive and implement feedback and recommendations from their classroom observations.  

Courses:

Bootcamp (Summer) is an intensive 2-week program with a focus on college admissions for 12th grade Scholars. Associate Instructors will support both Writing and Advisory courses for 12th Grade Bootcamp:

• Writing course: College Application Writing Part I
• In this unit, Scholars will review previous college essay writing, learn more about the ins and outs of college essays and college level writing, and generate new material.They will solidify which personal statement they are moving forward with (a previous one or a new one), draft and revise it significantly, write a new supplement and collect supplement prompts, and create a plan for fall application essays. At the end of the course, they will share their strategy for completing writing in the fall semester in a brief presentation.
• Advisory course: Bootcamp Advisory
• Bootcamp is both a bridge between Scholars and the Fall semester and a launch pad for the college application season. In this unit, Scholars will learn more about the most crucial parts of the college research and application process so they can start finalizing their college list based on schools that are social, academic, and financial matches. They will complete 90% of the Common Application, make a list of at least 12 schools to apply to, and make a decision of what early pathway to take in the college process.

Sites: 

Bootcamp takes place at this partner site:

• LIU Brooklyn, (1 University Plaza, Brooklyn)

Occasionally, Orientations and/or Friday Professional Development for all grade assignments will be held at the SEO Office:

• 55 Exchange Place, New York, NY (Financial District)

Dates:

• Bootcamp Instructor Orientation: Tuesday, August 4, 5:00-7:00pm on Zoom
• Bootcamp: 8/10-8/14, 8/17-8/21

 

2-SEMESTER PREFERENCE

This role will also be available for the Fall Saturday Academy semester, which continues the focus on college admissions and application writing on a weekly basis with similar on-site requirements, daily schedule, responsibilities, and courses (College Application Writing Part II for all roles; Fall Advisory for Associate Instructors only).

Preference will be given to candidates who can commit to both Boot Camp and Fall semesters. However, you may also apply for only one semester. Please indicate which you are applying for (both Boot Camp and Fall, only Boot Camp, or only Fall). 

Sites: 

Fall Saturday Academy takes place in person at the following sites:

• LIU Brooklyn, (1 University Plaza, Brooklyn)
• SEO Office (55 Exchange Place, New York, NY)

Fall Dates: 

• Fall Instructor Orientation: Wednesday, September 2, 5:00-7:00pm on Zoom
• Saturday Academy: 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24,10/31, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12
• Writing Center and Application Workshops: There are some additional weekday afternoon/evening support workshops scheduled by instructor availability

 

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in content related field
• Teaching certification, K-12 classroom teaching experience, and/or experience teaching at the college or university level
• Expertise and depth of knowledge with college application writing, ELA curricula, high school writing curricula, or is in a graduate degree program for writing
• This position requires the use of a reliable personal laptop. Seasonal instructors must have access to their own device that meets basic technology requirements to carry out all instructional and administrative duties.
• Experience working with high school-aged students
• Comfortable with navigating technological learning systems

Preferred: 

• Expertise and depth of knowledge in the college admissions process and scholarship programs
• Understanding and practice of student-centered pedagogy
• Knowledge and experience with Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• Certifications, PD course completions, and/or tertiary education in Instructional Technologies

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Associate Instructors are compensated on a competitive hourly rate scale at $40/hour. This position averages 34 hours per week. The compensation listed reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

This 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, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities – are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment. 

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status. 

If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent. 

THE ORGANIZATION 

Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) is an educational non-profit founded on the belief that talent is everywhere; but opportunity is not. Our programs are designed to educate, train, mentor, and amplify the voices of our participants to give them a seat at the table – every table. We propel human potential. 

SEO is an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational career opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results. 

Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/.