Math Instructor, BCSP

Job Description:

The Brown Collegiate Scholars Program (BCSP) is a four-year year-round college access program for students living and learning in Providence. The Program seeks to empower academically motivated public school students who live and learn in Providence to explore their interests and strengthen their academic preparation in order to identify, select, afford and attend colleges that align with their aspirations. As a reflection of the University’s approach to student-centered learning, focus will be on developing student agency as a means for self-reflection, exploration, and self-determination. Particular attention will be focused on serving students who are the first in their families to go to college and/or who have limited financial resources.

There are 25-30 students in each year’s cohort, and these students continue together as a community through the four years of the program. In each of the four summers of the program, BCSP students participate in immersive four-week educational programming on the Brown University campus. Students commute to campus for the first two summers and are residential in the last two summers. These four weeks include English Language Arts (ELA) and Math classes, as well as workshops and activities focused on Social Emotional Learning, Youth Development and College Access.

Reporting to the BCSP Curriculum and Student Support Manager, the Math Instructor works to develop students’ academic and interpersonal skills through an Algebra course of study, implemented in accordance with the Brown Collegiate Scholars Program curriculum. The Program Instructor creates a safe and optimal learning environment; addresses specific educational needs of students; documents teaching and student progress, activities and outcomes; and provides feedback to students, parents/guardians and the BCSP Curriculum and Student Support Manager regarding student progress.

MAJOR TASKS:

• Plan and deliver lesson plans and supplemental materials to support the existing math curriculum

• Perform tasks in preparation for the class, such as identifying and posting material in Canvas or acquiring course materials for students, when needed

• Create a positive and safe learning environment by maintaining a classroom that is conducive to learning, establishing clear expectations and rules, and managing student behavior

• Lead and facilitate discussion sections during class

• Differentiate instruction by adapting lessons to meet the needs of each individual student, including those with special needs

• Incorporate technology into lessons, including the use of computers and other digital resources, as appropriate

• Ensure that students are engaging with and mastering the material by working closely with students in study groups or small tutorials, as appropriate

• Provide students with feedback on assignments in a timely and effective manner

• Assess student learning and evaluate student progress

• Attend daily staff meetings and daily morning huddles with the BCSP team

• Work with Teaching Assistant hired to support the course

• Support student(s) during the open period scheduled block

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5 years of teaching experience in an urban school setting

• Bachelors degree required

• Masters degree preferred

• RIDE Certification Requirements: Secondary Grades Math Teacher, Grades 7-12

• ESL Certification Preferred

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Benefits of Working at Brown:

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Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-23

Job Posting Title:

Math Instructor, BCSP

Department:

Pre-College & Undergraduate Programs

Grade:

Ungraded Staff

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Position Work Location:

Onsite

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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