High School Youth Program Instructor: International Law
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Job No: 510853
Division/Organization: Division of Continuing Studies
Department: Precollege Academic Programs
Job Type: UW Student Assistant
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: UW-Madison Campus
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $4,100
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Digital Technology, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Education and Training, Child Development and Care, Customer Service, STEM, Career Management, Honoring Context and Culture
Department Overview:
Badger Precollege, Division of Continuing Studies
Anticipated Start Date:
Sunday, June 28th, 2026
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
Friday, July 17th, 2026
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 30 Maximum: 40
Schedule:
All Staff Training: Saturday, June 13th 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM ALP Opening Sunday: Sunday, June 28th 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Program Dates: Monday, June 29th – Friday, July 17th Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
Minimum: $4,100 Lump Sum Maximum: $4,100 Lump Sum
Number of Positions:
1
Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Education or content related field ● 2 years of teaching experience with precollege students preferred. Student teaching experience will be considered. ● Graduate level coursework, completed or in progress, is preferred. ● Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver engaging content to high school students is preferred. ● Strong communication skills and ability to work well with students, administration, and support staff ● Experience planning and modifying curriculum to meet the needs of all students ● Respect for individual differences and individuality.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
A successful high school instructor and curriculum developer blends academic expertise, instructional design, and interpersonal skills. They must be both architects of learning experiences and mentors who inspire students, ensuring the curriculum is rigorous, engaging, and aligned with future academic pathways. ● Teaching experience working with high school students ● Subject matter expertise and deep understanding of discipline ● Knowledge of learning theories, pedagogy and adolescent development ● Awareness of digital tools, learning management systems (Canvas), and emerging educational technologies.
Position Summary/Job Duties:
Instructor and curriculum reviewer for the International Law and Policymaking course for the Accelerated Learning Program. Program dates are June 28th - July 17th, 2026. The instructor’s main role in the program is to design curriculum and be a teacher and a facilitator of learning. Instructors can expect to work with a class size of up to 18 high school students. Course description listed below: What role do non-governmental organizations and transnational actors play in shaping global policies? How do states balance national interests with international obligations? How does international law address global challenges? In this course, you'll dive into the intricacies of international law and policy making, exploring the legal frameworks that govern the relationships between states and various international and global entities. By investigating critical global issues through lectures, case studies, and discussions, you'll develop the tools to critically assess international legal issues and understand the forces that shape policy decisions on the world stage. The course will culminate in a project where students will analyze a current international legal issue and propose policy solutions, synthesizing the knowledge gained throughout the course. Whether you aspire to work in international law, policy-making, or global advocacy, this course will provide the intellectual foundation and practical insights to engage meaningfully with global legal and policy challenges. Instructors are responsible for: ● Developing (or modifying) an engaging course with activities and lessons designed to provide high quality and fast-paced learning for advanced high school students. ● Reviewing curriculum following Badger Precollege templates and process (Complete Syllabus including course information, weekly schedule, daily lesson plans, presentation slides, and materials.) ● Completing all hiring requirements and trainings required by Human Resources at the UW-Madison ● Participating in staff orientation before the program begins ● Attending instructor check in meetings scheduled throughout the program. ● Attending opening and closing day events June 28th and July 17th, 2026 ● Leading daily instructional sessions M-F 9:00-: 3:00pm, June 29th - July 17th, 2026, for a group of 8-18 students ● Completing post program student evaluation materials. Instructors can expect to teach eager, curious students with a strong interest in the subject matter. For more information, please visit our website at https://precollege.wisc.edu/alp.
Physical Demands:
N/A
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu
Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Advertised: December 08, 2025 09:00 AM Central Standard Time
Applications close: January 09, 2026 11:55 PM Central Standard Time
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