Overview:

IMSA is committed to equity and excellence, including the active recruitment of students from all areas of Illinois. IMSA’s PROMISE Program addresses the unique challenges of culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse (CLED) students who have an interest in STEM education by providing academic enrichment programming at low to no cost. This grant-funded program is open to all students, especially Black or African American students, Latinx students, students who qualify for the national free or reduced-price meal program, as well as students from rural Illinois counties. The PROMISE Program consists of three grade-based experiences serving students 7th -9th grade.

Currently, we are seeking instructors for the spring 2027 PROMISE Program which serves non-IMSA students currently enrolled in the 7th and 8th grade. The program will run on 7 designated Saturday sessions. In this program, candidates will work with students that have varying academic backgrounds.

Program Dates and Details:

• Expected work hours: Saturdays 8:30AM - 12pm for 7th grade and 12:30pm 4:30PM for 8th grade
• Tentative First Day: Dec 1, 2026
• Address of Employment:  Dominican University - Chicago Campus 1815 S. Paulina St. Chicago, IL 60608
• Session Dates:
  • January 30 (Family Orientation 9am - 10am for 7th and 11am - 12pm for 8th)
  • February 13
  • February 27
  • March 13
  • March 27
  • April 3
  • April 10
  • April 24

• Maximum number of participants:
• 7th Grade: 45
• 8th Grade: 45 

Program Schedule:

• Three 60 minute classes each session consisting of approximately 15 students per
• Class 2 will be designated for a snack break for both grade levels
• Schedule:

Expectations:

• Develop a daily lesson This may include approved original curriculum, activities used in previous years, or curriculum provided by the Outreach department.
• Lead lecture and hands on activities
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and encouraging environment for participating students

Stipend:

• $44.00 per hour

Positions:

• Math 7 and Math 8
• Science 7 and Science 8
• Business 7 and AI 8

To apply, please email Samantha Rivera Miller, sriveramiller@imsa.edu.