Pre-College Instructor, Urban Planning and Design (On-Campus), Summer 2024

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Job Description

Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach on-campus (i.e., in person) courses during Summer ’24. 

Please Note: Course(s) and course availability is subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change. 

Sessions:

Summer A: June 24th - July 12th (Classes do not meet on July 4th)

Class Times: 

11:10am-1pm & 3:10-5pm

Course description:

Making urban areas livable, sustainable, and desirable is a top priority for governmental bodies, economists, business leaders, realtors, and many other key stakeholders. Shaping the way our society operates is a big job, and it’s why urban planning is such a sought-after career. Becoming an urban planner requires a combination of sophisticated skills that includes architecture, engineering, and design. Through this course, students will explore the fundamentals of urban planning, learn how to build effective communities, and discuss the best practices of working with land (including infrastructure, water, and air) to design healthy, happy, and in-demand habitats. Additionally, students will explore how transportation, business districts, and environmental concerns impact development.

By the end of the course, students will have an acumen for discussing history, theory, and pressing social issues that impact both real estate and residents’ quality of life. Note: This class will focus on this topic from a United States perspective.

Learning Objectives: 

Identify the key stakeholders involved in any urban planning and design project.

Discuss how economic, architectural, and business theories and framework apply to the field. 

Explore social, racial and equality issues that impact urban planning. 

Map potential developmental areas in the United States based on course learnings.

Responsibilities:

Develop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work

Lead and attend all in-person class sessions

Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored for our high school population

Evaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course ends

Monitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 20-24 students)

Attend and complete all required online trainings