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ASP (Advanced Studies Program) Intern Teacher- GENEROUS STIPEND AS WELL AS FREE ROOM, BOARD, FOOD AND TRAVEL EXPENSES!

ASP Intern 


RESPONSIBILITIES
A great opportunity for those interested in education, ASP interns do a substantial amount of teaching and tutoring in cooperation with the master teacher to whom they are assigned. The pairing of interns and faculty is done early enough so that they can communicate and plan before the program begins. Orientation, beginning mid-June, prepares interns for their responsibilities in and out of the classroom.

In addition to teaching and tutoring in cooperation with the master teacher, the interns live in dormitories along with students, other interns, and a house supervisor. Four afternoons a week interns oversee and instruct students in various sports and activities. Interns’ responsibilities include house supervision and library supervision on a regular basis. Interns also assist with the college advising program.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should demonstrate a genuine interest in being a member of a community of learners, a willingness to work hard, and a solid academic record.The Advanced Studies Program Internship includes a generous stipend as well as room, board and travel expenses. Prior to the program start, applicants must pass a criminal background check (to include fingerprinting). Applicants must also provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Applicants must be in at least their second year of college to apply. Education courses are not a prerequisite. 

APPLYING
The deadline for applications for ASP 2023 is February 15, 2023. Positions are filled on a rolling basis beginning January 1. Selection of ASP interns is usually completed by the end of March. Please direct inquiries to asp@sps.edu.

Please upload your current resume. 

Make arrangements with your college early enough so that a current transcript can be mailed no later than February 15. 

Please also submit two letters of recommendation (three preferred) from people who know you well. At least one should be from faculty or staff in the field in which you wish to teach. The second and optional third may be from another professor, employer, coach, teacher, or other supervisor. 
Upload a Personal Statement: In no more than 2 pages, please explain why you are interested in working with high school students, specifically at the ASP. What compels you to apply for this position and how do you understand the value of the ASP internship program as a component of your career journey?

Answer the following questions in less than 300 words:

  1. Please describe a time that you witnessed great teaching or learning. Reflect upon specific aspects of this experience that shape your understanding of “great teaching or learning.” 
  2. ASP interns occupy a liminal space between faculty and student which poses unique challenges as well as opportunities. The role requires maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries with students who are close to you in age. Please describe an experience that you’ve had in upholding rules or boundaries or speaking up when even doing so was challenging. What was the situation and how did you address it?