The NYUAD Community Programs
NYU Abu Dhabi Summer Academy
The Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Scholars Program
Job Title: Academic Fellow
Appointment type: Full-time (12-mos.); Academic
Proposed start date: June 1, 2014
Location: This position is located in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Program Overview:
NYU and NYUAD currently operate two major community outreach programs. The Sheikh
Mohamed Scholars Program (“SMSP”), established in 2008, is a coeducational program that offers
a select cohort of talented university students unique access to specially designed courses, lectures,
leadership experiences over the course of the academic year, and networking, graduate school
opportunities and scholarships following graduation from the program. It conducts a competitive
annual selection process and accepts Scholars from among the most outstanding students at the
three national UAE universities: Zayed University, the United Arab Emirates University, and
Higher Colleges of Technology. The Scholars Program has been developed in close consultation
with the Abu Dhabi Education Council, participating universities, and New York University Abu
Dhabi. The SMSP offers courses and enrichment programs that scholars take in addition to their
own courses of study at their home institutions. The four SMSP courses are: one principal
academic class (Supreme Court and the Religious Clause OR American Foreign Policy), Critical
Thinking and Persuasive Writing, and Leadership Development and Public Speaking.
The NYUAD Summer Academy, launched in 2011, is a coeducational college preparatory
program designed to enhance the academic profile of highly motivated Emirati high school
students from public and private high schools in Abu Dhabi who are about to start their 11th year.
The program features intensive instruction in Critical Writing and Thinking, Mathematical
Reasoning, Test Preparation, and Leadership Development and Public Speaking over the course of
two summers, an intervening academic year, and a final semester in the fall of their 12th year. Each
summer, students receive approximately three weeks of daily instruction at the NYUAD campus
before traveling to Florence, Italy (1st summer) and New York City (2nd summer) for
approximately ten days of classes and cross-cultural experiences.
To apply to this posting, please go to http://nyuad.nyu.edu/about/careers/faculty-positions.html.
For more information about the programs, please visit: nyuad.nyu.edu.
Position Summary:
The NYUAD Community Programs seek a motivated and experienced individual to provide
academic support to the high-school- and college-age students who are studying in the Sheikh
Mohamed bin Zayed Scholars Program and the NYUAD Summer Academy. This individual will
reside in Abu Dhabi year-round and serve as an instructor, academic coach, and resource in the
following ways: leading recitation and enrichment sessions, meeting one-on-one with students, and
accompanying the SMSP and Summer Academy students on international trips. Working closely
with the Academic Director, lead faculty, and program staff, the SMSP/SA Academic Fellow will
work to ensure the academic success of all enrolled students, and, when requested, alumni.
Responsibilities:
During the academic year, in close collaboration with the Faculty and Assistant Instructors:
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Lead Critical Thinking and Writing class recitation sessions once per week for two sections of
Summer Academy high school students (one 11th grade and one 12th grade) enrolled at the Military
High School throughout the academic year
Teach Critical Thinking and Writing to one section of tenth-grade students once per week at the
Military High School
Serve as lead liaison with students in the preparation of applications to college and/or graduate
school, meeting one-on-one with students to assist in the preparation of their personal statements,
and working closely with the Academic Director and staff to ensure timely submission and receipt
of materials
Serve as Teaching Assistant for the “What Makes a Great Leader?” Course
Meet individually with SMSP Scholars and/or SA students in need of assistance with their written
assignments
Conduct workshops on reading, writing, and other skills as necessary for SA students and/or SMSP
Scholars
Assist in grading Finalists’ writing exercise papers submitted during SA and SMSP Selection Days
Proctor practice standardized exams to SA students throughout the year and provide administrative
support to SAT Tutors for pre- and post-test instruction.
During the academic year, in close collaboration with the SMSP/SA Administrative Team:
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A minimum of eight hours per week are expected for in-office administrative support; projects to
be assigned as necessary.
While the Summer Academy is in session, in close collaboration with the Faculty for Critical
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Serve as Teaching Assistant for the Leadership Development & Public Speaking course
Meet individually with students during study hall, meals, breaks, and in the evenings to assist with
reading and homework assignments
Advise students on the development of individualized college application plans, in conjunction
with Summer Academy and NYUAD admissions staff
Assist instructors in class with group work and with judging presentations, as necessary
Assist chaperones with supervision of students during co-curricular activities in Abu Dhabi and at
a designated global site (Florence, Italy or New York)
Requirements:
Master’s degree in TESOL, international education, or other related field
Willingness to live and work in Abu Dhabi
Experience teaching high school- and/or college-age students in a relevant discipline (e.g. English,
writing, critical thinking, etc.)
Interest or experience working in a multi-cultural, collaborative environment
Outstanding interpersonal skills
Ability to supervise high school or college students in a co-curricular setting
Salary:
A competitive salary and benefit package (including stipends for housing and transportation, health
insurance, and travel) will be offered in addition to salary.
To Apply:
Please forward a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a writing sample of up to five pages, and the names
and contact information for three references. Questions and comments can be forwarded to the
Academic Director, Dr. Laurie Behringer: laurie.behringer@nyu.edu.
NYU Abu Dhabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.