Contract Instructor for Summer 2025 and SY25-26

Prelude is seeking a part-time Instructor (Contract Position) to support our growing programs. We are a remote team, delivering a mix of in-person and virtual coursework to students in five cities.

Timeline & Commitment

April-May 2025

Shadowing SY24-25 Programming

• 5-10 total hours (remote or in-person; TBD based on availability and location)

July 2025

Onboarding and Prep

• 15 total hours (remote, flexible)

August 2025

Prep and In-Person Instruction

• 20-30 hours per week
• 8-12 days of travel required in August to at least two Prelude regions (Newark, NJ; Camden, NJ; Los Angeles, CA; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC). Dates will be set in advance and travel expenses will be reimbursed.

September 2025 - May 2026

Virtual Instruction and Student Support

• Average of 5 hours per week, following school year schedule
• Inclusive of 2-3 one-hour class sessions per week on a fixed schedule during the school day hours
• Hours may flex up to 10 hours per week during a few peak times for student check-ins, grading, and periodic travel for instruction or presentations
• Remote, with opportunities for travel throughout the year

About Prelude

Prelude partners with high schools and companies to create work-based learning experiences that help students develop the skills, experiences and networks to pursue upwardly-mobile careers. Our mission is to accelerate students into purpose-filled lives that lead to economic freedom.

Our Learn and Earn Internship Program provides high school students with year-long, paid internships at leading companies. These internships give students the opportunity to develop professional skills, gain meaningful work experience, and explore career pathways. Students begin their internship in the summer with a 1-2 week onboarding called Induction (view a sample intern induction schedule here). In the fall, interns are assigned to a team and work in their internship roles 6-10 hours per week for the duration of the school year.

In parallel to their internship, students take an academic Intern Seminar course, delivered by a Prelude instructor. Intern Seminar is designed to equip students with key professional skills such as communication, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving. This course provides a supportive learning environment where students can reflect on their internship experiences, receive feedback, and build confidence in their professional abilities.

Role Overview

As Prelude grows to support students at a growing number of internship sites in SY25-26, we’re seeking a dedicated Instructor to support summer Induction and school year Intern Seminar instruction. This role involves a mix of in-person and virtual instruction, as well as supporting student development throughout the year.

Responsibilities

April-July 2025 (~25 hours total)

• Complete onboarding activities and shadow Managing Director of Programs
• Understand the Prelude Learn and Earn Internship Model
• Become familiar with Intern Seminar curriculum and Prelude corporate and high school partners

August 2025 (20-30 hours/week)

• Lead in-person induction sessions on-site at corporate partners
• Facilitate virtual induction sessions

September-May (~5 hours/week)

• Lead weekly virtual Intern Seminar cohorts (2-3 one-hour class sessions per week on a fixed schedule during the school day)
• Conduct weekly prep for instruction (1-2 hours per week)
• Provide ongoing student support for assigned cohorts to ensure all students are thriving in their internship placements
• Support curriculum development, grading, and updates as needed
• Assist with LMS (Canvas) management and maintenance
• Serve as representative of the Prelude team, liaising with high schools and corporate partners as needed

Qualifications

The right candidate for this position possesses the following skills and experiences:

• Exceptional classroom instructor in both in-person and virtual settings
• Experience in student support for high school-aged student population
• Experience teaching content related to career-readiness and/or professional skills development for 16-18 year old students in urban, lower-income communities
• Experience maintaining strong partnerships; experience with a diverse stakeholders across sectors (education, corporate) is a plus
• Familiarity with Canvas or other LMS platforms, Zoom, Google Drive, and other remote collaboration tools

Compensation

Consultant will track hours and invoice on a monthly basis. The hourly rate for this role is $85-120 per hour, commensurate with experience.