Pre-College Instructor, Introduction to Architectural Design and Theory (On-Campus), Summer 2025

Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs for High School Students is seeking qualified candidates to develop and teach on-campus courses during Summer ’25. Reporting to the Senior Director of Instruction and Curriculum for Pre-College Programs, Pre-College Instructors develop and deliver immersive non-credit courses for high-achieving high school students. They guide and supervise students when classes are in session, and write a holistic evaluation of each course participant after classes conclude. For more information on the program–including course sessions and times–please see here.Course Description

This intensive course introduces architectural design processes and key concepts in architectural history and theory. Through making and critiques, participants will learn to use architectural drawing techniques and modeling, to develop and communicate design ideas by completing studio-based exercises. Students will also be introduced to significant design work, interrogate important readings, and grapple with relevant discussions in architecture, all with a New York City lens. Coursework will be enhanced by real world exposure to the field, which may include architectural tours, site visits, and experiences with practitioners.

By the end of the course, students will look at buildings with a new perspective, have a better understanding of architectural pathways and futures within the discipline, and leave with a design project that can form the basis of a portfolio.Course Schedules

Summer A: June 30th to July 18th - 9:10am-11:00am & 1:10pm-3:00pm EST (no class July 4th)

                              -OR-

Summer B: July 22nd - August 8th - 11:10am - 1:00pm & 3:10pm - 5:00pm EST 

Please Note: Course(s) and course availability is subject to change. Dates and class times are tentative and subject to change.ResponsibilitiesDevelop course content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work, in accordance with Pre-College templates and regulationsLead and attend all class sessions, including escorting students to and from campus for field trips Establish and maintain a dynamic in-class environment tailored for our high school populationEvaluate student work and write a holistic evaluation of each participant after the course endsMonitor and address student concerns and inquiries (you will have around 20-24 students)Attend and complete all required online trainings