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
In this course, you'll explore how statistics plays a crucial role in the world of finance. From understanding how financial markets work to learning how to manage risk and make predictions, this course introduces you to the tools that finance professionals use every day. Whether you're interested in stocks, investment strategies, or risk management, you'll gain a solid foundation in how to analyze financial data and make informed decisions using statistical methods.Throughout the course, you'll work with real-world financial data, apply statistical techniques like probability and regression, and explore the basics of portfolio management and/or market trends. You’ll also participate in group projects, stock market simulations, and case studies that help bring the theory to life. By the end of the course, you'll not only understand how statistics and finance are connected, but you’ll also have the skills to analyze financial information and even predict future trends. Whether you're considering a career in finance, economics, or data science, this course will give you a head start and a deeper understanding of the power of numbers in the business world.Prerequisites: Students should have basic knowledge of statistics and probability mathematical concepts. Course Schedules
Summer A: June 30th to July 18th - 9:10am-11am & 1:10pm-3pm EST (no class July 4th)
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
