Program Manager – Inside Tutoring Programs at Rikers Island
The Petey Greene Program, New York

About Us:
The Petey Greene Program supports the academic goals of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people through high-quality volunteer tutoring programs, while educating volunteers on the injustice manifest in our carceral system.

We envision a world in which all incarcerated people have access to high-quality academic programs and we strive to inspire our alumni - both students and tutors - to become advocates, and to take on leadership roles that reimagine the criminal legal system. 

The PGP operates the largest multi-state volunteer tutoring program for currently and formerly incarcerated people. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve served over 21,000 students across more than 140 programming sites—including correctional and reentry programs—placed over 9,000 volunteers, and partnered with 40+ universities in seven states and Washington, D.C.

The PGP is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, but the majority of our 40 employees are based across the Northeast in regions where the PGP holds programming. 

The Role: 
The Program Manager - Inside Tutoring Programs at Rikers Island will be responsible for ensuring the provision of high-quality training and support for incarcerated tutors at Rikers Island, as part of the launch of PGP educational programming at Rikers Island. 

The Program Manager will collaborate with PGP colleagues and NYCDOC administrators to design and implement an Inside Tutor Program that empowers incarcerated individuals to serve as academic leaders and mentors for their peers, while providing high-quality and accessible tutoring support to students enrolled in educational programming at Rikers Island. The Program Manager will regularly facilitate the PGP’s Inside Tutor Training –  addressing tutoring methods, literacy and math pedagogy, as well as trauma-informed practice and educational ethics – to prepare incarcerated mentors to serve as peer tutors on Rikers Island. The Program Manager will also provide ongoing support for trained tutors, including leading follow-up trainings, facilitating regular meetings with inside tutors, and providing instructional coaching or other support as needed.

The Program Manager will regularly collaborate and coordinate with other PGP program managers focused on GED, ELL, college-readiness, and outside volunteer tutors to incorporate inside tutor support into PGP-led programming. The role will also monitor tutor and student engagement, ensure continuous program improvement, and utilize data to improve and report on student outcomes. Finally, the Program Manager will work closely with NYCDOC programs and education staff to ensure compliance with requirements related to operating programming across the Rikers Island complex. The Program Manager reports to the PGP’s Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs and will collaborate closely with PGP national team members focused on PGP’s Inside Tutor Training Program.

Candidates will reside in the greater New York City area. The role is primarily on-site at Rikers Island, with the expectation that the Program Manager will be in-person at Rikers Island four days per week, along with one work-from-home day.

This position is grant-funded through December 2028, with the possibility of renewal dependent on renewal of funding. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Regional Programming Responsibilities
• Collaborates with New York and PGP national program staff to develop and implement a new PGP Inside Tutor Program at Rikers Island
• Oversees the week-to-week operations of PGP’s Inside Tutor Program at Rikers Island, monitoring high-level trends, and troubleshooting challenges
• In collaboration with the PGP’s Director of Curriculum and Training, adjust and adapt the program model as needed to ensure ongoing alignment with partner and student needs as well as to adapt to transient nature of the facility’s population
• Lead frequent on-unit Inside Tutor Trainings to prepare and continue to support incarcerated individuals serving as peer tutors
• Provide ongoing support to trained tutors at Rikers Island, including leading follow-up trainings, facilitating regular meetings and providing instructional coaching
• Collaborate with PGP colleagues to incorporate inside tutors into PGP-led educational programming to offer supplementary and 1-on-1 support to incarcerated students
• Conduct regular observations and monitor Inside Tutor Program data to ensure consistent implementation of processes and accurate data across programs, as well as timely collection, reporting, and sharing of data between the PGP and NYCDOC
• Works with the Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs and PGP’s New York Program staff to track and collect programmatic data and provide reports to partners and funders
• Builds and maintains relationships with NYCDOC stakeholders, including programs and education teams
• Identify and share educational resources with soon-to-be-released inside tutors, to support in the continuation of their educational journey 
• On in-person days, participate in daily on-site meetings with PGP’s Rikers team members to align services, ensure coordinated student support, and collectively navigate daily work inside a carceral space

National Organizational Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the PGP’s Director of Curriculum and Training to document the Inside Tutor Program model at Rikers and advise on implementation of similar programming across the PGP's other regions
• Participates in and prepares for weekly meetings with the regional team and all PGP staff

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience providing direct instruction, coaching, or training facilitation
• At least 3 years of related experience in educational program management
• Previous managerial experience, preferably managing teachers or tutors
• Experience in instructional coaching or facilitating professional development for educators
• Experience with and knowledge of tutor-centric educational programs
• Familiarity with adult learning theory, culturally responsive pedagogy, and trauma-informed teaching practices
• Exceptional facility, and proven track record, with interpreting programmatic data and implementing metrics-driven approaches to program management  
• Ability to adjust communication style for various stakeholders (incarcerated students, correctional facility administrators, university or other educational partners, volunteer tutors, etc.)
• Ability to develop, implement and adapt processes to meet program needs while remaining aligned with current organizational systems
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to problem solve
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Calendar  
• Awareness of issues related to mass incarceration and broader social justice concerns.
• Must be able to be cleared to enter NYCDOC facilities (if you have concerns about this requirement, we encourage you to still submit an application or reach out to us so we can discuss further)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred
• Experience with blended learning programs or otherwise integrating online learning platforms with in-person instruction
• Ability to develop and adapt processes for low-tech/no-tech environments
• Experience working with or knowledge of the New York City Department of Corrections as an employee, partner, or a formerly incarcerated person.
• Experience leading educational programming in carceral environments 
• Experience working with New York City community-based organizations focused on supporting formerly incarcerated people
• Experience collaborating with higher education institutions
• An understanding of the US criminal legal system and local policies. 

The Petey Greene Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its personnel decisions based on race, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/domestic partner status, religion, age, disability status, veteran status, or former incarceration status.

We are committed to ongoing learning and reflection and we are continuously working to ensure that the Petey Greene Program is welcoming and supportive of staff members of all identities, including system-impacted people, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ people. We also believe that this work should be led by system-impacted people, whose perspectives and direct knowledge of the problems are necessary to achieving freedom and educational justice.

Compensation:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $68,000-$72,000 

Benefits:

• The Petey Greene Program’s staff make our work possible and we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support employee’s well-being and professional growth. These benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with the PGP covering 60% (dental and vision) to 82% (medical) of premiums
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401k retirement plan with 1% employer contribution
• Voluntary benefits offered including Pet Insurance and FSA Commuter and Transit Benefits
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid winter break between Christmas and New Year’s day, in addition to 10 paid holidays throughout the year
• Full-time employees accrue 20 days of vacation time, 1 floating holiday, and 12 days of sick time per year 
• PGP closes at 1 PM on Fridays from June through August
• Dedicated funds for employees to use towards professional development each year
• Monthly technology reimbursement
• Access to a local coworking space 

Application Deadlines:

• Preferred: May 10, 2026 (We encourage applicants to apply by this date for priority review)
• Final:  May 22, 2026

Anticipated Start: June 2026

How to apply
Please email [email protected] with the subject “Program Manager – Inside Tutoring Programs at Rikers Island” and the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover letter (applications without a cover letter will not be considered)

Program Manager – College Bridge Programs at Rikers Island
The Petey Greene Program, New York

About Us:
The Petey Greene Program supports the academic goals of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people through high-quality volunteer tutoring programs, while educating volunteers on the injustice manifest in our carceral system.

We envision a world in which all incarcerated people have access to high-quality academic programs and we strive to inspire our alumni - both students and tutors - to become advocates, and to take on leadership roles that reimagine the criminal legal system. 

The PGP operates the largest multi-state volunteer tutoring program for currently and formerly incarcerated people. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve served over 21,000 students across more than 140 programming sites—including correctional and reentry programs—placed over 9,000 volunteers, and partnered with 40+ universities in seven states and Washington, D.C.

The PGP is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, but the majority of our 40 employees are based across the Northeast in regions where the PGP holds programming. 

The Role: 
The Program Manager - College Bridge Programs at Rikers Island will be responsible for ensuring the provision of high-quality college-readiness programming for incarcerated students at Rikers Island, as part of the launch of PGP educational programming at Rikers Island. 

The Program Manager will collaborate with PGP colleagues and NYCDOC administrators to adapt and implement the PGP’s College Bridge Program at Rikers Island to meet both the needs of interested students and comply with requirements related to operating programming across the Rikers Island complex.  The PGP’s College Program consists of a math course and a writing, reading, and critical thinking course aimed at helping students to develop the writing, reading, and numeracy skills necessary to pursue employment and post-secondary education while fostering a sense of educational self-efficacy and self-confidence. Ultimately, the role will lead and manage a team of college bridge instructors who will be delivering small-group college-readiness instruction in math and writing to students on the unit. In addition, the Program Manager will monitor student engagement, incorporate PGP tutor support into the college bridge programming, ensure continuous program improvement, and utilize data to improve and report on student outcomes. 

The Program Manager will regularly collaborate and coordinate with other PGP program managers focused on GED, ELL, college-readiness, and tutoring support, in addition to Rikers Island programs and education staff and local higher education in prison programs. The Program Manager reports to the PGP’s Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs and will collaborate closely with PGP’s national team members focused on the College Bridge Program.

Candidates will reside in the greater New York City area. The role is primarily on-site at Rikers Island, with the expectation that the Program Manager will be in-person at Rikers Island four days per week, along with one work-from-home day.

This position is grant-funded through December 2028, with the possibility of renewal dependent on renewal of funding. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Regional Programming Responsibilities

• Collaborates with New York and PGP national program staff to adapt and implement the PGP’s College Bridge Program at Rikers Island
• Oversees the week-to-week operations of PGP’s college-readiness programming at Rikers Island, including course coordination as well as monitoring high-level trends, and troubleshooting challenges
• In collaboration with the PGP’s Higher Education Partnerships Manager, adjust the program model and College Bridge Program curriculum and materials as needed to ensure ongoing alignment with partner and student needs
• Lead and support a team of college bridge instructors, offering small-group on-unit college-readiness instruction to students in both writing and math
• Incorporate PGP’s traditional model of volunteer tutors into PGP’s College Bridge Program at Rikers Island to offer supplementary and 1-on-1 support to incarcerated students
• Regularly monitors College Bridge Program data to ensure consistent implementation of processes and accurate data across programs, as well as timely collection, reporting, and sharing of data between the PGP and NYCDOC
• Conduct regular teaching observations, review representative samples of student assignments and analyze student feedback to ensure program quality and consistency with national College Bridge model, in collaboration with the PGP’s Higher Education Partnerships Manager
• Support in hiring, onboarding, and scheduling instructors to lead PGP college-readiness programming in both math and writing at Rikers Island
• In collaboration with the PGP’s Higher Education Partnerships Manager, support professional development of instructional staff, including development of their own teaching practice as well as navigating daily work inside a carceral space
• Works with the Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs and PGP’s New York Program staff to track and collect programmatic data and provide reports to partners and funders
• Builds and maintains relationships with NYCDOC stakeholders, including programs and education teams
• Fosters relationships with higher education in prison programs at Rikers Island, as well as higher education institutions in the community, to establish pipelines to college enrollment for program alumni
• Identify and maintain a list of higher education resources in the community to be shared with soon-to-be-released students to support in the continuation of their educational journey
• On in-person days, participate in daily on-site meetings with PGP’s Rikers team members to align services, ensure coordinated student support, and collectively navigate daily work inside a carceral space

National Organizational Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the PGP’s Higher Education Partnerships Manager to document the College Bridge Program model at Rikers and advise on implementation of similar programming across the PGP's other regions
• Participates in and prepares for weekly meetings with the regional team and all PGP staff

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, Mathematics, Education or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience providing direct student instruction in foundational math or writing at the college or AP-level
• Previous experience in curriculum development at the college or AP-level
• At least 3 years of related experience in academic program management, as a teaching team lead, or in a similar leadership role
• Previous managerial experience, preferably managing teachers, instructors, and/or educational staff
• Experience working in or collaborating with higher education institutions
• Familiarity with foundational rhetoric and composition and/or math pedagogy, adult learning theory, culturally responsive pedagogy, and trauma-informed teaching practices
• Exceptional facility, and proven track record, with interpreting programmatic data and implementing metrics-driven approaches to program management  
• Ability to adjust communication style for various stakeholders (incarcerated students, correctional facility administrators, university or other educational partners, volunteer tutors, etc.)
• Ability to develop, implement and adapt processes to meet program needs while remaining aligned with current organizational systems
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to problem solve
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Calendar  
• Awareness of issues related to mass incarceration and broader social justice concerns.
• Must be able to be cleared to enter NYCDOC facilities (if you have concerns about this requirement, we encourage you to still submit an application or reach out to us so we can discuss further)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in English, Mathematics, Education or a related field
• Experience with blended learning programs or otherwise integrating online learning platforms with in-person instruction
• Ability to develop and adapt processes for low-tech/no-tech environments
• Experience in instructional coaching or facilitating professional development for educators
• Experience working with or knowledge of the New York City Department of Corrections as an employee, partner, or a formerly incarcerated person.
• Experience leading educational programming in carceral environments 
• Experience working with New York City community-based organizations focused on supporting formerly incarcerated people
• Bilingual in English/Spanish
• Experience with and knowledge of tutor-centric educational programs and/or volunteer programs
• An understanding of the US criminal legal system and local policies. 

The Petey Greene Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its personnel decisions based on race, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/domestic partner status, religion, age, disability status, veteran status, or former incarceration status.

We are committed to ongoing learning and reflection and we are continuously working to ensure that the Petey Greene Program is welcoming and supportive of staff members of all identities, including system-impacted people, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ people. We also believe that this work should be led by system-impacted people, whose perspectives and direct knowledge of the problems are necessary to achieving freedom and educational justice.

Compensation:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000-$72,000 

Benefits:
The Petey Greene Program’s staff make our work possible and we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support employee’s well-being and professional growth. These benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with the PGP covering 60% (dental and vision) to 82% (medical) of premiums
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401k retirement plan with 1% employer contribution
• Voluntary benefits offered including Pet Insurance and FSA Commuter and Transit Benefits
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid winter break between Christmas and New Year’s day, in addition to 10 paid holidays throughout the year
• Full-time employees accrue 20 days of vacation time, 1 floating holiday, and 12 days of sick time per year 
• PGP closes at 1 PM on Fridays from June through August
• Dedicated funds for employees to use towards professional development each year
• Monthly technology reimbursement
• Access to a local coworking space 

Application Deadlines:
Preferred: May 10, 2026 (We encourage applicants to apply by this date for priority review)
Final:  May 22, 2026

Anticipated Start: June 2026

How to apply
Please email [email protected] with the subject “Program Manager – College Bridge Programs at Rikers Island” and the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover letter (applications without a cover letter will not be considered)

Educational Support Manager at Rikers Island
The Petey Greene Program, New York

About Us:
The Petey Greene Program supports the academic goals of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people through high-quality volunteer tutoring programs, while educating volunteers on the injustice manifest in our carceral system.

We envision a world in which all incarcerated people have access to high-quality academic programs and we strive to inspire our alumni - both students and tutors - to become advocates, and to take on leadership roles that reimagine the criminal legal system. 

The PGP operates the largest multi-state volunteer tutoring program for currently and formerly incarcerated people. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve served over 21,000 students across more than 140 programming sites—including correctional and reentry programs—placed over 9,000 volunteers, and partnered with 40+ universities in seven states and Washington, D.C.

The PGP is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, but the majority of our 40 employees are based across the Northeast in regions where the PGP holds programming. 

The Role: 
The Educational Support Manager will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the PGP’s new educational programming at Rikers Island, specifically in assisting incarcerated students at Rikers Island in accessing PGP programming that supports their educational needs and goals.

The Educational Support Manager will provide students with ongoing individualized guidance as well as support in accessing and enrolling in PGP-led educational programming at Rikers Island. This includes meeting with incarcerated individuals across the complex to identify interested students, determine their educational goals, and connect them with appropriate PGP educational programming. The Educational Support Manager will collaborate and coordinate with PGP program staff and instructors as well as multiple types of partners, including Rikers Island programs and education staff, external education providers, and higher education in prison programs. The Educational Support Manager reports to the PGP’s Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs.

Candidates will reside in the greater New York City area. The role is primarily on-site at Rikers Island, with the expectation that the Educational Support Manager will be in-person at Rikers Island four days per week, along with one work-from-home day.

This position is grant-funded through December 2028, with the possibility of renewal dependent on renewal of funding.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Regional Programming Responsibilities

• Identify incarcerated individuals interested in participation in educational programming with the PGP, helping to determine their educational needs and relevant opportunities 
• Conducts student intake meetings to clarify student goals and connect students to relevant PGP educational programming at Rikers Island
• Regularly checks in with students to provide support, navigate administrative requirements, collect feedback, and assess their progress
• Leads regular educational case conferences for students participating in PGP programming and coordinates with PGP program managers and instructors
• Manages relationships with other programmatic partners at Rikers Island, including management of student referrals and monitoring of student attendance and progress
• Works with the Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs and PGP’s New York Program staff to track and collect programmatic data and provide reports to partners and funders
• Collaborates with PGP’s New York and national program staff to implement and adapt new PGP educational programming that meets the needs of students incarcerated at Rikers Island
• Builds and maintains relationships with NYCDOC stakeholders, including programs and education teams
• Cultivate relationships with other service providers at Rikers Island, generating opportunities for holistic student support
• On in-person days, participate in daily on-site meetings with PGP’s Rikers team members to align services, ensure coordinated student support, and collectively navigate daily work inside a carceral space
• Share educational resources with soon-to-be-released students, to support in the continuation of their educational journey and connect with PGP tutoring support in the community

National Organizational Responsibilities

• Participates in and prepares for weekly meetings with the regional team and all PGP staff

Required Qualifications: 

• Associates Degree or some college
• 2-4 years of work experience
• Experience or skills in group facilitation
• Experience providing direct support to students, managing educational programs, and/or navigating educational processes.
• Experience working with non-traditional students
• Must be able to be cleared to enter NYCDOC facilities (if you have concerns about this requirement, we encourage you to still submit an application or reach out to us so we can discuss further)
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with a diverse group of partners
• Ability to adjust communication style for various stakeholders (incarcerated students, correctional facility administrators, university or other educational partners, volunteer tutors, etc.)
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to problem solve
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Calendar  
• Awareness of issues related to mass incarceration and broader social justice concerns.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field (social work, education, etc)
• Bilingual in English/Spanish
• Experience working with or knowledge of the New York City Department of Corrections as an employee, partner, or a formerly incarcerated person.
• Experience working with New York City community-based organizations focused on supporting system-impacted or formerly incarcerated people
• Experience with and knowledge of tutor-centric educational programs and/or volunteer programs
• Experience collaborating with higher education institutions
• An understanding of the US criminal legal system and local policies. 

The Petey Greene Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its personnel decisions based on race, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/domestic partner status, religion, age, disability status, veteran status, or former incarceration status.

We are committed to ongoing learning and reflection and we are continuously working to ensure that the Petey Greene Program is welcoming and supportive of staff members of all identities, including system-impacted people, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ people. We also believe that this work should be led by system-impacted people, whose perspectives and direct knowledge of the problems are necessary to achieving freedom and educational justice.

Compensation:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $68,000-$72,000

Benefits:
The Petey Greene Program’s staff make our work possible and we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support employee’s well-being and professional growth. These benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with the PGP covering 60% (dental and vision) to 82% (medical) of premiums
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401k retirement plan with 1% employer contribution
• Voluntary benefits offered including Pet Insurance and FSA Commuter and Transit Benefits
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid winter break between Christmas and New Year’s day, in addition to 10 paid holidays throughout the year
• Full-time employees accrue 20 days of vacation time, 1 floating holiday, and 12 days of sick time per year 
• PGP closes at 1 PM on Fridays from June through August
• Dedicated funds for employees to use towards professional development each year
• Monthly technology reimbursement
• Access to a local coworking space 

Application Deadlines:
Preferred: May 10, 2026 (We encourage applicants to apply by this date for priority review)
Final:  May 22, 2026

Anticipated Start: June 2026

How to apply:
Please email [email protected] with the subject “Educational Support Manager at Rikers Island” and the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover letter (applications without a cover letter will not be considered)

Program Manager – ELL Programs at Rikers Island
The Petey Greene Program, New York

About Us:
The Petey Greene Program supports the academic goals of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people through high-quality volunteer tutoring programs, while educating volunteers on the injustice manifest in our carceral system.

We envision a world in which all incarcerated people have access to high-quality academic programs and we strive to inspire our alumni - both students and tutors - to become advocates, and to take on leadership roles that reimagine the criminal legal system. 

The PGP operates the largest multi-state volunteer tutoring program for currently and formerly incarcerated people. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve served over 21,000 students across more than 140 programming sites—including correctional and reentry programs—placed over 9,000 volunteers, and partnered with 40+ universities in seven states and Washington, D.C.

The PGP is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, but the majority of our 40 employees are based across the Northeast in regions where the PGP holds programming. 

The Role: 
The Program Manager - English Language Learning Programs at Rikers Island will be responsible for ensuring the provision of high-quality English Language Learning (ELL) programming for incarcerated students at Rikers Island, as part of the launch of PGP educational programming at Rikers Island. 

The Program Manager will collaborate with PGP colleagues and NYCDOC administrators to design and implement an ELL program that meets both the needs of interested students and complies with requirements related to operating programming across the Rikers Island complex. Ultimately, the role will lead and manage a team of instructors who will be delivering small-group ELL instruction to students on the unit. In addition, the Program Manager will monitor student engagement, incorporate PGP tutor support into PGP-led programming, ensure continuous program improvement, and utilize data to improve and report on student outcomes. 

The Program Manager will regularly collaborate and coordinate with other PGP program managers focused on GED, college-readiness, and tutoring support, in addition to NYCDOC programs and education staff, and external education providers. The Program Manager reports to the PGP’s Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs.

Candidates will reside in the greater New York City area. The role is primarily on-site at Rikers Island, with the expectation that the Program Manager will be in-person at Rikers Island four days per week, along with one work-from-home day.

This position is grant-funded through December 2028, with the possibility of renewal dependent on renewal of funding. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities
Regional Programming Responsibilities

• Collaborates with New York and PGP national program staff to develop and implement new PGP-led ELL programming at Rikers Island
• Oversees the week-to-week operations of PGP’s ELL programming at Rikers Island, monitoring high-level trends, and troubleshooting challenges
• Adjust and adapt the program model as needed to ensure ongoing alignment with partner and student needs
• Lead and support a team of ELL instructors, offering small-group on-unit ELL instruction to students
• Incorporate PGP’s traditional model of volunteer tutors into PGP’s ELL programming to offer supplementary and 1-on-1 support to incarcerated students
• Conduct regular teaching observations and monitor ELL program data to ensure consistent implementation of processes and accurate data across programs, as well as timely collection, reporting, and sharing of data between the PGP and NYCDOC
• Support in hiring, onboarding, and scheduling instructors to lead PGP ELL programming at Rikers Island
• Supports professional development of instructional staff, including development of their own teaching practice as well as navigating daily work inside a carceral space
• Works with the Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs and PGP’s New York Program staff to track and collect programmatic data and provide reports to partners and funders
• Builds and maintains relationships with NYCDOC stakeholders, including programs and education teams
• Identify and maintain a list of ELL educational resources in the community to be shared with soon-to-be-released students to support in the continuation of their educational journey
• On in-person days, participate in daily on-site meetings with PGP’s Rikers team members to align services, ensure coordinated student support, and collectively navigate daily work inside a carceral space

National Organizational Responsibilities

• Participates in and prepares for weekly meetings with the regional team and all PGP staff

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education or a related field
• Certification in TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA
• At least 2 years of experience providing direct student instruction in ELL
• At least 3 years of related experience in ELL program management, as a teaching team lead, or in a similar leadership role
• Previous managerial experience, preferably managing teachers, instructors, and/or educational staff
• Familiarity with adult learning theory, culturally responsive pedagogy, and trauma-informed teaching practices
• Exceptional facility, and proven track record, with interpreting programmatic data and implementing metrics-driven approaches to program management  
• Ability to adjust communication style for various stakeholders (incarcerated students, correctional facility administrators, university or other educational partners, volunteer tutors, etc.)
• Ability to develop, implement and adapt processes to meet program needs while remaining aligned with current organizational systems
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to problem solve
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Calendar  
• Awareness of issues related to mass incarceration and broader social justice concerns.
• Must be able to be cleared to enter NYCDOC facilities (if you have concerns about this requirement, we encourage you to still submit an application or reach out to us so we can discuss further)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Adult Education, Education Leadership, TESOL/ESL/ELL, Special Education or a related field
• Previous or current state teaching certification or comparable credential
• Experience in instructional coaching or facilitating professional development for educators
• Experience with blended learning programs or otherwise integrating online learning platforms with in-person instruction
• Ability to develop and adapt processes for low-tech/no-tech environments
• Experience working with or knowledge of the New York City Department of Corrections as an employee, partner, or a formerly incarcerated person.
• Experience leading educational programming in carceral environments 
• Experience working with New York City community-based organizations focused on supporting formerly incarcerated people
• Bilingual in English/Spanish
• Experience with and knowledge of tutor-centric educational programs and/or volunteer programs
• Experience collaborating with higher education institutions
• An understanding of the US criminal legal system and local policies. 

The Petey Greene Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its personnel decisions based on race, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/domestic partner status, religion, age, disability status, veteran status, or former incarceration status.

We are committed to ongoing learning and reflection and we are continuously working to ensure that the Petey Greene Program is welcoming and supportive of staff members of all identities, including system-impacted people, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ people. We also believe that this work should be led by system-impacted people, whose perspectives and direct knowledge of the problems are necessary to achieving freedom and educational justice.

Compensation:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000-$72,000 

Benefits:

• The Petey Greene Program’s staff make our work possible and we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support employee’s well-being and professional growth. These benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with the PGP covering 60% (dental and vision) to 82% (medical) of premiums
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401k retirement plan with 1% employer contribution
• Voluntary benefits offered including Pet Insurance and FSA Commuter and Transit Benefits
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid winter break between Christmas and New Year’s day, in addition to 10 paid holidays throughout the year
• Full-time employees accrue 20 days of vacation time, 1 floating holiday, and 12 days of sick time per year 
• PGP closes at 1 PM on Fridays from June through August
• Dedicated funds for employees to use towards professional development each year
• Monthly technology reimbursement
• Access to a local coworking space 

Application Deadlines:
Preferred: May 10, 2026 (We encourage applicants to apply by this date for priority review)
Final:  May 22, 2026

Anticipated Start: June 2026

How to apply:
Please email [email protected] with the subject “Program Manager - ELL Programs at Rikers Island” and the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover letter (applications without a cover letter will not be considered)

Program Manager - GED Programs at Rikers Island
The Petey Greene Program, New York

About Us:
The Petey Greene Program supports the academic goals of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people through high-quality volunteer tutoring programs, while educating volunteers on the injustice manifest in our carceral system.

We envision a world in which all incarcerated people have access to high-quality academic programs and we strive to inspire our alumni - both students and tutors - to become advocates, and to take on leadership roles that reimagine the criminal legal system. 

The PGP operates the largest multi-state volunteer tutoring program for currently and formerly incarcerated people. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve served over 21,000 students across more than 140 programming sites—including correctional and reentry programs—placed over 9,000 volunteers, and partnered with 40+ universities in seven states and Washington, D.C.

The PGP is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, but the majority of our 40 employees are based across the Northeast in regions where the PGP holds programming. 

The Role: 
The Program Manager - GED Programs at Rikers Island will be responsible for ensuring the provision of high-quality GED programming for incarcerated students at Rikers Island, as part of the launch of PGP educational programming at Rikers Island. 

The Program Manager will collaborate with PGP colleagues and NYCDOC administrators to design and implement a GED program that meets both the needs of interested students and complies with requirements related to operating programming across the Rikers Island complex. Ultimately, the role will lead a team of instructors who will be delivering small-group GED instruction to students on the unit. In addition, the Program Manager will monitor student engagement, incorporate PGP tutor support into PGP-led programming, ensure continuous program improvement, and utilize data to improve and report on student outcomes. 

The Program Manager will regularly collaborate and coordinate with other PGP program managers focused on ELL, college-readiness, and tutoring support, in addition to NYC DOC programs and education staff, and/or subcontracted education providers. The Program Manager reports to the PGP’s Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs.

Candidates will reside in the greater New York City area. The role is primarily on-site at Rikers Island, with the expectation that the Program Manager will be in-person at Rikers Island four days per week, along with one work-from-home day.

This position is grant-funded through December 2028, with the possibility of renewal dependent on renewal of funding. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Regional Programming Responsibilities

• Collaborates with New York and PGP national program staff to develop and implement new PGP-led GED programming at Rikers Island
• Oversees the week-to-week operations of PGP’s GED programming at Rikers Island, monitoring high-level trends, and troubleshooting challenges
• Adjust and adapt the program model as needed to ensure ongoing alignment with partner and student needs
• Lead and support a team of GED instructors, offering small-group on-unit GED instruction to students
• Incorporate PGP’s traditional model of volunteer tutors into PGP’s GED programming to offer supplementary and 1-on-1 support to incarcerated students
• Conduct regular teaching observations and monitor GED program data to ensure consistent implementation of processes and accurate data across programs, as well as timely collection, reporting, and sharing of data between the PGP and NYCDOC
• Support in hiring, onboarding, and scheduling instructors and/or external educational providers to lead PGP GED programming at Rikers Island
• Supports professional development of instructional staff, including development of their own teaching practice as well as navigating daily work inside a carceral space
• Works with the Associate Director of Rikers Island Programs and PGP’s New York Program staff to track and collect programmatic data and provide reports to partners and funders
• Builds and maintains relationships with NYCDOC stakeholders, including programs and education teams
• Identify and maintain a list of GED educational resources in the community to be shared with soon-to-be-released students to support in the continuation of their educational journey
• On in-person days, participate in daily on-site meetings with PGP’s Rikers team members to align services, ensure coordinated student support, and collectively navigate daily work inside a carceral space
  

National Organizational Responsibilities

• Participates in and prepares for weekly meetings with the regional team and all PGP staff

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience providing direct GED instruction
• At least 3 years of related experience in GED program management, as a teaching team lead, or in a similar leadership role
• Previous managerial experience, preferably managing teachers, instructors, and/or educational staff
• Familiarity with adult learning theory, culturally responsive pedagogy, and trauma-informed teaching practices
• Exceptional facility, and proven track record, with interpreting programmatic data and implementing metrics-driven approaches to program management  
• Ability to adjust communication style for various stakeholders (incarcerated students, correctional facility administrators, university or other educational partners, volunteer tutors, etc.)
• Ability to develop, implement and adapt processes to meet program needs while remaining aligned with current organizational systems
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to problem solve
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Calendar  
• Awareness of issues related to mass incarceration and broader social justice concerns.
• Must be able to be cleared to enter NYCDOC facilities (if you have concerns about this requirement, we encourage you to still submit an application or reach out to us so we can discuss further)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Adult Education, Education Leadership, Special Education or a related field
• Previous or current state teaching certification or comparable credential
• Experience in instructional coaching or facilitating professional development for educators
• Experience with blended learning programs or otherwise integrating online learning platforms with in-person instruction
• Ability to develop and adapt processes for low-tech/no-tech environments
• Experience working with or knowledge of the New York City Department of Corrections as an employee, partner, or a formerly incarcerated person.
• Experience leading educational programming in carceral environments 
• Experience working with New York City community-based organizations focused on supporting formerly incarcerated people
• Bilingual in English/Spanish
• Experience with and knowledge of tutor-centric educational programs and/or volunteer programs
• Experience collaborating with higher education institutions
• An understanding of the US criminal legal system and local policies. 

The Petey Greene Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its personnel decisions based on race, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/domestic partner status, religion, age, disability status, veteran status, or former incarceration status.

We are committed to ongoing learning and reflection and we are continuously working to ensure that the Petey Greene Program is welcoming and supportive of staff members of all identities, including system-impacted people, people of color, and LGBTQIA+ people. We also believe that this work should be led by system-impacted people, whose perspectives and direct knowledge of the problems are necessary to achieving freedom and educational justice.

Compensation:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000-$72,000 

Benefits:

• The Petey Greene Program’s staff make our work possible and we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support employee’s well-being and professional growth. These benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with the PGP covering 60% (dental and vision) to 82% (medical) of premiums
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits
• 401k retirement plan with 1% employer contribution
• Voluntary benefits offered including Pet Insurance and FSA Commuter and Transit Benefits
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid winter break between Christmas and New Year’s day, in addition to 10 paid holidays throughout the year
• Full-time employees accrue 20 days of vacation time, 1 floating holiday, and 12 days of sick time per year 
• PGP closes at 1 PM on Fridays from June through August
• Dedicated funds for employees to use towards professional development each year
• Monthly technology reimbursement
• Access to a local coworking space 

Application Deadlines:
Preferred: May 10, 2026 (We encourage applicants to apply by this date for priority review)
Final:  May 22, 2026

Anticipated Start: June 2026

How to apply
Please email [email protected] with the subject “Program Manager - GED Programs at Rikers Island” and the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover letter (applications without a cover letter will not be considered)

CUNY START Writing Assistant (College Assistant) - Hourly
Multiple positions. Appointment is based on available funding.

Background
CUNY Start is an intensive pre-matriculation program that helps CUNY associate degree-seeking students 
increase their academic proficiency in English and mathematics. The CUNY Office of Academic Affairs, the 
University's community colleges, New York City College of Technology and the College of Staten Island work collaboratively to provide students with an innovative approach to developmental education. CUNY Start is recognized for its carefully designed curriculum and pedagogy, ongoing professional development, and mentor based training model.

CUNY Start’s English program is offered as part of CUNY Start’s full-time program or as a standalone English program, known as English Start, during the summer, winter, fall and spring semesters. Students in the CUNY Start English program are provided with specialized instruction and advisement that helps students develop their English skills, prepare for college-level English classes, and meet CUNY proficiency milestone. 

Job Description
The CUNY Start Writing Assistant is a part-time College Assistant who will work as a member of the English team, supporting the work of the Core teacher in a CUNY Start classroom. The Writing Assistant reports to the CUNY Start Director at their appointed campus.
​
CUNY Start may deliver instruction in multiple formats: in-person, online or as hybrid classes that are both 
online and in-person. Online instruction may be a combination of synchronous and asynchronous teaching that is determined at the discretion of program management. Online work may entail instruction on such platforms as  Blackboard, Brightspace, Zoom, and other remote instructional tools that are available and approved by the  University and which support the goals and practices of the program.

Responsibilities
Key duties include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Read the CUNY Start English Curriculum closely, and become familiar with CUNY Start learning procedures, assignments, and goals;
• Attend portions of the CUNY Start English class, and support the CUNY Start Core teacher as appropriate;
• Respond in writing to student papers and essays;
• Facilitate and/or support small groups including circulating throughout the class to observe and guide student discussions;
• Tutor CUNY Start students individually and in small groups;
• Participate in CUNY Start team meetings about students’ progress;
• Participate in training activities led by the CUNY Start Professional Development team for English;
• Perform duties assigned by the Core teacher, including taking attendance, tracking students’ assignments, and setting up online and in-person classrooms.

Requirements
The preferred candidate will possess the educational and professional qualifications indicated below:

• Experience responding to academic writing and working with non-traditional college students;
• Master’s Degree preferred;
• Ability to assist students and perform duties online.

Employment

• $25.51 per hour for approximately 20 hours a week for 12-15 weeks and/or as funding allows;
• Appointment period: Summer 2026 with potential for continued appointment in fall 2026;
• Multiple locations;
• Health benefits may be possible after 3 months of successful employment

To apply, submit the following items to [email protected]

• A cover letter and resume;
• A list that ranks the four (4) CUNY Start campuses in order of your location preferences, with #1 being your most preferred campus and #4 being your least preferred campus. Also indicate whether you prefer a daytime schedule or afternoon/evening schedule and/or your willingness to work either schedule. Please note that we cannot guarantee an applicant’s preferred campuses or schedule, but we try to accommodate applicants’ preferences whenever possible in alignment with program needs. Schedule options are subject to change;
• A copy of an English lesson plan that highlights your teaching and learning values.

CUNY Start is always looking for talented people of all cultures, religions, races, and gender expressions – so that our staff is a direct reflection of the people we serve. Additional information about CUNY Start can be found at www.cuny.edu/cunystart.

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian
Americans are also included among out protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be 
discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or 
gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

Teacher in Education Programs
Department: Programs
Job Type: [Full-time]
Salary Range: 50k - 55k
Objective of Role: Reporting to the Manager of Education, this position will play a crucial role in coordinatingvolunteer activities, assisting with curriculum development, and implementing educational programs to supportthe successful progression and transition of participants from GED Foundations class to the P2G class

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Manager of Education to contribute to the development of effective, culturally responsive curricula.
• Implement engaging and impactful lessons that align with program goals and participant needs.
• Work closely with the Manager of Education to manage program logistics and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Deliver high-quality, interactive lessons to participants, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles.
• Provide individualized support to participants, addressing academic challenges and fostering a growth mindset.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with program participants, serving as a mentor and advocate for their success.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and staff to create a supportive and cohesive community for participants.
• Maintain accurate records of participant progress and program outcomes.
• Generate regular reports to assess the effectiveness of educational programs and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Coordinate volunteer activities related to educational initiatives, ensuring a seamless integration of external support.
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills:

• Planning, organizing, administration, project management, and implementation skills
• Writing, research, computer, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Critical thinker, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Creative, strategic, and results oriented
• Team player, flexible, and agile with the ability to work in a complex and fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects under deadlines

Core Competencies:

• Excellent work ethic
• Commitment to working in a mission driven organization
• Demonstrated personal ethics and values
• Cross-team collaboration and cooperation
• Team-player who works well with a diverse group of people

Qualifications:

• 2 to 4 years of work experience
• College degree preferred
• Experience in education or related fields
• Computer, written and verbal skills
• Knowledge of computer applications, including Google platform, Excel, Powerpoint, and Word
• Interest in and commitment to social service work, reentry, education, and social, racial, and legal system justice

Compensation & Benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience. GOSO offers a competitive salary and benefits package

​Please send a resume with cover letter to: [email protected]. Resumes without a cover letter will not
be considered.

GOSO is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About GOSO: Getting Out and Staying Out has a vision of a world where neither a person’s race nor their prior contact with the legal system determines their future. To work toward that vision, we partner with young people impacted by arrest or incarceration on a journey of education, employment, and emotional well-being. For many of our participants, that journey begins while they are detained or incarcerated, on Rikers Island or in youth detention centers. We work with all interested individuals, regardless of the charges that they face, engaging them in future planning through programing focused on education, employment, and emotional well-being while helping to meet their immediate needs, whether physical (warm clothing, commissary supplies), psychological (correspondence and communication to help maintain links to the outside world), or legal (coordinating with public defense attorneys on courtroom advocacy). Among the major programs that are under the GOSO umbrella are Stand Against Violence East Harlem (SAVE), GOSOWorks, and multiple education programs (including Pathways-to-Graduation, a high school equivalency program). GOSO served its participants and the Harlem community throughout the Pandemic and, in fact, expanded its budget in the past few years. We are currently building our external relations functions, including development, in order to position GOSO for continued growth and expanded impact on those at the heart of our mission.

​Program Coordinator for NYC Support and Technical Assistance Center

The Literacy Assistance Center (LAC) seeks an experienced adult education professional to join its staff 
as a full-time Program Coordinator for the NYC Support and Technical Assistance Center (STAC). This 
team member’s primary responsibility will be to support the NYC STAC Director in providing essential 
support, technical assistance, and resources to adult education programs throughout New York City that 
receive Adult Literacy Education (ALE) funding from the New York State Education Department Adult 
Education Programs and Policy (NYSED-AEPP).

Reports to: Director of NYC Support and Technical Assistance Center

Responsibilities:

• Use the NYSED-AEPP data management system to run weekly and monthly reports on ALE 
• program data 
• Work with the NYC STAC Director to review and analyze programs’ data to track their progress 
• towards achieving required NYSED-AEPP benchmarks and outcomes
• Collaborate with the NYC STAC Director and the project team in scheduling, coordinating, and 
• conducting remote and in-person observations of ALE-funded adult education classes
• Deliver customized technical assistance to individual ALE-funded programs
• Track and document technical assistance provided by the NYC STAC project team
• Develop and maintain a list of resources for supportive services throughout NYC that will be 
• shared with ALE-funded programs
• Maintain and update an NYC ALE calendar with relevant NYSED-AEPP due dates, trainings, and 
• meetings
• Assist in the dissemination of materials from NYSED-AEPP by updating and maintaining the NYC 
• STAC website
• Respond to email and phone inquiries from ALE-funded programs
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Schedule: Full time Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, with possibility of some evening hours (flexible remote 
work and/or on-site work as needed)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, project management, or data analysis
• Minimum of three years of experience as an adult education manager, instructor, and/or data 
• coordinator
• Strong facilitation and training skills
• Demonstrable understanding of the role of data in adult education programming
• Highly skilled user of Google Workspace and applications
• Skilled user of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, exceptional attention to detail, and be highly organized
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively 
• Ability to travel to adult education program sites throughout the five boroughs of NYC, as 
• needed
• Deep commitment to racial, social, and economic justice 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NYSED-AEPP programs and policies
• Experience using ASISTS, the NYSED-AEPP data management system
• Background in literacy and/or ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) instruction
• Demonstrable experience with instructional technology or digital literacy skills development

Salary and Benefits: Starting salary of $70,000 with a benefits package that includes health, dental, and 
retirement plans. The LAC is an equal opportunity employer that values an inclusive culture and a 
diverse workforce that reflects the communities with which we work. We encourage applications from 
immigrants, people of color, and/or those who share lived experience with the students that adult 
literacy programs serve.

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please send cover letter and resume to Liz Jackson at [email protected].
No phone calls, please. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

The Literacy Assistance Center (LAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening and 
expanding the adult education system, and to advancing adult literacy as a core value in our society and 
a foundation for equal opportunity and social justice. Since 1983, the LAC has been working to build the 
capacity and improve the quality of the basic education, high school equivalency, and English language 
programs that serve New York’s most educationally and economically marginalized adults and out-of-school youth.

Part-Time Opportunity
ESOL Teacher
Location(s): Floater
Remote/On-site: On-site

Duties and Responsibilities
This part-time position will provide instruction to our ESOL classes and students in the Queens Public Library’s Adult Learner Program (ALP) and New Americans Programs (NAP). The ESOL Teacher will also provide specialized educational support and/or one-on-one instruction and guidance to students – to ensure quality of instruction, effective programming, and adequate documentation towards positive educational gain, per government and private foundation contractual requirements. Performs other duties as required.

Program Quality
Ensures programming quality based on quality of instruction, and high post-test rate and educational gain.  Conducts creative and engaging lessons to teach English comprehension and speaking (and some reading and writing skills) to adults – specifically, conduct ESOL performance assessments & student/participant satisfaction, i.e., administer various quantitative assessments (BEST Plus & BEST Literacy) to each student to formally evaluate the student’s readiness to take the post-test.  Assist with maintaining and/or enhancing enrollment number and retention rates, as well as the evaluation and management of ESOL programming and help provide direction for current and future adult learning programs. 

Class Management and Enrollment/Retention
Helps to maintain student files and records by monitoring student attendance and other student-related documentation and record for submission to supervisor.  Assists with intake and assessment of students, then their follow-ups towards positive outcomes. Recommends appropriate materials to students, including assisting students with computer-assisted instruction and small group instruction. Establishes relationships with: community leaders, community based organizations, social service organizations, and potential clients in order to expand ALP/NAP (ESOL) program offerings. Stays abreast of current issues related to NYSED’s adult education programming.

Professional Development/Training and ESOL Advocacy
Participates in orientation and staff meetings and training as required, specifically work with ALP/NAP (ESOL) management staff, Literacy/ESOL Specialists, other teachers, TAs, and volunteers to assess students' English comprehension and speaking abilities and provide suggestions on improvement of curriculum and materials. Facilitates special adult education events and participate in program booths at community festivals and events.

Staff/Volunteer Engagement
Helps to facilitate and/or attend staff meetings and staff development trainings, specifically work with Literacy/ESOL Specialists, other teachers, TAs, and volunteers to track student achievement over time.  Participate in at least two teacher observations per year (that includes a pre-observation discussion and a post-observation debriefing for evaluation purposes) - while ensuring that performance plans are being followed through timely reviews and by providing feedback for improvement.  Likewise, coordinate with other staff to help plan and implement volunteer pre-placement training, orientation, feedback, and evaluation. 

Position Information

• The rate of pay for this position is $46.00 per hour.
• The schedule for this position will include Saturdays and evenings as well as site visits for scheduled teacher observation and other feedback meetings, as required with a maximum of 17 hours per week.
• This is a non-union position.
• Part-time positions do not offer any medical or health benefits.

Education and Experience/Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required.  MA in TESOL or related field; also, adult education certification and/or 2-3 experience teaching adults are preferred, as well as TABE and/or BEST Plus/BEST ESOL certification.  Some evening and weekend hours are required. Knowledge of computers: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Internet. Strong customer service skills; also, reliable, responsible, punctual, patient, flexible and courteous. Knowledge of National Reporting System is a plus.

About Queens Public Library
Queens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. Our mission is to transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of serving the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation serving 65 locations.

To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Resumes will only be accepted by email.

The Queens Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Part-Time Opportunity
Literacy Teacher
Location(s): Floater
Remote/On-site: On-site

Duties and Responsibilities
This part-time position will provide literacy instruction to the Queens Public Library’s Adult Learner Program (ALP), specifically to our ABE and Pre-HSE classes and students. The Literacy Teacher will also provide specialized educational support and/or one-on-one instruction and guidance to students – to ensure quality of instruction, effective programming, and adequate documentation towards positive educational gain.  Performs other duties as required.
 
Program Quality
Ensures programming quality based on quality of instruction, and high post-test rate and educational gain.  Conducts creative and engaging lessons to teach reading and writing (as well as math, science, and social studies skills) to adults preparing for their HSE diploma – specifically, conducts student ABE/Pre-HSE and/or literacy performance assessments & student/participant satisfaction, to each student to formally evaluate the student’s readiness to take the TASC test.  Assists with maintaining and/or enhancing enrollment number and retention rates, as well as the evaluation and management of ABE and Pre-HSE programming. 
 
Class Management and Enrollment/Retention
Helps to maintain student files and records by monitoring student attendance and other student-related documentation and record for submission to supervisor.  Assists with intake and assessment of students, then their follow-ups towards positive outcomes. Recommends appropriate materials to students, including assisting students with computer-assisted instruction and small group instruction. Establishes relationships with community based organizations and social service organizations to expand ALP program offerings.
 
Professional Development/Training and Literacy Advocacy
Participates in orientation, staff meetings and trainings as required to assess students' reading/writing abilities and provide suggestions on improvement of curriculum and materials. Develops and uses appropriate tools to measure qualitative outcomes of adult literacy students’ progress.  Selects and orders quality adult literacy books for distribution at workshops and through ALC classrooms.  Develops and presents literacy and other workshops to adult learners and other program participants. Facilitates special adult literacy events and participates in literacy booths at community festivals and events.
 
Staff/Volunteer Engagement
Helps to facilitate and/or attend staff meetings and staff development trainings.  Participates in at least two teacher observations per year (that includes a pre-observation discussion and a post-observation debriefing for evaluation purposes) - while ensuring that performance plans are being followed through timely reviews and by providing feedback for improvement. 
 
Position Information

• The rate of pay for this position is $46.00 per hour.
• The schedule for this position will include Saturdays and evenings as well as site visits for scheduled teacher observation and other feedback meetings, as required, with a maximum of 17 hours per week.
• This is a non-union position.
• Part-time positions do not offer any medical or health benefits.

 
Education and Experience/Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required.  MA in TESOL or related field; also, adult education certification and/or 2-3 year’s experience teaching adults are preferred, as well as TABE and/or BEST Plus/BEST Literacy certification.  Some evening and weekend hours are required. Knowledge of computers: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Internet. Strong customer service skills; also, reliable, responsible, punctual, patient, flexible and courteous. Knowledge of National Reporting System is a plus.
About Queens Public Library
Queens Public Library is a national and international leader in the delivery of public library service. Our mission is to transform lives by cultivating personal and intellectual growth and by building strong communities. Queens Public Library welcomes innovators and leaders to contribute to a long history and dynamic future of serving the most diverse county in the United States. Queens Public Library is a private, non-profit corporation serving 65 locations.

​To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].  Resumes will only be accepted by email.
 
The Queens Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer