Literacy Assistance Center

Academic Writing Tutor P/T

9/18/2018

Position: Academic Writing Tutor for the Borough of Manhattan Community College CLIP (CUNY Language Immersion Program). Fall 2018 semester.
CLIP is an intensive ESL program for adult immigrants already accepted to a CUNY college but who need to improve academic English skills to prepare for credit-bearing courses.

Duties: Under the direction of class teachers, work with individuals or small group tutorials assisting students with writing assignments, mostly in the computer lab. Focus on essay content, organization and grammar. Help students with research projects and presentations. 20 hours a week maximum.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Good knowledge of grammar instruction, essay structure and writing strategies. Experience with ESL adult students of diverse backgrounds.

Able to work during our morning program, 9am to 2:30pm.
Pay starts at $16 an hour
Send resume with two references to Tyshelle Smalls: tsmalls@bmcc.cuny.edu

ESOL Instructor P/T

9/18/2018

ESOL INSTRUCTOR

AGENCY BACKGROUND:
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) is a community-based, not-for-profit organization founded in 1979 that has grown into a leading multi-service agency with over 100 staff serving New York City with a focus on upper Manhattan and the Bronx. Our mission is to serve as a catalyst for positive change in the lives of the people in our community on their paths to secure and prosperous futures. Integration is the cornerstone of NMIC’s programs, and our staff can identify and address a broad array of immediate needs through comprehensive crisis intervention services. With their crises resolved, clients move seamlessly to capacity building services through our holistic programs designed to transition individuals and families to self-sufficiency.

Our Legal Services, Social Services, and Weatherization programs meet community members’ basic needs including housing, income, nutrition and health.

Our Community Organizing program empowers groups of residents to collectively secure longer term and larger scale improvements to their own basic needs.

Our Education & Career Services program imparts individual community members with the practical tools necessary to build secure and prosperous futures.

Job Title: ESOL Instructor
Department: Education & Career Services
Reports To: Academic Coordinator
Location: Main Office: 45 Wadsworth Avenue, NY, NY 10033
(Or 515 West 182nd St., NY, NY 10033 or 2183 Amsterdam Ave., NY, NY 10032)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Instructor is responsible for teaching English to students in NMIC’s adult education program in a way that is dynamic and contextualized for students’ practical use. In addition, the instructor will develop and submit regular lesson logs, write student case notes, provide insight on the existing curriculum and meet professional development requirements. This is a part time role with availability in the mornings (Monday-Friday, 9-1) or evenings (Tuesday-Thursday, 5:40-9).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and deliver daily lesson plans and educational activities for students in ESOL programming.
Administer assessment tests and track results.
Monitor students’ educational progress and liaise with staff members provide feedback and establish educational plans.
Complete and submit weekly lesson logs and bimonthly student case notes.
Maintain attendance records, ensure accuracy of completion and submit them to program staff.
Attend professional development sessions according to city and state standards.
Attend and participate in regular program meetings.
Initiate and participate in case conferencing as needed.
Work with Academic Coordinator to integrate technology into class work.

Additional related responsibilities may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA/BS in relevant subject required; MA in education or TESOL preferred
Minimum two years of ESOL instructional experience, preferably with adults
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

NMIC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

NMIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply for employment. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements in terms of qualifications. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered unless specifically stated otherwise.

TO APPLY:
Please submit the following to Jason Bocko, Academic Coordinator, at jasonbocko@nmic.org with the job title in the subject line:

Cover letter
Resume
Writing sample (one page or less)

All attachments should be in Word or PDF form. No phone calls, please.

HSE Instructor F/T

9/18/2018

High School Equivalency Teacher (Full-time)
Friends of Island Academy has an immediate opening for an educator, passionate about creating a classroom environment where young people engage, thrive and experience academic and personal success.

Essential Responsibilities
Create a pathway for Friends’ youth members to obtain a High School Equivalency Diploma

Create and lead a dynamic classroom which provides safe and engaging learning environment for students primarily ages 17 to 21 involved in the NYC justice system;
Provide instruction in Social Studies, Science, English Language Arts, Math, and Writing preparing students to pass the 5 subparts of TASC in a setting with a wide range of student abilities;
Support students’ development as readers and writers; teach reading strategies and provide regular, meaningful writing activities;
Develop learner-centered, participatory lessons, using relevant materials and a project-based approach;
Create engaging instructional strategies and lesson plans in both math and/or literacy, including group instruction and one-on-one tutoring;
Evaluate student progress using standardized assessment tools and in-class assessment.

Engage in collaborative approaches to support student success

Work with students, families and advocacy staff to view HSE diploma as a stepping stone to further academic and personal growth;
Collaborate with Friends’ staff and youth/peer leaders to establish a culture of high expectations for student engagement, attendance, and achievement;
Collaborate with Education team and youth/families to conduct assessments for prospective students and to consider and identify best and most promising educational options;
Maintain attendance and assessment data in Friends’ agency-wide database; enter regular notes on student progress;
Collaborate with colleagues to plan/participate in student orientations, field trips, and on-going educational planning and development;
Engage in professional development opportunities and participate in weekly Education team meetings, and other agency activities;
Create opportunities to engage student families/significant others to support student success;
Develop collaborative relationships with referring agents, Probation Officers, other youth serving organizations and Department of Education to support and promote student success.

Qualifications:

BA/BS degree required; Masters in Education is preferred;
Demonstrated experience in creating a collaborative classroom environment which engages and motivates young people;
Minimum three years’ experience teaching literacy/HSE classes, preferably with vulnerable and high risk youth and young adults;
Demonstrated ability to manage classrooms through practices rooted in youth development and asset-based learning;
Commitment to and passion for our youth members and a belief in their ability to advance and thrive.

To apply, please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume (in Microsoft Word or PDF format) as two separate attachments in an email to glee@friendsny.org.

Education Manager and Lead Coach F/T

9/18/2018

The Education Manager and Lead Coach will partner with the Director of Youth and Education, Deputy Directors, site directors and frontline staff to improve the quality and consistency of academic enrichment for grades K-8 during St. Nick’s afterschool programs. The Education Manager and Lead Coach will be instrumental in conceptualizing, implementing and evaluating SNA’s division-wide, literacy immersion and STEM initiatives. SNA’s literacy immersion initiative aims to integrate schools, family and community in an effort to increase the number of children who read at or above grade level. STEM initiatives use hands-on science activities to further foster literacy and critical thinking. As such, the Education Manager and Lead Coach is a key player in helping to strengthen the academic learning and overall afterschool model at St. Nicks Alliance.

In support of literacy and STEM learning, the Manager will play a leadership role in:

Pedagogy (theme/unit design, curriculum development, lesson planning selection and development
Design and implementation of related professional development and coaching services at targeted schools
Partnership development
Evaluation and assessment
Literacy immersion program development.

As academic enrichment expands, the Manager will oversee academic enrichment staff, as assigned by the Division Director.

Key responsibilities include:
Teaching and Learning
Pedagogy

Research, review and adapt pre-developed curricula and best practices in literacy and STEM for quality and fit with afterschool program goals
Use a collaborative framework with site directors and youth workers to develop theme-based units and literacy/STEM curricula with an emphasis on project-based learning.
Co-create lessons and activities alongside site directors and youth workers for 13 locations.
Work with schools to integrate or align schoolday and afterschool curricula
Identify best teaching and learning practices in afterschool hours, with a focus on literacy and STEM
Develop strategies for improving performance, including tools, policies, and practices
Research, develop and support implementation of educational resources
Contribute to the collection and review of outcomes data
Collaborate with program leadership to continuously strengthen academics, based on staff feedback, outcomes data, best practice, and ongoing reflection.

Professional Development

Assist Division Director in planning and implementing professional development in literacy and STEM for site directors and youth workers
Lead group trainings and workshops for site directors and youth workers
Serve as a lead coach in order to help site directors and frontline staff to build upon their existing knowledge and skills as academic mentors, and to grow in their abilities
Employ highly effective coaching techniques to help staff achieve their potential, such as building confidentiality and trust, guiding conversations through open-ended questions (v. directives), meeting employees where they are employing effective listening and reflection, establishing action and outcomes.
Collaborate with deputies and site directors to strengthen planning and facilitation skills at the sites.
Employ effective observation and feedback protocols that support staff growth

Partnership Development

Research, develop and support strategic partnerships to build our capacity to deliver high quality and diverse literacy/STEM experiences for our youth

Literacy Immersion Program Development
The Education Manager and Lead Coach will work closely with the division director to establish SNA’s literacy immersion model to help all students, particularly struggling readers, to meet or exceed grade level. The Manager will work closely with program leadership to ensure cohesion in program planning across the division and leverage collective thinking.
BK Story Voyager

Develop and oversee programming for BK Story Voyager in partnership with and Division Director
Develop job descriptions and oversee bookmobile staff
Oversee books, supplies, equipment, technology, website of bookmobile

Family Literacy

Design program and plan workshops for all designated program sites.
Collect and aggregate feedback from participants (caregivers and children). Survey participants and create goals to improve quality and participants

Mentorship and Academic Interventions

Design and oversee mentorship and academic interventions in literacy
Develop partnerships with colleges, high schools and volunteer organizations to provide 1:1 mentorship

Other duties as assigned by Director of Youth and Education

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Master’s degree strongly preferred
Min of 5 years teaching experience, either in schoolday or afterschool settings
Solid understanding of language and literacy development
Demonstrated ability to develop engaging, hands-on curriculum and lesson plans
Demonstrated ability to effectively coach young adults and model lessons
Demonstrated ability to design literacy programs
Strong leader, creative and highly personable
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; bilingual a plus.
Computer literate, Microsoft Suite and Google Suite.
Excellent organizational skills.

Salary commensurate with experience. Send resumes and a thoughtful cover letter to youthresumes@stnicksalliance.org. No calls, please. St Nicks Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages peoples of all backgrounds to apply.

HSE Instructor P/T

9/5/2018

OBT Role Description: High School Equivalency Instructor - Part-Time - Coney Island

As Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT) celebrates its 35 Anniversary, we are seeking a High School Equivalency (HSE) Teacher for youth and adult learners to teach all five subjects (Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Math, and Science) to prepare students for the TASC exam, as well as facilitate weekly job readiness workshops and provide individualized support. This is a part time position, Monday-Friday from 10am-1pm, at OBT's Coney Island location in Brooklyn, starting September 2018.

Who We Are and Where We Are Going:
OBT, a premier Workforce Development organization in NYC, is in the process of developing its next phase of growth, focused on expanding employment opportunities for our clients. Founded in 1983, we have established a proven track record as a strong community-based organization. We have assisted thousands of NYC opportunity youth and adults gain critical skills and obtain employment. As a leading Workforce Development training not-for-profit, OBT provides a training program that balances high accountability and high support, with the goal of developing self-sufficiency and providing access to quality career pathways. We are excited to continue to develop on our strong foundation and demonstrated success while meeting the challenges and opportunities of the modern workplace.

The Adult Education and Literacy Program (AELP) provides classes in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Adult Basic Education (ABE) and HSE preparation for adults ages 19 and above. The AELP incorporates job readiness, college preparation and job placement into its curriculum. The goal of the program is to help adults improve their English language proficiency, enhance literacy skills, obtain HSEs, and obtain or improve employment.

Specific Duties:

Responsible for developing and instructing HSE preparation course curriculum that integrates all five content areas prepares students for the TASC exam;
Develop and facilitate job readiness skills workshops every Friday;
Assist in administering TABE and TASC Readiness Assessment;
Report attendance, test scores and outcomes using funder guidelines;
Must maintain a 75% average daily attendance;
Maintain a classroom community that is engaging and interactive;
Monitor student progress, identify internal and external barriers to achievement;
Routinely meet with individuals to help them identify strengths, challenges, and set realistic goals;
Provide explicit feedback to students about their educational progress and goals;
Keep an active list of local support services and other programs for referral purposes;
Attend professional development and staff meetings,
Perform all other appropriate duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and two years HSE teaching experience required, preferably at a non-profit organization; master’s degree in Education preferred. Knowledge of common core basics and TASC exam; knowledge of workforce development; ability to problem solve; excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Why You Should Join Us:

Satisfying and team-oriented work environment
Company events and outings (ongoing professional development; coaching, staff retreats)
Passionate and motivated staff excited to propel NYC’s youth and adult communities
Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply go to https://obtjobs.typeform.com/to/WlrBXA Enter Position code AJ3UC when prompted.

ESOL Instructor P/T

9/5/2018

ESL Instructor- Morning class in Queens
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced ESL instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Fresh Meadows, Queens. Classes will meet from 10:30am-1:30pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required.
BEST Plus certification strongly preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate “Queens ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

HSE Instructor P/T

8/29/2018

JOB TITLE: High School Equivalency Teacher – Adult Education
REPORTS TO: Rochdale Adult Learning Center Manager

JOB LOCATION: Queens Library Rochdale Adult Learning Center 169-09 137th Ave., Jamaica NY 11434

Job Summary:
Rochdale Adult Learning Center seeks Part-Time Adult Basic Education/High School Equivalency Teachers to teach 4-5 subjects (Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Math and Science) to adult students in the Adult Education Program, and prepare students for the TASC exam. The position requires creative and dedicated instructors particularly experienced with teaching adults. We have immediate openings for the Fall, starting in September. Hours are Mondays from 10AM to 1PM and 4PM to 8PM for Fall. Starting pay is $38 per hour.
Responsibilities:

Manage a classroom of up to 15-25 adults over the age of 18+.
Help students prepare for the TASC exam and improve their literacy level.
Develop and deliver daily lesson plans/curriculum and educational activities for students in ABE/HSE programming
Review assessments tests and monitor students’ educational progress and liaise with staff members. Provide feedback and establish education plans
Report attendance for each session.
Demonstrate ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in using technology in the classroom.
Knowledge of MS Office and google drive.
Provide tutoring services to students

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and minimum 3+ years’ experience teaching Adult Basic Education.
Experienced teachers with good interpersonal skills who enjoy working in diverse cultural settings.
Passionate teachers looking to empower underserved communities through Adult Basic education.
Excellent communication, organizational, verbal and written skills.
Experience with TABE testing preferred.
Knowledge of Common Core Basics and College and Career Readiness Standards preferred.
Knowledge of the New York State TASC exam preferred.

How to apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to lrodriguez@queenslibrary.org with “HSE Teacher” in the subject line.
Queens Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ESOL Instructor P/T

8/29/2018

ESL instructor (LISMA Manhattan)
Compensation: $20-40 /h DOE
Class time: 1) 14 hours /M-Th, 2) 14 hours / Fri-Sat
Boutique English Language school in K-Town looking for highly qualified instructors for term-to-term teaching assignments beginning this Fall semester. Applicants should have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and a TESOL Certificate or equivalent and at least two years teaching adults. NYC experience teaching business English, TOEFL, or GRE is especially desired. Instructors are responsible for delivering a predetermined curriculum and choosing the supplementary materials appropriate for your students. Successful instructor is expected to have

Punctuality
Ability to stay positive and calm in a high-pressure environment
Excellent intercultural communication skills for all types of English Language Learners (ELLs)
Willingness to be flexible in terms of teaching assignment(s) and acting as a substitute when possible

Please Send your CV with cover letter to jimmyj@icncareer.com

ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher (P/T)

8/29/2018

ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher (P/T)

The Lehman College Adult Learning Center is seeking a dynamic part-time ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher to work with a diverse group of adult learners. The class meets twice a week for three hours each day. The position begins in September 2018; starting salary is $32/hr. The Lehman ALC is currently hiring for morning classes.

Essential duties include:

Providing high-quality theme-based instruction to help students develop their reading and writing skills
Designing engaging lessons to help students foster a love of reading and learning
Collaborating with staff and teachers to develop best teaching practices and enriching materials
Reviewing and communicating class progress with both staff and students
Actively partaking in in-house teacher meetings and citywide professional development
Maintaining class attendance and communicating with students about program participation issues
Participating in new student orientations and program-wide events and activities
Conducting required assessments including TABE and TASC Readiness exams
Having a willingness to learn and become part of the ALC community of teachers and learners

Education Requirements:
Candidate must have Bachelor's degree and relevant teaching and education experience. Prior adult education experience, Master’s Degree a plus.

How to apply:
Please submit resume and cover letter to brian.rausse@lehman.cuny.edu with position title in the subject line.

ESOL, Citizenship, and Spanish HSE Instructors P/T

8/29/2018

New York City College of Technology
Division of Continuing Education
Part Time ESOL, Citizenship, and HSE Spanish Instructor Positions

The Adult Learning Center is looking to fill part-time instructor positions including ESOL, Citizenship, and HSE Spanish for daytime, evening, and Saturday sessions. Classes offered at the NYC College of Technology and offsite locations. Classes scheduled to start in September.
Responsibilities include:

Customize instruction to create a high quality English curriculum/lesson plans for adults
Create a student-centered, engaging learning environment
Assess student progress and provide feedback
Administer and monitor student testing, including Best Plus and Best Literacy
Maintain attendance records and communicate with administrative staff and counselors regarding student absences and other issues
Complete 14 hours of professional development through Regional Adult Education Network (RAEN) offerings

Qualifications:

BA or BS in education or related field, TESOL
Minimum two years related teaching experience, preferably in grant-funded literacy programs
Experience creating thematic, content-based curricula
Best Plus certified preferred
Excellent interpersonal, writing and oral communication skills

Hourly teaching rate starts at $32 per hour

Please send cover letter and resume to Giovanna Perciballi, Assistant Director of Education Programs at gperciballi@citytech.cuny.edu. Please indicate availability and class preference in cover letter.

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