Job Description
- Provide a safe learning environment for students, filled with opportunities to experience success, academic advancement, and support;
- Teach all subjects of the TASC: Math, Science, Writing, Reading, and Social Studies;
- Develop curriculum maps and level-appropriate lesson plans that promote balanced literacy and student-centered instruction, addressing multiple learning styles;
- Provide instruction in virtual settings, including synchronous video classes and asynchronous assignments;
- Lead educational field trips (virtual during remote work) and contribute to planning of events and celebrations;
- Administer the TABE assessment for new students;
- Teach customized enrichment classes to those who have passed some subjects of the TASC;
- Maintain and enter attendance in databases;
- Write progress notes for every student, with attention to those who are mandated to services;
- Communicate with other staff about participants’ progress and challenges and collaborate to create success plans for students experiencing difficulties;
- Participate in weekly staff meetings;
- Provide tutoring to active participants as well as graduates as time allows;
- Assist with Education referrals to appropriate settings and providers;
- Assist with development of and/or Facilitate a Project-Based learning group for 14 and 15 year-olds during SYEP;
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Director
- Minimum of BA/BS degree, with experience in tutoring and/or teaching youth;
- Demonstrated ability to engage, support and motivate disconnected youth;
- Ability to work effectively with diverse group of students and staff;
- Classroom management practices rooted in youth development principles;
- Familiarity with all subjects on the TASC;
- Willingness to participate in professional development both internally and externally;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Commitment to developing a safe learning environment; and,
- Open to working in a collaborative environment