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HSE Instructor F/T (Thailand)

4/21/2016

Position: Social Studies and Science Teacher
Program: Minmahaw Higher Education Program (MHEP)
Reports to: MHEP School Manager & Academic Coordinator
Organization: Education for Friendship Foundation (EFF)
Location: Mae Sot, Tak, 63110, Thailand
Position Dates: June 1st , 2016 – May 31st, 2017
Type: Full-time - 1 year contract

Organization: Minmahaw Higher Education Program (MHEP) is a non-profit, education organization. It operates in Mae Sot, on the Thai-Burma border, to educate young people from Burma with disadvantaged backgrounds. By providing an education which incorporates critical thinking and organizational skills, MHEP prepares students to take a high school equivalency exam so they can attain scholarships and gain entry to university. Although this is the direct aim of the program, the fundamental purpose is to promote higher education and support the new generation to play an active role in shaping their communities inside and outside Burma.

Position: MHEP offers a 12-month residential program for students with diverse educational backgrounds from various Burmese ethnic groups. The students will be chosen from refugee camps, migrant areas, and inside Burma. The syllabus covers English language and literature, academic reading and writing, mathematics, science (including chemistry, physics, biology), and social studies. All teaching is in English. Upon completing the course all students need to be able to pass the US GED (General Educational Development) exam, a high school equivalency test.

Responsibilities: Four hours of class (two for Social Studies and two for Science) per day, five days per week

Social Studies subjects include:

World History (15%)
American History (25%)
Politics (25%)
Economics (20%)
Geography (15%)

There will be a focus on reading skills and critical thinking skills, with emphasis on use of various sources and social studies tools, such as tables, graphs, political cartoons, maps, and photographs.
Science topics include:

Chemistry (25%)
Physics (25%)
Biology (30%)
Earth Science (10%)
Space Science (10%)

Emphasis on problem solving skills including reading, critical thinking and the use of scientific concepts in real world situations
Introduce the scientific method and the use of experimentation in science
Demonstrate practically how science is instrumental in the world around us and how to apply the curriculum to everyday life
Construct and facilitate student and teacher- led labs in all disciples of science

As the Social Studies and Science teacher, responsibilities extend beyond the topics taught to include the following:

Contribute to the development and implementation of the Social Studies and Science curricula
Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations to teach principles and techniques in Social Studies and Science
Relate curricula to current events to encourage critical thinking and analysis
Establish clear objectives for all weekly lesson plans, units, and projects for Social Studies and Science
Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress.
Coordinate with the other teachers to promote integration of program and delivery.
Prepare and maintain educational materials and equipment
Assist program coordinator with enforcing behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students
Plan and conduct activities for a balance program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
Observe and evaluate student's work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement
Being able to incorporate technology within the classroom.
Provide coverage for other teachers as needed
Involvement in all MHEP staff meetings
Night study duty (which involves helping students during their study time) at MHEP at least once a week
Participate in extra-curricular activities outside the school and outside regular hours, as determined by the coordinator
Participation in the recruitment of students and staff for the 2015 - 2016 academic year along the Thai/ Burma boarder

The ideal candidate will have:

A relevant university degree or two years work experience in the same area
At least two years previous experience of teaching students English as a second language/English as a foreign language and/or teaching high school students preferred
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to adapt to various situations and experiences in limited-resource, challenging environments
Experience with curriculum building
Experience, exposure to the Burmese refugee and migrant situation helpful
Outgoing personality with interest in understanding other cultures
Ability to work within a team as well as independently

A CELTA/TEFL/TESOL certificate from a recognized institution preferred

Benefits:

20,000 Thai Baht/month Salary in accordance with local norms
4 weeks paid leave per annum plus selected public holidays
Visa and renewal costs
Lunch provided during the school week; dinner during night study duty
Valuable on-site experience with refugee and migrant communities

To Apply: Send a CV and cover letter to mhep.recruitment@gmail.com before May 1st, 2016

Pre-HSE, HSE Instructor P/T

4/18/2016

Start Date: May 2016
Hours: Part Time; Evening
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Program Overview: Our HSE Prep classes are a part of Henry Street Settlement’s Education and Employment Services, a $10M division providing a continuum of services from early childhood education through adult workforce programs designed to assist individuals in obtaining the skills necessary for lifetime self-sufficiency. HSE Prep classes will offer low-level job seekers opportunities to work towards earning their High School Equivalency. The HSE instructor will lead classes, instruct students in all subjects included on the TASC, develop curriculum and materials, design lessons, maintain a successful learning environment, collaborate with program staff and maintain program data/complete data entry as required by program and funding sources.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education (MEd) preferred
One (1) year teaching experience required
Ability to engage a diverse population including disconnected youth and adult learners
Knowledge of Pre-HSE and HSE curriculum and HSE testing requirements
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and web-hosted databases
Commitment to incorporating innovative teaching methods
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (including a great sense of humor)
Ability to assess differences in learning styles and capitalize on student strengths
Understanding of workforce development landscape and how to incorporate into curriculum a plus

Responsibilities:

Maintain a classroom conducive to learning and facilitate successful participant engagement, quality interaction and learning
Establish clear expectations and encouraging student accountability
Implement quality instructional practices, and vary methods of instruction, to encourage participation and retention
Conduct regular assessment/post-tests to determine advancement
Maintain timely and complete documentation, including individual case notes as prescribed by Program Coordinator and Director
Participate in required program and agency meetings including supervision
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Apply To: Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@henrystreet.org. In the subject of e-mail, please indicate "Pre-HSE/HSE Instructor" AND the website where the position was found.

HSE Program Coordinator F/T

4/18/2016

Start Date: May 2016
Hours: Full time including evenings
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Program Overview: Our HSE Prep classes are a part of Henry Street Settlement’s Education and Employment Services, a $10M division providing a continuum of services from early childhood education through adult workforce programs designed to assist individuals in obtaining the skills necessary for lifetime self-sufficiency. HSE Prep classes will offer low-level job seekers opportunities to work towards earning their High School Equivalency. We currently offer three different classes ranging from 4th grade to 12.9th grade. The Program Coordinator will both oversee the program as well as teach one class at the ABE level for days per week.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education (MEd) preferred
Two (2) years teaching and supervisory experience required
Ability to engage a diverse population including disconnected youth, adult learners
Knowledge of ABE, Pre-HSE and HSE curriculum and HSE testing requirements
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and web-hosted databases.
Commitment to incorporating innovative teaching methods
Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal skills (including a great sense of humor)
Ability to assess differences in learning styles and capitalize on student strengths

Responsibilities:

Oversee the implementation of Henry Street’s HSE program including outreach and recruitment, TABE testing, and instruction of an ABE level class (instruction will be approximately 50% of work time)
Provide support to another Pre-HSE/HSE level instructor
Ensure program is meeting funder outcomes and data collection requirements
Maintain a classroom conducive to learning and facilitate successful participant engagement, quality interaction and learning
Establish clear expectations and encouraging student accountability
Implement quality instructional practices, and vary methods of instruction, to encourage participation and retention
Conduct regular assessment/post-tests to determine advancement
Maintain timely and complete documentation, including individual case notes as prescribed by Program Director
Participate in required program and agency meetings including supervision
Additional tasks as assigned by supervisor

Apply To: Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@henrystreet.org. In the subject of e-mail, please indicate “HSE Program Coordinator” AND the website where the position was found.

Group Facilitator P/T

4/18/2016

The YMCA of Greater New York reaches half a million New Yorkers through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The YMCA of Greater New York seeks a dynamic professional to become the Y Roads Center’s Group Facilitator and work as part of a team at the Y Roads Literacy Center (YR-LC) in East New York, Brooklyn. The Group Facilitator will organize, lead and instruct small groups of young adults on a variety of curriculum topics that will improve their leadership capacity, life skills, and academic outcomes. The incumbent will lead / guide project-based learning, utilizing hands on service-learning projects and emphasizing connections to college and career readiness, promote life skills and leadership, and provide academic readiness support.
Responsibilities:

Plan and facilitate small group sessions with engaging and motivational openings.
Supervise student-centered, structured service-learning activities.
Generate interest in service-learning activities and interview potential participants.
Document activities and input data regularly.
Create and teach curriculum on topics such as work readiness, relationships, health, financial literacy, and other life skills areas of particular interest to young adults.
Utilize real world contexts and excursions to promote connections and engagement.
Facilitate academic readiness workshops.
Analyze student tests for trends and advise students and staff on assets and needs in group or individual contexts.
Facilitate project-based learning that is hands on and engaging, and not based on traditional lecture based instruction.
Promote student leadership and ownership of experiences within the program. Redirect negative behaviors as needed; engage young people in reflection and work towards improvement of outlooks and behaviors.
Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions and special events.

Qualifications:

Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of two years of teaching and / or youth engagement experience, preferably in working with high risk youth and the ability to facilitate groups.
Knowledge of additional languages a plus.
Positive youth development trainings a plus.

· Available to work late mornings and afternoons, Monday through Friday.

Culturally competent, knowledgeable of community, appreciative of diversity, and able to ensure that programs are delivered in a way that is sensitive to the cultures of participants
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent hospitality skills.

We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with an organizational culture committed to serving all members of our community. As a leading not-for-profit, community service organization, our Association relies heavily on fundraising to support the wide range of programs we proudly provide the communities we serve. Our expectation is that all staff promotes participation of their branch fundraising efforts in some capacity. If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please forward your cover letter and resume with subject line “Group Facilitator” to pshirgir@ymcanyc.org or to:
Y Roads Center – East New York
Attn.: Parvoneh Shirgir
60 Williams Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11207

ESOL Instructor P/T

4/18/2016

Adult Educator-P/T ESL instruction

Job Description: Adult Educator - P/T ESL Instruction Description/Requirements: Nassau BOCES Adult Learning Center is looking for part time ESL Instructors. Best PLUS and Best Literacy assessments and NRS regulation knowledge is preferred. Detailed record keeping, paperwork and lesson planning is essential. Previous Adult Education experience is preferred yet not required, working with ESL or TESOL education background is helpful and instructional certification in other areas is highly preferred. Teachers must hold a current New York State Education Teaching Certification. Classes meet for 3 hour sessions mornings and evenings. Evenings are 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, Monday and Wednesday or Tuesdays and Thursdays, in Freeport, Valley Stream or Westbury. Detailed schedules are subject to change. 12 hours of paid Professional development annually is required.

The majority of positions are evening, 6:30-9:30, at a various locations.

To Apply candidates must register at www.olasjobs.org (free) and apply to the above Nassau BOCES positions. For additional information, please e-mail LCarboy@nasboces.org .

HSE Instructor P/T

4/18/2016

Adult Educator - P/T HSE Instruction

Job Description: Nassau BOCES Adult Learning Center is looking for part time HSE Instructors. TABE assessments, NRS regulations and TASC exam knowledge is preferred. Detailed record keeping, organized with paperwork and lesson planning is essential. Knowledge of Prep PATH and ITTS software and internet use is helpful. Previous Adult Education experience is preferred yet not required. Math or ELA New York certifications in K-12 education background is preferred and instructional certification in other areas is helpful. Teachers must hold a current New York State Education Teaching Certification to apply. Classes meet for 3 hour sessions mornings and evenings. Evenings are 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in Westbury. Detailed class schedules are subject to change. 12 hours of paid Professional Development is required annually .

The majority of positions are evening, 6:30-9:30, at a various locations.

To Apply candidates must register at www.olasjobs.org (free) and apply to the above Nassau BOCES positions. For additional information, please e-mail LCarboy@nasboces.org .

ABE Instructor P/T

4/18/2016

ABE Instructor

RBSCC, INC. is seeking a part- time ABE Instructors. Days and times available include: M,T, W: 9:00 AM -2:30 PM. Salary: $ 35.00 per hour.

Effectively teach reading comprehension, standard English grammar, essay writing, math (arithmetic, geometry, & algebra), and test-taking skills to students.
Must be comfortable with learner-centered, participatory lessons and a project-based approach.
Teachers are responsible for creating her/his own curriculum and lesson plans.
Create engaging instructional strategies and lesson plans, integrating technology.
Provide instruction in math and/or literacy, including group instruction and one-on-one tutoring.
Evaluate student progress using standardized assessment tools and in class quizzes.
Integrate technology into instructional strategies.
Adapt teaching style and strategies to maximize student learning and retention
Meet with Program Coordinator to discuss participants’ progress.

Qualifications: Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field, licensed to teach preferred. Two years teaching experience preferred.

Please email resume and cover letters to rjagannath@rbscc.org or fax to 718-381-9680, Attn: Ramona Jagannath.

Spanish Language Instructor P/T

4/18/2016

Spanish Language Instructors P/T

The 1199SEIU Training and Employment Fund is looking for part time Spanish language instructors to assist health care staff to learn conversational Spanish for their jobs in hospitals and nursing homes. We have a core curriculum with a focus on oral communication.

Responsibilities:

Teach a beginner level Spanish in health care settings
Prepare lesson plans based on our core curriculum
Submit attendance sheets and related documents as outlined by office staff
Attend professional development and administrative meetings
Maintain communication with office staff about student progress, class details, etc.

Qualifications:

Degree in TESOL, Spanish or related area
Excellent command of the Spanish language
Minimum two years’ experience teaching Spanish to English speakers
Strong knowledge of effective second language practices
Must be able to create additional materials as needed
Must be able to travel to Bronx, Brooklyn and Manhattan
Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Morning and early afternoon hours. Some evening hours may be also needed.
Excellent hourly rate.

To be considered, please send resume to: jennifer.veras@1199funds.org

Pre-HSE Instructor P/T

4/18/2016

Pre-HSE Instructor
Queens Library- Young Adult Literacy Program – Jamaica, NY

DUTIES:

Effectively teach Reading comprehension, standard English Grammar, essay writing, Math (Arithmetic, Geometry, & Algebra), and test-taking skills.
Ability to develop lessons using extensive writing and reading practice in the content areas of Science and Social Studies.
Must be comfortable with learner-centered, participatory lessons and a project-based approach.
Create engaging instructional strategies and lesson plans, integrating technology.
Evaluate student progress using standardized assessment tools and in class quizzes.
Integrate technology into instructional strategies.
Adapt teaching style and strategies to maximize student learning and retention.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA/BS Degree, MA/MS Degree preferred with 2+ years of experience teaching young adults ages 16-24 years old.
Must have familiarity with the current NYS HSE exam, knowledge of TASC and Common Core State Standards.
Must be able to multi-task and have strong communication skills.
Be willing to participate in professional development workshops and/or certification programs to remain competent and relevant in the field of adult education.

Salary: $40/hour up to 17 hours per week.
The work schedule will include: Monday-Wednesday 9:30am-1:30pm & Thursday 9:30am-2:30pm.

TO APPLY: Please email a cover letter and resume to Olga.Lacayo@queenslibrary.org.

ESOL Instructor P/T

4/18/2016

The YMCA of Greater New York, which serves New York City’s extraordinarily diverse population, is seeking energetic and disciplined ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages) Instructors to fill immediate part-time positions. We are looking for individuals who can teach ESOL at the New Americans Welcome Center (NAWC), located in the Chinatown area, to students whose proficiency levels range from beginning literacy to high intermediate.
Responsibilities:

Research and write lesson plans.
Create and facilitate activities that motivate students and promote participation.
Deliver lessons using effective methodology.
Administer pre and post tests, and other evaluative tools.
Track classroom attendance and utilize other student monitoring devices.
Track deadlines and maintain comprehensive calendar of reports and forms; fill out all appropriate forms and submit in a timely manner.
Participate in designated meetings and special events.

Qualifications:

BS/BA degree or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of relevant experience teaching English and/or other languages. Bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Chinese is preferred.
Highly organized, with strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of Best Plus Testing and database is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent hospitality skills.

We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with an organizational culture committed to serving all members of our community. As a leading not-for-profit, community service organization, our Association relies heavily on fundraising to support the wide range of programs we proudly provide the communities we serve. Our expectation is that all staff promotes participation of their branch fundraising efforts in some capacity. If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please forward your cover letter resume with subject line “ESOL Instructor” to jchen@ymcanyc.org or to:

Chinatown YMCA
Attn.: Jie Ling Chen
100 Hester Street
New York, NY 10002

HSE Instructor F/T (Thailand)

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