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ABE Instructor P/T

8/31/2016

Adult Basic Education Instructor
About Harlem Commonwealth Council:
Harlem Commonwealth Council, Inc. (HCC) is a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) local development organization dedicated to broad-based economic improvements to Upper Manhattan and the Bronx, as well as to their vibrant multi-cultural communities. Since 1967, Harlem Commonwealth Council has served the greater Harlem community by implementing a number of successful ventures and programs that promote self-sufficiency and create stability through economic development projects, academic empowerment and entrepreneurial support. Located in the heart of Harlem, HCC has a history of responding to the community’s needs. Initially, the organization’s Economic Development focus was real estate development. Currently, HCC’s Economic Development strategy includes helping launch and build businesses and assisting less skilled Upper Manhattan residents become economically independent through training and education.

Key Responsibilities
An HCC ABE teacher is responsible for the implementation of basic education instruction to adult students. Under minimum supervision, the individual will conduct instruction as specified in HCC's adult basic education program curriculum guide. With the assistance of the director, plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the adult student.

Maintains a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Uses a variety of instructional methods and techniques.
Meets and instructs classes as designated.
Prepares for all classes assigned.
Determines the correct entry level of students.
Evaluates student progress regularly with the intent of improving student performance in accordance with HCC and funding guidelines
Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records.
Promotes and regularly monitors class attendance in accordance with HCC policy and funders expectations.
Intervenes as appropriate with students to discuss and promote class attendance and performance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required or five years of teaching adult education.
Knowledge of adult student characteristics.
Knowledge of adult basic education content areas.
Teaching ability in ABE content areas.
Sensitivity to and experience working with diverse populations, and experience working with students of varying skill levels.
Ability to organize data to produce student reports.
Ability to make decisions concerning student instruction

Compensation/Schedule
$32/ hour; 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Monday -Thursday

Applications should be sent to recruiting@harlemcommonwealth.or with Part-time ABE Instructor as the subject

ESOL Instructor P/T

8/31/2016

Agency Background
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) is a community-based, not-for-profit organization founded in 1979 that has grown into a leading multiservice agency with a staff of over 100 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, integrating numerous crisis intervention services under one roof. With their crises resolved, clients move seamlessly to capacity building services through our holistic programs designed to transition individuals and families from crisis to self sufficiency.

Our Legal Services, Social Services, and Weatherization programs meet community members’ basic needs including housing, income, 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 and Career Services program imparts individual community members with the additional practical tools necessary to build secure and prosperous futures.

Job Title:         ESOL Teacher
Department:    Education and Career Services
Reports to:       Educational Coordinator
FLSA Status:   P/T Non-Exempt, Evenings & Mornings available

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ESOL Teacher is responsible for teaching English to NMIC participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop curriculum for ESOL instruction based on educational and NMIC's ESOL curriculum.
Develop and deliver daily lesson plans and educational activities for program participants.
Administer assessment tests, i.e., BEST Plus, and report results.
Responsible for monitoring of students' educational progress.
Complete and submit weekly lesson logs.
Write and maintain regular participant case notes to document students' educational
Maintain attendance records and submit daily attendance logs to program staff.
Attend professional development sessions according to city and state standards
Attend program meetings as required by supervisor
Initiate and participate in case conferences, where needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA/BS required, MA strongly preferred.
TESOL/TEFL certification preferred, but not required.
BestPlus 2.0 certification preferred, but not required.

SALARY/BENEFITS
NMIC offers a competitive salary based on experience and education as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid time off including 20 vacation days, 15 sick days, 5 personal days, and 12 agency holidays; a 401k with agency contribution; and other benefits.

NMIC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation 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 Falinia Adkins, Education Coordinator at faliniaadkins@nmic.org:

Cover letter
Resume
One writing sample
Salary requirements

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

Career Prep Coordinator F/T

8/31/2016

Grace Outreach seeks a skilled, passionate professional to play an integral role in the delivery of services in the Career Prep program area of the organization. This position requires the ability to deliver career-based content to students in a classroom setting, knowledge of the NYC workforce development landscape, ability to advise students 1-on-1 regarding career options and possibilities, flexibility, the ability to communicate positively in multiple directions, and an openness to continual learning. The Career Prep Coordinator will also be focused outside the organization, in order to maintain and develop relationships with quality vocational training programs, employers, and colleagues in the field doing similar work.
Coordinate Career Prep program activities:

Manage and coordinate day-to-day Career Prep activities serving 70-100 current students, and 1000+ alumnae
Meet and work 1-on-1 with individual students, both current and alumni, on career-related activities, including resume review and interview prep
Capture, manage, and review data utilizing Sales Force CRM platform and interactive database
Maintain accurate metrics for program performance and prepare analysis for internal and external use
Develop technology-centered training for High School Equivalency students

Teach weekly Career Prep class to current High School Equivalency students

Use existing curriculum to continue to teach Career Prep class that actively engages students in learning about the workforce and vocational programs
Develop new and innovative technology-centered teaching approaches to preparation of workforce materials in the classroom
Advise students on completion of workforce goals by providing detailed feedback on application materials created

Maintain and Develop Relationships with vocational training partners and employers:

Connect students to employment and vocational training opportunities in the Bronx and NYC
Strengthen and build relations with quality vocational training programs and community-based organizations
Attend meetings with partner organizations and coalitions in the workforce development field around NYC

Coordinate and Carry Out Career Development Events:

Put together larger program events such as Job Fairs and Mock Interview sessions
Put together and lead field trips for students to employment-related programs and events

Participate as member of larger Grace Outreach staff team:

Work collaboratively with 12+ colleagues in helping to carry out overall Grace Outreach mission
Complete a high volume of varied responsibilities and thrive in a fast-paced setting

Minimum Qualifications: B.A. degree, with experience in workforce development/non-profit/education field.
Ability to skillfully utilize Microsoft Office Suite software, SalesForce or similar CRM/database software. Ability to contribute to organization's well-established positive culture, and ethical values and practices.

Go to this link to apply http://www.idealist.org/view/job/9g66XBC7wnH4/

Counselor Coordinator F/T

8/31/2016

Counselor Coordinator/F-T
Turning Point Education Center

Position Description
This position is responsible for supervising the Education Center's counseling team, further developing the department (as detailed below), and providing important leadership between departments and overall at the Education Center. The counseling team is an integral part of the Education Center's mission. As the leader for this department, this position has the chance to make a broad impact at Turning Point and in Sunset Park.

This position also has a caseload as an ABE/HSE counselor, working with students (primarily youth, but also some adults) to identify, predict, and prevent obstacles to learning. S/he provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, goal setting, and employment readiness assistance. Counselors work closely with teachers and administrative staff to provide 360 degree service.

This is a full-time position that requires a flexible weekday schedule, with potentially one evening shift expected each week.
We are especially interested in candidates with clinical experience who can provide both programmatic and clinical supervision; however, we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Turning Point's Education Center is a community-based program in Sunset Park (Brooklyn) offering free Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (HSE), and English (ESOL) classes, as well as support services. Our qualified staff is committed to creating an holistic learning community where students develop the skills to reach their goals. Peer support, student-centered learning, and critical thinking are central to the program. Our basic literacy and HSE programs primarily serve out-of-school youth, and our program embraces youth culture and youth development strategies.

Essential Job Functions

Provide programmatic and clinical supervision for ABE/HSE and ESOL counselors
Lead the continuous improvement of the department and the program by co-leading staff development, strategic and tactical program decisions, and development of new projects or programs, as needed
Represent the Education Center at meetings with community partners, city-wide events, and/or Turning Point programs
Data: oversee data accountability for the team; develop processes as needed; collect and maintain accurate data on student outcomes; submit accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required
Lead regular interdisciplinary case conferences with teaching and counseling staff. Collaborate with teachers by sitting in on classes and case conferencing on a regular basis to co-evaluate student progress
Regular, confidential, individual supportive counseling for youth, proactively resolving student issues that may interfere with academic success
Crisis intervention conferencing
Facilitate student group sessions that support holistic personal growth, provide resources to help overcome obstacles, and activities that build social skills
Refer students as needed, and assist and/or advocate for students to obtain: benefits, housing, school, employment, emergency assistance, shelter, daycare, and additional social services

Other Responsibilities

The following duties are to be performed as assigned by the supervisor:
Attend and participate in staff meetings and staff development sessions.
Lead design and facilitation of special events and student productions, such as the graduation ceremony
Keep abreast of trends and developments in the fields relevant to the work of the Education Center, represent its work at professional networks and meetings, and advance the work and reputation of the Education Center in the community.

Education and Certification

LMSW preferred, or Master's and equivalent experience working directly with adolescents, young adults, and/or immigrants in an advocacy/empowerment position.
LCSW candidates and those with a background in clinical supervision strongly encouraged to apply. Background in popular education philosophies a plus.

Special Skills and Knowledge
The ideal candidate for this position possesses most or all of the following:

Excellent leadership and collaborative skills
Commitment to youth development and adult education principles
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Out-going, friendly, patient, helpful, and professional demeanor
Proven leadership experience; ability to think and act independently
Experience with and ability to positively engage a young, diverse population with many needs, and be knowledgeable of the issues facing youth
Experience with conflict resolution
Knowledge and belief in the mission of the agency
Tech fluency: adept at word processing, spreadsheet, databases, and social media, or ability to quickly learn
Bilingual a plus (Spanish, Chinese, or Arabic)

To apply, candidates should email a resume, brief cover letter, and salary range, with "Counselor Coordinator" in the subject line, to: edcenterjobs@turningpointbrooklyn.org

Teacher Facilitator P/T

8/31/2016

Teacher Facilitator

RBSCC, INC. is seeking a part- time Teacher Facilitator. Days and times available include: Mondays from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Wednesdays: 5:00 PM -8:00 PM. Salary: $ 38.00 per hour.

Develop curricula for ABE, HSE and ESOL classes.
Ensure curricula is contextualized and that instructional materials effectively support learning.
Ensure all activities and lesson plans are aligned to Common Core Learning Standards for adults.
Conduct regular trainings and professional development sessions in order to enhance Instructor’s skills so they may successfully implement program curricula.
Model appropriate instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
Conduct classroom observations and provide guidance/supervision for instructional staff to ensure successful implementation of program curricula.
Meet regularly with Instructors to help with planning, modify curricula, and monitor student progress.
Attend monthly Program Improvement Committee to provide instructional feedback and report on student progress.
Adapt teaching style and strategies to maximize student learning and retention

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Education. Master's degree preferred. A minimum of 3 years teaching experience is a must. Experience with curriculum development. Must have knowledge and experience in adult learning practices and standards. Experience providing professional development preferred.

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

ABE Instructor (2 Positions) P/T

8/31/2016

ABE Instructor

RBSCC, INC. is seeking two (2) part- time ABE Instructors. Days and times available include: M,T, W: 9:00 AM -12:00 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 brios@rbscc.org or fax to 718-381-9680, Attn: Beatrice Rios.

ESOL Instructor(s) (Spanish Speaking) P/T

8/31/2016

(Spanish Speaking) Part Time Evening ESOL Instructor(s) – Queens

Make the Road New York (www.maketheroadny.org) is a non-profit organization that builds the power of Latino and working class communities to achieve dignity and justice through organizing, policy innovation, transformative education, and survival services. We have 16,000 members and operate five community centers in Bushwick, Brooklyn; Jackson Heights, Queens; Port Richmond, Staten Island; and Brentwood, Long Island.

Current Openings:
Make the Road New York’s Adult Literacy Team is seeking experienced, bilingual/Spanish proficient ESOL instructors committed to social justice for 1 and possibly two part-time positions at our Jackson Heights, Queens community centers. The instructors will teach ESOL as well as do class planning, materials creation, individualized follow up with students, and some meetings and professional development.

Strongly Preferred: Teaching Certification or Masters in TESOL; experience working in community based social justice organizations; interest in collaboration and professional development with team members.

Required: BA, at least 3 yrs. experience teaching ESOL to adults & multiple ESOL level classes. Must be creative, organized, and committed to thematic instruction and learner-centered, participatory education; must be able to speak some Spanish with students outside of class if not occasionally within class; Sense of humor/good team player a plus. Excellent computer skills. BEST Plus certification.

Class Schedules:
Classes will run from first week in Sept. thru the end of June 2016 with the following schedules:
Days per week Time Total hrs per week Level
class 1 M-Th 6-8 pm 13-14 hrs/wk High Beginner
class 2 T,W,Th 6-9 pm 14-15 hrs/wk Low intermediate

Salary Information: Starting compensation is based on a scale set by a democratically-elected personnel committee and will depend on factors such as experience and education.

How to Apply: Applicants should send resumes and cover letters ASAP to
esolinstructor16@maketheroadny.org. Interviews will likely be held the week of August 22 or 29th.

MRNY is an equal opportunity employer. Women, LGBTQ, and people of color strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without Discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.

ESOL Instructor P/T (Several Positions)

8/31/2016

CAMBA Needs ESOL Instructors
CAMBA needs several ESOL instructors to teach part-time at its 885 Flatbush Avenue site in Brooklyn, N.Y. The work schedules are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 1 to 4 PM, and 5:30 to 8:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Classes will start in the first week of October, 2016.

It is required that candidates have at least a BA/BS in education or a related field and at least 2 years of experience as an ESOL instructor; MA/MS preferred. It is also required that candidates be certified and experienced administrators of BEST Plus or BEST Plus 2.0. Candidates must be familiar with internet resources of relevance to English learners and be able to integrate technology and workplace skills into classroom instruction.

To apply for this opening, candidates need to email their updated and MS-Word formatted cover letter and resume as attachments to submitresumes@camba.org and Jude Pierre at JudeP@camba.org. Candidates need to also indicate for which session (morning, afternoon, or evening) they are applying.

CUNY Adult Literacy/HSE/ESL Program Jobs Board

8/26/2016

The City University of New York (CUNY) offers classes in adult learning centers on 14 CUNY campuses. To see the the CUNY Adult Literacy HSE ESOL job board click here

ESOL Instructor P/T

8/22/2016

Part-time 7 to 14 hours per week/evening.
B.A./B.S. degree is required and at least two years of recent experience working with immigrant populations. .Familiarity with Best-Plus test administration preferred.
Must be willing to travel to South Brooklyn
Compensation $36 per hour. Pro-rated accrued sick and vacation time earned.To apply: Email resume and cover letter by 08/24/2016 to: bmendes@fifthave.org
No phone calls please. For more information about the organization see: www.fifthave.org

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