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Student Mentor P/T

9/1/2022

 
Student Mentor - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (Part Time)
​
Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) is the direct service provider of ESOL and adult literacy instruction for the Library.  Professional teachers facilitate free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level in in-person and online classes. Student Mentors work as part of the Intake team that welcomes, orients, assesses and formally registers new students into the program. Student Mentors are responsible for accurate student information collection and data entry. Student Mentors are also expected to provide administrative support and complete general office duties as assigned. 

Responsibilities
  • Assists in entering statistical data for all ESOL/ABE classes 
  • Assists in tracking demographic information for new student information sessions
  • Support a variety of behind-the-scenes tasks, from basic tasks like cutting paper to more involved tasks such as setting up calendars, and producing documents
  • Provides overall support across all libraries in the preparation of materials and event setup (computers, video equipment, room arrangement, etc.) for information sessions
  • Assists in the student intake across the Library, greeting new students, and helping direct them through the registration process by signing them in, seating them for the program, acting as translators (if bi-lingual), and making them feel comfortable within a library setting.
  • Administer TABE and BestPlus standardized assessments for language and literacy (after receiving training) 
  • Help students fill out forms and collect the data necessary to complete the Individual Student Record Form (ISRF)
  • Provide office assistance (photocopying, FAXing, organizing supplies, answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking in/out library materials, etc.)

Required Education & Certifications
  • High School diploma or its equivalent
 
Required Experience
  • Demonstrated experience working with a culturally diverse adult population
  • Successfully demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Zoom
Preferred Qualifications
Required Skills
  • Successfully demonstrated ability to give clear and concise instructions to a diverse adult population
  • Successfully demonstrated computer and keyboarding skills 
  • Successfully demonstrated ability to follow directions and work well independently and as a part of a group
  • Successfully demonstrated reliability and flexibility
  • Ability to travel to other library sites for student intake and assessment

Schedule
  • 19 hours per week at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library
  • Flexible work schedule
 
To Apply, please visit https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/en/jobs/60133

ESOL Literacy Instructor P/T

9/1/2022

 
Make the Road New York is hiring an instructor for an in-person Adult Literacy ESOL class for the Sept-June school year at our Port Richmond, SI office. 

We offer paid prep time, meeting time, and holiday time, the option of summer work and a strong culture of support and collaboration.  

Make the Road New York (MRNY) builds the power of Latino and working-class communities to achieve dignity and justice through organizing, policy innovation, transformative education, and survival services. Make the Road New York operates neighborhood-based community centers in Bushwick, Brooklyn; Jackson Heights, Queens; Port Richmond, Staten Island; and Brentwood, Long Island. With a membership of over 24,000 low-income New Yorkers, MRNY tackles the critical issues facing our community: workplace justice, tenants’ rights, immigrant civil rights, language-access, LGBTQ justice, public education, health care access, and immigration reform.

Make the Road New York  https://maketheroadny.org/ is a multi-service organization. Our Education Department offers English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), citizenship preparation, health job training classes and in-school and after-school youth programs. Our Community Organizing Projects help New Yorkers to implement strategies to combat shared problems, and develop leadership and the capacity for civic participation. And our Departments of Legal, Health & Support Services provides direct legal representation, case management, and facilitated enrollment into public health insurance programs, training, and strategic support for members and organizing campaigns. Our attorneys and advocates specialize in labor and employment law, public benefits, disability benefits, housing law, healthcare and health insurance access, immigration, public education, domestic violence, and LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer) civil rights issues.

All candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID.  Classes will run until the end of June 2023 and summer work time will be available after that if/as teachers are interested.  

Office Location: Port Richmond Staten Island
Days of Wk: T-W-Th
Time class runs / (hrs): 6-9pm  (9 hrs/wk)
type/level of class: ESOL high beginning/ low inter-mediate
Hope to have teachers start on this date: ASAP- class will ideally start 9/13 (or soon after)
Total average hrs of work a week  you’ll be paid: 16 hrs/wk
 
*In addition to class time, teachers are paid a .5 hrs/prep for every teaching hour, 1 hr a week to communicate with students outside of class, and 1 hr a week for meetings with supervisors/other teachers.  

Teachers are also paid for occasional required professional development and meeting time and are expected to help with attendance, as well as post testing and re-enrollment at the end of the cycle. Teachers are also supported and paid to write monthly progress notes. (Training on any of the related admin tasks will be provided as well regular support on curricular and student related issues/questions.)
Teachers’ responsibilities include: 
  • Curricular design work- Hand in course outlines, unit and lesson plans and related materials in the requested format by the deadlines that are set and agreed to. Maintain all of that in the Google drive, and integrate certain thematic content and materials into lessons as required by funders or decided by the team;   
  • Student Assessment- combine BEST Plus initial assessments with original reading and writing assessments at the beginning of the cycle and continue to assess students in an intentional and structured way throughout the cycle
  • Instruction- Deliver content material in ways that take into account students’ levels and learning styles, the need to pace and scaffold information, and the need to balance the 4 skills + vocabulary development and grammar skill development
  • Communication with and support of students - Call absent students every day and document calls; make referrals to MRNY’s case manager as needed
  • Related admin/grant related tasks- in addition to tracking attendance, help with post testing, grading of samples of students’ work, and writing monthly progress notes for a portion of students in the class, as funders require
  • Participate in meetings and trainings- attend external professional development according to funders’ requirements, as well as 1 on 1 support meetings, team and staff meetings

Strongly Preferred:  At least 3 yrs. ESOL teaching experience preferably to adults in community based settings.

Job Requirements:
  • Eligible to work in the US 
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Teaching Certification or Masters in TESOL
  • BEST Plus certification (ESOL)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Enough Spanish to communicate with students outside of class if not occasionally within class
  • Very strong facility with most or all of these: GSuite, Microsoft Office, Zoom
  • Commitment to thematic instruction and learner-centered, participatory education
  • Required by New York City mandate to show vaccination proof

Job Competencies:
  • Interest in collaboration and professional development with team members
  • Creativity and dedication
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Comfort integrating digital literacy tools and activities into classes
  • Job preferences:
  • Experience working in immigrant services and/or community-based social justice organizations
  • Experience developing original thematic, engaging curricular materials

Salary & Benefits
Starting salary is based on a scale set by a democratically-elected personnel committee and will depend on factors such as experience and education. MRNY offers an excellent benefit package including access to health insurance, & 401K to staff with over 20 hrs a week, and generous paid vacation, sick, personal days and paid holidays. The salary range for this position is from $45,099 -$61,859 when the position is FT and the hourly rate is between $25-30/hr, depending on experience.

Please note, MRNY staff are currently working both remotely and in-person through 2022, though this class will be delivered in person. This position will be based at our SI office and will continue to require a mix of remote non instructional work and in person instructional and assessment related work in 2023. Hybrid work schedules for these positions which identify when work will be based in the office and when outside of the office will be created and then adjusted when needed  in consultation with the supervisors of those we hire. 

How to Apply: Please click here: External Candidates

MRNY is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse staff. Women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability or marital status.

ESOL Instructor P/T

9/1/2022

 
MRNY SEEKING SI based pm PT ESOL Instructor

Make the Road New York is hiring an instructor for an  in-person Adult Literacy ESOL class for the Sept-June school year at our Port Richmond, SI office. 
We offer paid prep time, meeting time, and holiday time, the option of summer work and a strong culture of support and collaboration.  
​
Make the Road New York (MRNY) builds the power of Latino and working-class communities to achieve dignity and justice through organizing, policy innovation, transformative education, and survival services. Make the Road New York operates neighborhood-based community centers in Bushwick, Brooklyn; Jackson Heights, Queens; Port Richmond, Staten Island; and Brentwood, Long Island. With a membership of over 24,000 low-income New Yorkers, MRNY tackles the critical issues facing our community: workplace justice, tenants’ rights, immigrant civil rights, language-access, LGBTQ justice, public education, health care access, and immigration reform.

Make the Road New York   https://maketheroadny.org/ is a multi-service organization. Our Education Department offers English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), citizenship preparation, health job training classes and in-school and after-school youth programs. Our Community Organizing Projects help New Yorkers to implement strategies to combat shared problems, and develop leadership and the capacity for civic participation. And our Departments of Legal, Health & Support Services provides direct legal representation, case management, and facilitated enrollment into public health insurance programs, training, and strategic support for members and organizing campaigns. Our attorneys and advocates specialize in labor and employment law, public benefits, disability benefits, housing law, healthcare and health insurance access, immigration, public education, domestic violence, and LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer) civil rights issues.

All candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID.  Classes will run until the end of June 2023 and summer work time will be available after that if/as teachers are interested.  

Office Location: Port Richmond Staten Island
Days of Week: T-W-Th
Time class runs / (hrs): 6-9pm  (9 hrs)
type/level of class: ESOL high beginning/low intermediate
Hope to have teachers start on this date: ASAP- class will ideally start 9/13 (or soon after)
Total average Hours of work a week  you’ll be paid: 16 hrs/wk

*In addition to class time, teachers are paid a .5 hrs/prep for every teaching hour, 1 hr a week to communicate with students outside of class, and 1 hr a week for meetings with supervisors/other teachers.  
Teachers are also paid for occasional required professional development and meeting time and are expected to help with attendance, as well as post testing and re-enrollment at the end of the cycle. Teachers are also supported and paid to write monthly progress notes. (Training on any of the related admin tasks will be provided as well regular support on curricular and student related issues/questions.)
Teachers’ responsibilities include: 
  • Curricular design work- Hand in course outlines, unit and lesson plans and related materials in the requested format by the deadlines that are set and agreed to. Maintain all of that in the Google drive, and integrate certain thematic content and materials into lessons as required by funders or decided by the team;   
  • Student Assessment- combine BEST Plus initial assessments with original reading and writing assessments at the beginning of the cycle and continue to assess students in an intentional and structured way throughout the cycle
  • Instruction- Deliver content material in ways that take into account students’ levels and learning styles, the need to pace and scaffold information, and the need to balance the 4 skills + vocabulary development and grammar skill development
  • Communication with and support of students - Call absent students every day and document calls; make referrals to MRNY’s case manager as needed
  • Related admin/grant related tasks- in addition to tracking attendance, help with post testing, grading of samples of students’ work, and writing monthly progress notes for a portion of students in the class, as funders require
  • Participate in meetings and trainings- attend external professional development according to funders’ requirements, as well as 1 on 1 support meetings, team and staff meetings

Strongly Preferred:  At least 3 yrs. ESOL teaching experience preferably to adults in community based settings.
Job Requirements:
  • Eligible to work in the US 
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Teaching Certification or Masters in TESOL
  • BEST Plus certification (ESOL)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Enough Spanish to communicate with students outside of class if not occasionally within class
  • Very strong facility with most or all of these: GSuite, Microsoft Office, Zoom
  • Commitment to thematic instruction and learner-centered, participatory education
  • Required by New York City mandate to show vaccination proof

Job Competencies:
  • Interest in collaboration and professional development with team members
  • Creativity and dedication
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Comfort integrating digital literacy tools and activities into classes
Job preferences:
  • Experience working in immigrant services and/or community-based social justice organizations
  • Experience developing original thematic, engaging curricular materials

Salary & Benefits
Starting salary is based on a scale set by a democratically-elected personnel committee and will depend on factors such as experience and education. MRNY offers an excellent benefit package including access to health insurance, & 401K to staff with over 20 hrs a week, and generous paid vacation, sick, personal days and paid holidays. The salary range for this position is from $45,099 -$61,859 when the position is FT and the hourly rate is between $25-30/hr, depending on experience.

Please note, MRNY staff are currently working both remotely and in-person through 2022, though this class will be delivered in person. This position will be based at our SI office and will continue to require a mix of remote non instructional work and in person instructional and assessment related work in 2023. Hybrid work schedules for these positions which identify when work will be based in the office and when outside of the office will be created and then adjusted when needed  in consultation with the supervisors of those we hire. 

How to Apply: Please click here: External Candidates

MRNY is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse staff. Women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability or marital status.

Case Manager (Bilingual English Spanish) F/T

9/1/2022

 
Literacy Case Manager (Spanish-speaking) F/T
 
Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender-based violence.

The Literacy Case Manager will assist with the coordination of academic and literacy related activities for Sanctuary for Families’ Economic Empowerment Program (EEP), focusing on Spanish-speaking clients.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assesses students’ literacy and fluency levels using the TABE and the BEST Plus
  • Assists with student case management
  • Monitors student progress while enrolled in external GED/Adult Literacy programs
  • Facilitates individual and small group sessions focused on language and literacy development
  • Assists with general class instruction
  • Provides administrative support to EEP’s Spanish programming
Fluency in English and Spanish required
Salary: $45,000 + benefits
Hybrid position (1-2 days a week in our office in downtown Manhattan)
To apply, or to see additional details: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/105005

ESOL Instructor P/T

9/1/2022

 
ESOL Instructor
The Borough of Manhattan Community College Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development (BMCC) is seeking a creative and energetic ESOL Instructor for its grant funded Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE) program. IELCE is an innovative program that combines English language acquisition with high demand technology workforce training. Students are concurrently enrolled in technology training and ESOL classes that directly support the language demands of that training. The ESOL instructor must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of technology including Microsoft Excel, Office and PowerPoint as well as a record of effective contextualized instruction in the ESOL classroom. Experience adapting and implementing I-BEST-model programs would be particularly relevant as would problem-based-learning models for English Language Learners. The Instructor will also assist with intake and assessment of program applicants and submit required data into ASISTS.

Part time Instructor positions are available for either morning or evening classes. Or these positions could be combined for a fulltime salaried position.

​Part time rate is $40 an hour

Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter detailing your related work experience to [email protected].

ESOL Instructor P/T

9/1/2022

 
Center for Family Life in Sunset Park
English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Instructor (Part-Time – evening classes available)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Creating and customizing instructional materials (including but not limited to lesson plans, curricula, and syllabi) by building on own training and experience in order to deliver high-quality lessons for adult English Language Learners
  • Providing hybrid instruction (online and in-person) by using a variety of online tools and platforms (ex. Zoom and email) as well as using own and supplied materials
  • Assisting with outreach and recruitment for all ESOL classes offered at the Center for Family Life
  • Assisting with registering students at the start of each cycle and completing all paperwork
  • Assisting with assessing each student's level of ability utilizing Best Plus 2.0 to ensure appropriate placement
  • Informally and/or formally assessing each student throughout the semester to track progress
  • Maintaining daily student attendance records and following up with students with low attendance.
  • Assisting with students’ monthly progress updates/check-ins
  • Collecting and maintaining student work for student portfolios
  • Communicating with program director regarding apparent barriers to student success (e.g., child daycare needs, possible health/housing issues, etc.)
  • Coordinating with program director regarding next steps in student's progress toward achieving their goals
  • Providing all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports
  • Attending at least eighteen (18) hours of professional development activities in the fiscal year.
Position Requirements:
  • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) required
  • Advanced computer skills required and ability to teach online using various platforms
  • BEST Plus 2.0 testing certification preferred
  • At least two years of experience teaching ESOL preferred
  • Experience working with immigrant communities
  • Ability to provide services in a manner sensitive to the backgrounds and cultures of program participants
  • Bilingual Spanish and/or Chinese preferred
  • Ability to teach in-person and in a hybrid environment required
To apply send resume to Zuzanna Nomura [email protected]
ESOL Program Coordinator, Center for Family Life

HSE Instructor P/T

9/1/2022

 
NEW YORK CITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
PART TIME HSE INSTRUCTOR POSITION

Under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of Education Programs, the HSE Instructor will provide high school equivalency instruction to daytime students at the Adult Learning Center.  Classes offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9am – 1pm. 
Instruction will be conducted with a combination of online lessons via Zoom and in-person classes at 25 Chapel Street in downtown Brooklyn. 

Class Schedule:

Mondays (virtual) 9am – 1pm
Tuesdays (in-person) 9am – 1pm
Thursdays (virtual) 9am – 1pm

Responsibilities include:
  • Create a student-centered, engaging learning environment, as required by CUNY
  • Develop theme-based, contextualized lessons using both synchronous and in-person instruction in all subject areas (math, science, reading, writing & social studies)
  • Assess student content knowledge and tailor instruction relevant to GED preparation
  • Evaluate student progress and provide feedback, both formally and informally
  • Administer required assessments, which include TABE and GED Readiness tests
  • Maintain attendance records and work collaboratively with administrators and counselors on student participation and needs
  • Complete professional development hours as required by the Regional Adult Education Network (RAEN)
 
Qualifications:
  • BA or BS in education or related field
  • Minimum two years related teaching experience, preferably in grant-funded literacy programs
  • Knowledge of GED exam and subject area content
  • Experience teaching online classes preferred
  • Ability to create thematic, content-based curricula
  • Proficient at integrating technology into lessons
  • Excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral communication skills
Please send cover letter and resume to Giovanna Perciballi at [email protected]
Hourly Teaching Rate: $39 p/h

ESOL Instructors P/T

9/1/2022

 
NEW YORK CITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
PART TIME ESOL INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS
Under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of Education Programs, the ESOL Instructor will provide English language instruction to students at the Adult Learning Center.  Daytime, evening, and Saturday classes available with hybrid or in-person schedules. 
Instruction will be conducted with a combination of online lessons via Zoom and in-person classes at 25 Chapel Street in downtown Brooklyn. 
 
Daytime Class Schedule:
Monday (in-person) 9am – 1pm
Wednesday (virtual) 9am – 1pm
Thursday (virtual) 9am – 1pm

Evening Class Schedule:
Monday (virtual) 6-9pm
Wednesday (virtual) 6-9pm
Thursday (in-person) 6-9pm

Saturday Class Schedule:
9am – 3pm (in-person)
 
Responsibilities include:
  • Develop theme-based, contextualized lessons using both synchronous and in-person instruction to create a high-quality English curriculum/lesson plans for adults
  • Create a student-centered, engaging learning environment, as required by CUNY
  • Evaluate student progress and provide feedback, both formally and informally
  • Administer and monitor student testing, including Best Plus and Best Literacy
  • Maintain attendance records and work collaboratively with administrators and counselors on student participation and needs
  • 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
  • Experience teaching online classes preferred
  • Best Plus certified preferred
  • Proficient at integrating technology into lessons
  • Excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral communication skills

Hourly teaching rate starts at $39 per hour
Please send cover letter and resume to Giovanna Perciballi, Assistant Director of Education Programs at [email protected]. 

ABE/HSE Instructor: Literacy/Social Studies Specialist P/T

9/1/2022

 
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 120 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: ABE/HSE Instructor – Literacy/Social Studies Specialist
Department: Education & Career Services
Reports To: Education Coordinator
Location: Main Office: 45 Wadsworth Avenue, NY, NY 10033
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ABE/HSE Literacy/Social Studies Specialist is a part-time position responsible for providing instruction to ABE/HSE classes in the Adult Education division of the Education & Career Services department in conjunction with a Math Specialist. The ABE/HSE instructor is responsible for teaching basic literacy up to high school level reading and writing alongside GED social studies concepts to young adult and adult learners enrolled in education classes (depending on class assignment). Classes will be taught hybrid. We offer both morning and evening classes. This is an in-person position. We offer morning (9-12) and evening (6-9) classes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop and facilitate curriculum for ABE and HSE instruction based on educational and Common Core Standards.
  • Instruct beginning learners as they develop basic literacy concepts.
  • Provide literacy and social studies instruction to prepare students for the test to obtain their high school equivalency diploma, i.e., GED.
  • Collaborate with the Math Specialist to coordinate class activities and conference on students.
  • Develop and deliver daily lesson plans and educational activities for program participants.
  • Monitor students' engagement and classroom conduct.
  • Maintain attendance records and submit attendance logs to program staff.
  • Complete biweekly case notes according to funders’ mandates.
  • Submit lesson plans weekly
  • Host guest speakers, volunteers and/or alternate programming when needed.
  • Maintain an active Google Classroom.
  • Utilize technology in the classroom to enrich the educational experience
  • Attend professional development sessions and program meetings.
  • Initiate and participate in case conferencing sessions as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • BA/BS required
  • MA strongly preferred
  • Minimum three years experience in an educational setting required
  • Experience teaching multiple ages with various needs
  • Experience using technology to enhance learning
  • Dedication to creating an inclusive classroom
  • Must have superb presentation & classroom presence and be a dynamic instructor
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • Bilingual English/Spanish helpful but not required

SALARY/BENEFITS:
33$ per hour plus planning time (one hour per class session)

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 (He/Him), Academic Coordinator, at [email protected] with the job title in the subject line:
  • Cover letter 
  • Resume
  • One Brief Lesson Plan 
All attachments should be in Word or PDF form. No phone calls, please. 
Please note this position will be in person

ABE/HSE Instructor: Math/Science Specialist P/T

9/1/2022

 
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 120 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: ABE/HSE Instructor – Math/Science Specialist
Department: Education & Career Services
Reports To: Education Coordinator
Location: Main Office: 45 Wadsworth Avenue, NY, NY 10033
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The ABE/HSE Math/Science Specialist is a part-time position responsible for providing instruction to ABE/HSE classes in the Adult Education division of the Education & Career Services department in conjunction with a Literacy Specialist. The ABE/HSE instructor is responsible for teaching basic math up to algebra and geometry and GED Science concepts to young adult and adult learners enrolled in education classes. Classes will be taught hybrid. This is an in-person position. We offer both morning and evening classes. We offer morning (9-12) and evening (6-9) classes

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop and facilitate curriculum for ABE and HSE instruction based on educational and Common Core Standards.
  • Instruct beginning learners are they develop basic numeracy concepts
  • Provide math and science instruction to prepare students for the test to obtain their high school equivalency diploma, i.e., GED.
  • Collaborate with the Literacy Specialist to coordinate class activities and conference on students.
  • Develop and deliver daily lesson plans and educational activities for program participants.
  • Monitor students' engagement and classroom conduct.
  • Maintain attendance records and submit attendance logs to program staff.
  • Enter biweekly case notes into NMIC database according to funders’ mandates.
  • Submit lesson plans weekly
  • Host guest speakers, volunteers and/or alternate programming when needed.
  • Maintain an active Google Classroom.
  • Utilize technology in the classroom to enrich the educational experience
  • Attend professional development sessions and program meetings.
  • Initiate and participate in case conferencing sessions as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • BA/BS required
  • MA strongly preferred
  • Minimum three years experience in an educational setting required
  • Experience teaching multiple ages with various needs
  • Experience using technology to enhance learning
  • Dedication to creating an inclusive classroom
  • Must have superb presentation & classroom presence and be a dynamic instructor
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

SALARY/BENEFITS:
33$ per hour plus planning time (one hour per class session)

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 (He/Him), Academic Coordinator, at [email protected] with the job title in the subject line:
  • Cover letter 
  • Resume
  • One Brief Lesson Plan 

All attachments should be in Word or PDF form. No phone calls, please. 
Please note this position will be in person
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