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Community Education Partner - Cantonese Speaking Candidates

About RaisingHealth (formerly Academy of Medical & Public Health Services)
RaisingHealth Partners (formerly known as Academy of Medical & Public Health Services (AMPHS)) is a Brooklyn-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to accessing healthcare for immigrants and other under-served communities in NYC. Every year, we proudly serve and connect more than 20,000 New Yorkers to healthcare systems. Our programs equip immigrant populations with the knowledge to help them navigate the complexities of living in a new city and transition into post-secondary education and/or employment opportunities. At the same time, we also educate community members on their immigrant rights, healthy living, nutrition and health access, and create space for civic engagement.
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Description
Are you passionate about creating opportunities and transforming lives through education? RaisingHealth is seeking motivated and compassionate a Community Education Partners (CEP) to provide case management and outreach support for our educational programs, including ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and career readiness initiatives.

About the Role:
As a CEP, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to empower individuals and families. You’ll provide guidance, counseling, and access to resources that help students overcome challenges, succeed in their studies, and build brighter futures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a case manager, assessing student needs and addressing academic and personal challenges.
• Enroll students, represent RaisingHealth at community events, and advocate for program participants.
• Track student progress and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
• Provide resources and support to the diverse Sunset Park community.

Qualifications:

• We’re looking for candidates with a passion for community impact with:
• A bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Education, or a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Bilingual Skills: Cantonese & English is required.
• A strong understanding of immigrant barriers to education and employment is essential
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Availability to work Tuesday–Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM are also essential.

Why Join RaisingHealth?
Enjoy a supportive environment with benefits like generous paid time off, employee-sponsored health insurance, and holiday pay.

Take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact—apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:  Bachelor's (Required)
Language:  Cantonese(Required)
Work Location: In person

Salary
$54,000 - $55,000 per year

Apply at this linbk: jobs.gusto.com/postings/raisinghealth-formerly-academy-of-medical-public-health-services-community-education-partner-cantonese-speaking-candidates-encouraged-to-appy-6a03542b-01cb-4e93-8f23-b6d2e6d40067

​Manager - Community Education

About RaisingHealth (formerly Academy of Medical & Public Health Services)
RaisingHealth Partners (formerly known as Academy of Medical & Public Health Services (AMPHS)) is a Brooklyn-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to accessing healthcare for immigrants and other under-served communities in NYC. Every year, we proudly serve and connect more than 20,000 New Yorkers to healthcare systems. Our programs equip immigrant populations with the knowledge to help them navigate the complexities of living in a new city and transition into post-secondary education and/or employment opportunities. At the same time, we also educate community members on their immigrant rights, healthy living, nutrition and health access, and create space for civic engagement.

Description
Academy of Medical & Public Health Services (AMPHS) d/b/a is a Brooklyn-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to accessing healthcare for immigrants and other underserved communities in NYC. Every year, we proudly serve and connect more than 20,000 New Yorkers to healthcare systems. Our education programs equip immigrant populations with the knowledge to help them navigate the complexities of living in a new city and transition into post-secondary education and/or employment opportunities.

The Manager of Community Education is responsible for organizing strategies and managing learning resources for all RaisingHealth educational offerings. This includes, but is not limited to, curricula oversight for English as a Second Language (ESOL) courses, Mental Health First Aid, workshops and trainings on immigrant rights, civics, health access and literacy and other adult courses.
Duties:

• Develops and executes a comprehensive community education plan, aligned with RaisingHealth’s mission, to increase understanding and achievement of learning objectives with adult learning participants. This will include specific objectives and strategies to identify, cultivate, and engage with clients RaisingHealth supports.
• Provides oversight of RaisingHealth educational programming including ESOL courses, Mental Health First Aid, CPR and other educational workshops and event outreach activities and experiences, including special events that AMPHS hosts and community events in which RaisingHealth participates. Responsibilities include curricula development oversight, educational activities, and related learning materials.
• Develops, supervises, and supports Community Education Partners, Instructors, and other program staff as needed. Projects a positive image of all aspects of RaisingHealth to achieve trust and respect from the community as well as staff.
• Partners with social workers and instructors to identify and address barriers to adult student learning.

Requirements:

• Experience: 5 years of experience of demonstrated proficiency developing lessons, curriculum and facilitating experiential educational programming for adult learners. Demonstrated knowledge and skill of adult learning principles required. Program evaluation experience highly preferred.
• 2 years experience in staff supervision, professional development, training, mentoring and supporting staff one-on-one to meet programmatic goals. Prior experience as an ESOL Instructor highly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Training, or related field or a comparable combination of education and experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• Language - Bi-lingual language skills in Spanish and/or Mandarin highly preferred.
• BestPLUScertification preferred. Certification is required once established in Manager of Community Education role.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large projects, special events, and meetings. Community outreach, public engagement, cultural competency work, planning and/or conducting educational or recreational programs experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to empathize, advocate, and represent the needs of the community served by RaisingHealth. Prior experience supporting the population served is highly preferred.
• Computer literate. Excellent command of MS Office Suite especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth within our organization. If you are passionate about improving community education outcomes and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for the

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Salary
$64,000 - $65,000 per year

Apply here: ​https://jobs.gusto.com/postings/raisinghealth-formerly-academy-of-medical-public-health-services-manager-of-community-education-9e0608f8-9cf0-4c27-9fe5-339158882d36

​ESOL Instructor (Hourly) - St. George Library Center (Staten Island)

Overview
Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) is the direct service provider of ESOL and adult literacy instruction for The New York Public Library (NYPL). Professional teachers facilitate free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level in both in-person and online classes. Instruction is offered in three, 10-week cycles and one, 4-week summer cycle.

Must be able to work:
St. George Library (Staten Island): Saturdays from 10am-2pm

Responsibilities

• Teach ESOL classes that promote English language proficiency and digital literacy for students assessed at NRS levels 1-6
• Follow the prescribed curriculum in a communicative language teaching environment during class-time
• Submit lesson plans that demonstrate communicative language teaching in alignment with the prescribed curriculum
• Instruct adult ESOL students in classes and learning experiences, which will lead to the achievement of their educational and personal goals
• Assist in the managed enrollment process to recruit students and maintain student records
• Participate in prescribed professional development pertaining to adult basic education and Library strategic priorities

Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

Required Experience

• At least 1 year of experience teaching adults in both in-person and online settings
• Experience creating lesson plans using a backward design approach
• Experience administering standardized assessments
• Required Skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to meet deadlines for administrative tasks
• Strong computer skills including using Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Zoom
• Knowledge of technology-assisted learning, instructional software, video, audio and distance learning

Core Values

• All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Public library setting
• Classroom setting within 1 of 9 Adult Learning Centers

5 hours per week
Saturdays from 10am-2pm with 1 hour of paid prep time per week
This position works on a cycle basis (Three 10-week instructional cycles in the fall, winter, spring and one 4 week summer cycle)
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This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public Library Salary Statement
At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.

Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

Apply here: https://nypl.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/7bef3de1-63cf-49eb-8a32-31803cb93bc2

About The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at
www.nypl.org.

Part-Time GED Instructor

The Office of Continuing and Professional Studies at The City College of New York seeks a Part-Time GED Instructor for its WIOA grant-funded Adult Education Program. We serve a diverse student population and are committed to providing quality instruction that prepares students for academic and career success.

The candidate should have a solid knowledge of the current GED exam/curriculum and can create an energetic and interactive classroom environment that offers multiple opportunities for active learning to the students.

GED Subjects: Reading, Writing, Science, and Social Studies

Start Date: September 16, 2025

Dates: September 16, 2025-December 4, 2025 (Fall 2025-Contract/Temporary). Possibility to continue contract to spring 2026 semester

Schedule: In person

Time: 10 am – 1 pm

Day: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Salary: $ 44.00/hour

Responsibilities include:

• The instructor should perform these duties in a way that exhibits cultural sensitivity and attention to individual students' needs.
• Delivering engaging, student-centered instruction aligned with the CUNY Framework and Career kit into the curricula
• Administering TABE assessments (certification required or willingness to obtain).
• Creating and adapting materials to support in-person learning.
• Monitoring student progress, attendance, and assessments; providing feedback and support.
• Ensure that the classroom and school's atmosphere are conducive to maximum learning and retention of students.
• Ability to communicate effectively with culturally and intellectually diverse students and create an engaging learning environment for students.
• Participating in professional development (14 hours per semester) and staff meetings.
• Meeting administrative deadlines and collaborating with program leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field (required).
• Minimum 1 year teaching experience in Adult Education.
• Strong communication skills with culturally diverse learners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Google Classroom, and Zoom.

Application: Apply via Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/job/adult-education-ged-morning-instructor-science-reading-writing-and-social-studies-cc05de0eccc64b28

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide instruction to students enrolled in Spanish HSE classes
• Prepare weekly lesson plans that incorporate the use of computer-based activities and submit to Program Coordinator at the end of each month
• Maintain students’ portfolios
• Administer assessments regularly to all students to track their progress
• Assign student’s interactive assignments using online resources
• Meet with Program Director / Program Coordinator on a monthly to discuss participants’ progress
• Refer participants internally for support services as needed and follow-up to ensure services are being offered
• Attend a minimum of 18 hours of trainings/workshops/professional development on-site or using computer-based webinars
• Attend staff development meetings monthly to receive assistance with computer-based lessons plans, computer-based activities for classroom usage, utilizing laptops and smart-boards in the classroom
• Other related duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Two years teaching experience preferred
• Must be available during weekday evening hours
• Experience with curriculum development and lesson planning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) required
• Must be able to create an engaging and welcoming learning environment
• Willing to go above and beyond program mandates for the benefit of the students
• Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
• Have a demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice involved persons, etc.)

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in related field; license to teach with the NYC Department of Education preferred

Qualifications
It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Hourly rate is $38.00/hour

The link to apply is: 
Instructor, Adult Education