Category: ELA

ELA & Social Studies Instructor F/T

6/10/2021

ELA and Social Studies Instructor-Advance and Earn Program (Full-Time) Brooklyn, NY-Remote to Onsite

Position Summary
Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow (OBT) is looking for a full time innovative, ELA and Social Studies Instructor in our Advance and Earn Program. Under the supervision of the Academic Coordinator, the Advance and Earn ELA and Social Studies Instructor will be responsible for designing, implementing, and developing interactive lessons to support educational gain and/or TASC attainment. The instructor will work closely with the Academic Team to support in developing engaging, challenging, and impactful educational programming. Advance and Earn supports opportunity youth 16-24 in three program components including contextualized academic programming at the Pre-HSE level, comprehensive High School Equivalency and work-based learning and sector focused advanced training.

Responsibilities:

Develop interactive and intentional curriculum for pre-HSE and HSE students that seeks to facilitate grade gain, NRS level gain and/or TASC readiness
Track, monitor and input data on all funder and internal data bases on student and program milestones and outcomes
Utilize dynamic platforms to facilitate classes in the remote environment
Facilitate meaningful and interactive classes onsite, when applicable
Employ strength based, youth centered approach to support strong attendance and participation
Administer the TABE test
Work collaboratively with the Advance and Earn and Academic Team to ensure cohesive messaging and services to youth
Attend required program, team and agency meetings and events
Attend trainings and monitor trends on optimizing student learning
All other appropriate duties as assigned by supervisor

The Ideal Candidate will possess the following:

Ability to develop and facilitate intentional academic content
Ability to identify learning gaps and suggest changes
Ability to meet deadlines and enter data in a timely and accurate manner into internal and funder databases
Ability to establish strong working relationships with key stakeholders, such as: participants; families; and colleagues
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
Possess a passion for working with Opportunity Youth
Lead by example and model integrity

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required (Degree in Education preferred)
2 years teaching experience
Background in English Language Arts and Social Studies instruction
Experience in curriculum development and design

Why You Should Join Us:

Salary is 48,000 + full benefits
Growth orientated, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment that pairs high accountability with high support
Company events and outings (ongoing professional development, coaching, staff retreat
Passionate and motivated staff excited to propel NYC’s youth and adult communities
Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply go to https://obtjobs.typeform.com/to/WlrBXA Enter Position code 91STF when prompted.

HSE ELA Instructor P/T

11/20/2017

Position Description
Turning Point is hiring a part-time ABE/HSE teacher for a class that meets evenings (6 pm-9 pm) 2 times per week for a total of 10 work hours that includes (class + prep time) each week. This teacher must be comfortable teaching, reading, writing, social studies, and science skills, as well as addressing specific content that will be on the TASC test.

Teachers are responsible for a class of 20-25 students at the Education Center and must be comfortable with learner-centered, participatory lessons and a project-based approach. While the Education Center has an overall set of class standards, teachers are responsible for creating her/his own curriculum and lesson plans. Teachers work closely with counselors and administrative staff to provide 360 degree service to students. Teachers are expected to attend staff meetings and trainings as needed.

Turning Point’s Education Center is a community-based program in Sunset Park (Brooklyn) offering free ABE, HSE, and 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. All classes are college-bound and career-bound.

Essential Job Functions
The following duties are mandatory requirements of the job:

Provide high quality instruction in HSE ELA subject areas in a learner-centered classroom.
Develop meaningful curricula and stimulating lesson plans based on student needs.
Participate in case conferences and counseling with individual students as needed.
Conduct mid-term and end-of-term conferences to assess and share progress with students.
Administer placement tests, post-tests, and other necessary assessments.
Guide students in setting goals and developing realistic effective plans for achieving them.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and staff development sessions.
Maintain roll books and regular attendance of students
Create opportunities for mentoring individual students; partner with counselors, administrators and other staff to develop strategies for providing support to individual students.

Other Responsibilities
The following duties are to be performed as assigned by the supervisor:

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 professional community, and city/state/nation-wide arenas.
Foster student leadership in the classroom
Integrate Education Center’s mission statement into curriculum and classroom
Design / facilitate special events and student productions.
Attend professional development workshops and trainings, both within and outside of Turning Point
Collaborate with Education Center staff, Turning Point staff, and other agencies.
Participate in Turning Point outreach and fundraising events as requested.

Education and Certification

Bachelor’s Degree required, and a minimum of 3 years teaching experience in a literacy program

Special Skills and Knowledge
In addition to the above-listed job responsibilities and education requirements, the ideal candidate for this position possesses most or all of the following:

Ramp Up / CEPS experience and/or knowledge is a plus
Ability to work in a team setting.
Ability to work with youth and diverse populations.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Familiarity with, understanding of, and commitment to learner-centered philosophy.
Understanding of different learning styles, and corresponding responsiveness in teaching style.
Knowledge of whole language, authentic assessment, and writing process instruction.
Commitment to developing innovative teaching methods
Experience in providing instruction to at-potential 16-24 years old youth, particularly court-involved youth, a strong plus
Microsoft Office skills, internet skills, and willingness to learn more computer skills as required
Ability to adapt to evolving and changing agency

To apply send resume and cover letter to Joseph Zimmerman

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