Category: Queens

ESOL Associate Program Director F/T

11/13/2023

York College Learning Center
JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ASSOCIATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR-ESOL
The ESOL Associate Program Director will be responsible for the success and ongoing implementation of the program. The ESOL Associate Program Director will work closely with the Director of York College Learning Center (YCLC), who has overall administrative and financial responsibility for the program. The ESOL Associate Program Director must be able to juggle multiple tasks; be organized, flexible and resourceful; and be able to work as part of a team.
Responsibilities include:

Develop and support relationships with all Center staff to ensure smooth running of daily classroom operations for ESL & IELCE
Work with instructors to develop and implement effective contextualized, content-based curricula
Provide support to instructors and counselors to offer the highest quality service to students
Oversee and coordinate student intake, registration, testing, placement and promotions, class scheduling, and related program activities
Ensure that all record-keeping and data collection requirements are met;
Assist the YCLC Director in ensuring program is in compliance with funding regulations
Assist the YCLC Director in program development and planning, hiring staff, and other aspects of program management, as needed
Disseminate relevant, applicable information regarding the ESL Program to
Teachers and administrative assistant
Attend professional meetings and conferences as needed
Stay current with trends in adult education and the ebb and flow of funding streams
Oversee and resolve any concerns, conflicts, or problems with ESOL student population
Teach ESOL classes two days a week.
Monitor compliance of all tasks and responsibilities assigned to ESOL Instructors.
Arrange work schedule to accommodate being present during evening session classes.
Review data reports with administrative assistant and ensure that data is corrected when necessary
Meet weekly with YCLC’s Director to discuss ESL program
Recruit participants for classes
Attend community events
Conduct monthly meetings with ESOL team
Conduct quarterly meeting with external partners
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts degree (Master’s degree, preferred)
Bilingual (Spanish or French)
Demonstrated skills in human relations, leadership and mentoring
At least 2 years supervisory experience and/or teaching
Best Plus 2.0 Certified

Salary Range:
$62,400 -$65,000
Weekly Hours:
4 day a week with exception for holidays (Monday thru Thursday; Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring) with 2 late nights.

To apply, send you resume to Debora Young at dyoung2@york.cuny.edu.

CLIP Instructor F/T

11/13/2023

LaGuardia Community College, Full-time CLIP Instructor (CUNY Job ID 27447)

CLIP is an intensive English language program for immigrant students who have been accepted to CUNY and who need to increase their academic English language proficiency in preparation for college classes. CLIP uses a sustained content-based approach with coursework centered on a theme and core texts. Instruction is designed to increase students’ English language skills as they broaden their overall background knowledge in topics that will prepare them for general education courses at CUNY. Classes meet 25 hours a week in day and evening sessions. Classes are offered either fully in-person or hybrid.

Please review the job description and select the Apply button to begin your application.
https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psp/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=27447&PostingSeq=1 Or visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title.

Salary: $50,182
Closing Date: November 16th, 2023

Math and Language Arts Instructor P/T

8/18/2023

Math and Language Arts Adjunct Instructors P/T
8/10/2023

Math and Language Arts Adjunct Instructors to teach GED Math and Language Arts to students seeking to pass the High School Equivalency Exam
Position: Lecturer
Start Date: September 6 to December 21, 2023
Salary: Hourly Rate starts at PSC CUNY negotiated rate

SUNY Queens EOC (administered by York College, CUNY) seeks two part-time adjunct lecturers for in-person instruction at its Jamaica location. The Center serves an adult, diverse, multi-ethnic population of students.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required or Master’s degree preferred;
Currency with the GED Exam requirements;
In-person instruction two days a week during the 9:00 am to 1:15 pm; and
Experience working with adult learners and familiarity with various learning styles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct courses during day hours;
Establish clear goals and expectations;
Develop lesson plans and maintain a cooperative learning environment;
Monitor students’ performance and attendance for required reporting systems;
Keep students and administrators informed of student progress by sharing collected data; and
Provide feedback to students during office hours.

To apply for this position, please send your resume, an updated application letter, and the names and contact information of at least 2 references to cblake2@york.cuny.edu.

Spanish Pre-HSE Instructor P/T

8/7/2023

LaGuardia Community College
PART TIME SPANISH Pre-HSE INSTRUCTOR POSITION

Under the supervision of the Director of the Adult Education Pre-College Programs, the Spanish Pre-HSE Instructor will provide basic education instruction (pre-high school equivalency preparation) in Spanish at LaGuardia Community College for students with low reading and math skills, who are not eligible for the HSE class. Hybrid classes are offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 6pm-9pm, beginning September 2023.

All instruction will be conducted in Spanish in person 2 days per week and remote 1 day per week with Zoom and utilizing asynchronous learning platforms such as Google Classroom.

Responsibilities include:

Create a student-centered, engaging learning environment,
Develop theme-based, contextualized lessons using both synchronous and asynchronous instruction in all subject areas (math, science, reading, writing & social studies) with lessons in basic level reading, writing and math
Assess student content knowledge and tailor instruction relevant to GED preparation.
Evaluate student progress and provide feedback, both formally and informally
Prepare students to move to the next level HSE class.
Administer required assessments, such as GED Ready exams.
Maintain attendance records and work collaboratively with the office staff and case managers on student participation and needs.
Participate in professional development and attend staff meetings.

Qualifications:

BA or BS in education or related field
Minimum two years related teaching experience
Fluent in Spanish
Knowledge of GED exam and subject area content in Spanish
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

Salary approximately $40 per hour, 9-12 hrs per week

Send cover letter and resume to Olivia Mayer at omayer@lagcc.cuny.edu

Reading & Writing Instructor P/T

8/7/2023

LaGuardia Community College, LIC, NY

Part-time reading/writing instructors for GED preparation program; 2 positions available,1 in the morning and 1 in the evening.

The Adult Basic Skills (ABS) Department in the Adult and Continuing Education Division at LaGuardia Community College/CUNY is seeking an experienced part-time Reading/Writing Instructor, who will teach a reading and writing course for high school equivalency (HSE) students preparing for the GED exam.

ABS is seeking a dynamic, hardworking educators who have experience teaching diverse adult, non-traditional high school equivalency populations at a variety of ABE levels, including HSE in preparation for the GED. Experience in delivering quality language arts instruction is required. The instructor will adapt student-centered and contextualized curricula designed to help adult students to develop their reading, writing and critical thinking skills, including the incorporation of technology and materials for differentiating instruction and informal needs assessments, as needed. The instructor will teach reading, writing, social studies, and science material.

We are seeking 2 instructors who will each teach a hybrid course, one which will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30pm-9:00pm for the evening session; the other will meet the Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in the morning from 9:30am-1pm. Classes will take place on-campus two days a week and remote one day a week.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Arts/Science degree, plus at least three (3) years of teaching experience in adult education, secondary or post-secondary education classrooms
Position is part-time, beginning September 2023.
Schedule: 3 mornings or 3 evenings per week hybrid class—2 sessions in person and 1 remote.
Job Type: Part-time
Ability to commute/relocate

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Long Island City, NY 11101; Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Please send resume to Olivia Mayer at omayer@lagcc.cuny.edu

ESOL Instructor P/T

7/13/2023

ESL Instructor- evening class in Queens- starting September
The Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking to hire an experienced Adult ESL instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Queens.

Class will meet 2 evenings per week.

Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc.

BA and excellent English written/oral skills required.
Bi-lingual Mandarin and/or Spanish
BEST Plus certification strongly preferred.

Resumes should be sent to r.berman@jccgci.org. Please indicate " Queens evening ESL Instructor" in the subject line.

Case Manager P/T

3/15/2023

Part-Time Case Manager Positions (Bilingual Spanish Preferred)
Adult Basic Skills (ABS) Program at LaGuardia Community College
LaGuardia Community College is seeking two part-time case managers for its ABS High School Equivalency preparation program for 19 hours per week. This involves some day and evening hours and an occasional Saturday.

Case Manager must be comfortable with addressing barriers that will prevent students from pursuing their goal. Case Manager must work closely with teachers and administrative staff to provide the necessary support for the students in our program. learner-centered, participatory lessons and a project-based approach.
We are seeking a qualified case manager who has experience working with adult students. BA/BS degree required in social work or related field, plus a minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with adults as a case manager. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Primary Responsibilities include:

Providing high quality support services to students we serve in the program
Interviewing prospective students to discuss possible barriers
Identifying and addressing issues as childcare, housing, family illness, work schedule, time management, finance, and other obstacles preventing students to complete their course
Communicating with students regarding absenteeism
Motivating students to persist and succeed in the program
Developing and presenting workshops on how to study, test anxiety, time management, financial literacy, etc.
Assisting students to complete GED applications
Conferencing students individually on their goals and next steps
Collaborating with the Career Development Center to assist students in applying to college
Referrals to appropriate training programs, employment opportunities and/or community agencies
Participating in professional development and staff meetings
Other related tasks, as necessary
Part-time positions 19 hours per week (flexible hours) through June 2023 (with the possibility of extending past June 2023)

How to Apply:
Please send resume with a brief cover letter to hselaguardia@lagcc.cuny.edu.
Put “Case Manager” with your name in the subject line.

ESOL Instructor P/T

3/15/2023

QUEENS PUBLIC LIBRARY
PART-TIME JOB DESCRIPTION

Queens Public Library - Jackson Heights branch is seeking a Part Time ESOL Instructor.

The Queens Public Library at the Jackson Heights Adult Learning Center is a resource center for ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and ABE literacy students up to the HSE level. The Center provides free classes with teachers for guided learning. In addition to an extensive collection of books, multimedia audio/visual materials for use in or out of the Center, we also offer basic computer literacy training and small conversation and tutoring groups led by trained volunteers to help improve our students’ English proficiency skills.

Current Opening: Queens Public Library at the Jackson Heights Adult Learning Center would like to hire a Part time ESOL instructor for our in-person classes and/or online classes.

The hired candidate will also be paid for lesson planning, occasional required professional development, and staff meetings. Teachers are expected to help with attendance, as well as registration, post testing and re-enrollment at the end of each cycle. (Training on any of the related admin tasks will be provided as well regular support on curricular and student related issues/questions.)

We need a teacher for these ESOL classes:
High Beginner Tuesday/Thursday 10-1
High Beginner Conversation Online class Tuesday 6-8

****Classes will run until the end of June 2023 and summer classes will be available after that, if and as teachers are interested.

Teachers’ responsibilities

Lesson Planning : develop unit and lesson plans related materials. Maintain all of that in the Google Classroom and Google drive.
Student Assessment- conduct BEST Plus initial assessments. Pre-test at the beginning of the cycle and at the end of the cycle (Post-test). If not certified, be willing to attend Best Plus initial training.
Instruction- Deliver content material in ways that consider students’ levels and learning styles, use different learning strategies and methods of instruction, balance all four objectives/skills + vocabulary development and grammar skill development.
Technology - have knowledge in using a variety of platforms for virtual programs, and digital versions of materials for class instruction, as well as provide technical support to students
Communication with and support of students - Attend to students' needs and make referrals to case managers as needed. Collect a variety of resources to inform or refer students to programs provided by QPL or outside sources.
Related admin tasks- support the center with student registration, student retention, and contacting students regarding absences, transfers. Other admin needs as needed.
Professional Development- attend teacher training and staff development webinars provided by QPL as well as external professional development according to funders’ requirements.

Strongly Preferred:

Experience teaching English as a Second Language to adult learners
Experience teaching classes remotely
Available to teach one morning and one evening class
Bilingual English/Spanish

Requirements:

Eligible to work in the US
Teaching Certification, bachelor's degree or Masters in TESOL
BEST Plus certification (ESOL)
Experience using WebEx, and other online platforms
Experience working in community based social justice organizations
For ESOL Basic classes must be able to speak some Spanish with students outside of class if not occasionally within class
Committed to thematic instruction and learner-centered, participatory education

Job Competencies:

Interest in collaboration and professional development with team members
Must be creative and organized
Good team players
Excellent computer skills

Salary Information: Part-time instructors pay scale is $38/hour, with a 30-minute paid preparation time for each class session, part-time teachers work up to 17 hours per week.

How to Apply: Please submit your resumes and cover letters to:
jennifer.jaramillo@queenslibrary.org and Diana.munoz@queenslibrary.org
Please put on subject matter: ESOL PT Instructor - QPL-JH-ALC

Learning Support Specialist P/T

2/22/2023

QUEENS PUBLIC LIBRARY
PART-TIME JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: P/T Learning Support Specialist Rate of Pay per Hour: $18.00

Reports To: Adult Learning Division’s Manager
Department: PSD
Location: Jackson Heights
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Union-Unit: Non-Union
Last Updated: February 14, 2023

SUMMARY
The Part-Time Learning Support Specialist (LSS) works in Adult Learning divisions (Adult Learner Program, Young Adult Literacy Services, New Americans Program, Job & Business Academy and Digital Literacy) to provide direct public service to program participants and administrative support to programs. This position is responsible for delivering excellent customer service, assisting in classes to promote student learning and success as well as performing routine administrative and clerical duties. The Part-Time Learning Support Specialist supports the Library’s mission, values and overall strategic plan. This position provides input to improve the customer experience as well as staff procedures and workflows. Performs other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General Office and Administrative Support (50%)

Provides reception and administrative support to the ALP Divisions
Daily Operations:
Center organization (follow policies and procedures)
Ensure book/display cases are in order
Front Desk and Computer Lab Coverage
Virtua (Basic Book / Patron Search)
General office and administrative tasks including but not limited to, answering phones, filing, scanning and faxing, preparing materials for mailings, distributes incoming mail
Manages office supplies including surveying the supply storage areas to ascertain what is needed and submits orders on a regular basis.
Creates and maintains student folders (assists with student file management for all classes)
Maintains program files and records
Reviews staff & volunteer timesheets for accuracy prior to supervisor’s approval.
Follows-up with instructional staff about professional development requirements, submitting their monthly reports, lesson plans, and quarterly lesson overviews
Gather information for reports, enter data, and compiles reports. Submits reports based on established deadlines.
Ensures that assigned clerical projects are carried out and completed in a timely manner.
Shelves library materials and performs other tasks to keep the collections in order.

Classroom Assistance (20%)

Provides teachers with administrative support (prepares photocopies, sets up classroom)
Assists with Lesson Planning, administering assessment tests, and conducting orientations
Facilitates groups in teacher's absence and/or as needed and provides student mentoring
Supports teachers in using appropriate tools to measure the outcomes of student learning
Assists in training of volunteer tutors and provides feedback to tutors (lesson topics, etc.)
Assists teachers in technology training workshops and digital learning tools

Database Management (ASISTS and other tools) (15%)

Enters and updates student records
Monitors and tracks student attendance and test scores; follows-up with absences, lateness, incomplete documents, and reminders, etc.
Conducts student follow-ups

Participant Intake and Support (15%)

Supports outreach to internal and external partners to promote services and recruit participants
Administers assessment tests (TABE and BEST Plus)
Assists with HSE Screenings and maintains screening spreadsheet
Assists staff in preparing information session materials, room and event setup
Assists in the student intake, directs students through the registration process
Provides support with registration and processes (utilizes ASISTS, and other tools)

SCHEDULE
Varied schedule that includes evenings and Saturdays with a maximum of 17 hours per week.

KEY CONTACTS

Adult Learning divisions
Community Library Services (CLS)
Central Library (CEL)
Programs & Services Department (PSD)
External: Cultural, Educational, and Community Organizations.

CORE COMPETENCIES
The Part-Time Learning Support Specialist must consistently demonstrate the following competencies when performing the above responsibilities, including but not limited to: initiative, flexibility in approaching daily responsibilities, cooperative teamwork, and impacting and influencing services provided in Queens Library communities.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required. College Degree preferred.
Highly proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office
Must have a minimum of one (1) year of customer service and/or retail-oriented experience
Ability to provide instruction for a variety of software applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office (primarily Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet and email
Excellent presentation skills, detail oriented, flexible and a self-starter
Good organization and administrative skills including experience with tracking program attendance and preparing reports
Must have the ability to work with a diverse population and effectively provide customer service to a large number of customers simultaneously
Must possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Must work successfully in a team environment, good networking skills
Demonstrated enthusiasm for public service

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Data entry and/or using ASISTS - Adult Student Information System & Technology Support
Administrative and/or general office experience
Fluency in a second language
Public Library experience and/or Adult Education experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required to utilize a computer to enter and retrieve information; and to communicate with other staff members as well as with external customers. Use of telephone, copier, fax and desktop computer and other office equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. May use a computer/video display terminal for up to 8 hours per day.

How to Apply: Please submit your resumes and cover letters to Jennifer.jaramillo@queenslibrary.org and Diana.munoz@queenslibrary.org
Please put on subject matter: P/T Learning Support Specialist- QPL-JH-ALC

College Prep Instructor P/T

1/18/2023

Multiple Pathways to College (College Prep) Adjunct Lecturers P/T
Positions: Math, Writing, Reading, and College Computer Skills Lecturers
Start Date: March 6, 2023 to May 12, 2023
Salary: Hourly Rate starts at PSC CUNY negotiated rate

SUNY Queens EOC (administered by York College, CUNY) seeks three part-time adjunct lecturers for Pathways to College to work remotely (evening classes) and in person (day classes) at its Jamaica location. The Center serves an adult, diverse, multi-ethnic population of students.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required or Master’s degree preferred;
Proficiency in remote learning instruction;
Knowledge of Google Classroom and Zoom proficiency; as well as,
Experience working with adult learners and recognizing various learning styles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct courses in person during day hours or remotely during evening hours;
Establish clear goals and expectations;
Develop lesson plans and maintain a cooperative learning environment;
Monitor students’ performance and attendance for required reporting systems;
Keep students and administrators informed of student progress by sharing collected data; and
Provide feedback to students during office hours.

To apply for this position, please send your resume, an updated application letter, and the names and contact information of at least 3 references to cblake2@york.cuny.edu.

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