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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 Instructor- Literacy/Social Studies P/T

10/7/2015

 
Part Time HSE Instructor- Literacy/Social Studies​
Location: Kingsborough C. C.
All applications should be submitted through the link below:
https://www.rfcuny.org/careers/postings?pvnID=KB-1509-000744

General Description 
The CUNY Fatherhood Academy (CFA) is a comprehensive program designed to promote responsible parenting and foster economic stability for unemployed and underemployed young fathers through education, employment, and personal development. Increased familial engagement, attaining a High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma and finding gainful employment are all essential goals of the CFA. The program’s central focus is to help young fathers prepare for and enroll into college or training programs, with the understanding that earning a college degree is the most effective path toward providing long-term economic sustainability for themselves and their families. The program is targeted to serve Black and Latino fathers, ages 18–24, from throughout New York City. Under the NYC Mayor’s Young Men’s Initiative, the CUNY Fatherhood Academy is expanding to a new site at Kingsborough Community College.
Under the supervision of the Director of CFA, the Part Time HSE Instructor will provide participants academic instruction on literacy/social studies and work collaboratively with program staff to identify and address specific academic and personal needs of each student.

General Duties
  • Provide specialized academic instruction to target population while assessing student performance to determine readiness for TASC exam;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Common Core and TASC; extensive understanding of core subject areas on TASC;
  • Ability to respond effectively to feedback and adjust teaching strategies and materials in order to motivate students and respond to student needs;
  • Offer comprehensive general advising and guidance to students on TASC subjects as needed;
  • Ability to integrate new theories, concepts, practices, innovations, or techniques relevant to the TASC exam into standard instructional materials;
  • Assist with monitoring, tracking and tallying student data for reports and program analysis;
  • Assist with identifying and coordinating supplemental instruction support services for participants;
  • Assist in the development of supplemental learning materials and activities to meet varying academic needs of students;
  • Strong presentation, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to successfully work with and present to diverse learners and audiences;
  • Experience working with linguistically, culturally and academically diverse students;
  • Facilitation experience in adult or developmental education using a holistic and strengths-based approach to student development preferred

Other Duties 
  • Ability to work effectively with staff, students, and internal and external constituents;
  • Ability to communicate effectively with and convey simple to complex concepts, processes, and practices to peers, supervisors, and students; ability to listen and respond to the concerns/ideas of others; and
  • Ability to write clearly and produce/edit accurate, well-organized, and understandable lessons

Qualifications 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and five years related experience

Qualifications
  • Experience counseling and working with students with development math/reading needs
  • Knowledge of existing academic standards and familiarity with Common Core Learning Standards, TASC preparation, and college placement exams
  • H/she must be able to demonstrate good organization skills, positive interpersonal skills, and excellent communication skills
  • Strong facilitation, training, and professional development skills
  • The ideal candidate must demonstrate expertise in the development of learning skills and learning strategies, presentation and group facilitation experience. The candidate must also have experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating workshops, strong writing and oral communication skills
  • Evening hours may be required
  • The ideal candidate will also have experience working with the target population and experience working in a college or university setting.

​The Research Foundation of The City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/Americans With Disabilities Act, E-Verify Employer.
All applications must be submitted through the Research Foundation website.
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