Category: Writing

Writing Instructor P/T

12/21/2017

The Education Fund of District Council 37 is seeking a part-time instructor to teach basic writing skills to an adult population. These students seek to improve their writing skills for better performance at work or for personal goals, such as writing a short report or essay. The class is held on Thursday evenings and begins in January and ends in March. It may be repeated again April through June. The location is downtown Manhattan.

Responsibilities include:

Administer assessments to gauge students’ abilities
Design a syllabus based on students’ needs
Create engaging lesson plans
Maintain records of attendance
Provide instruction to a mixed level group
Utilize technology when possible

Requirements:

Experience teaching basic writing skills in an adult education setting
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) in a related field
Ability to work with a diverse population with varied abilities and needs
Excellent communication skills

To apply: send a resume and cover letter to: Patty Punch (mail to: ppunch@dc37.net)

ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher (P/T)

12/7/2017

ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher (P/T)

The Lehman College Adult Learning Center is seeking a dynamic part-time ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher to work with a diverse group of adult learners. The class meets twice a week for three hours each day. The position begins in January 2018 and continues through June 2018; starting salary is $32/hr. The Lehman ALC is currently hiring for evening classes.

Essential duties include:

Providing high-quality theme-based instruction to help students develop their reading and writing skills
Designing engaging lessons to help students foster a love of reading and learning
Collaborating with staff and teachers to develop best teaching practices and enriching materials
Reviewing and communicating class progress with both staff and students
Actively partaking in in-house teacher meetings and citywide professional development
Maintaining class attendance and communicating with students about program participation issues
Participating in new student orientations and program-wide events and activities
Conducting required assessments including TABE and TASC Readiness exams
Having a willingness to learn and become part of the ALC community of teachers and learners

Education Requirements:
Candidate must have Bachelor's degree and relevant teaching and education experience. Prior adult education experience, Master’s Degree a plus.

How to apply:
Please submit resume and cover letter to adult.learningcenter@lehman.cuny.edu

Writing & Curriculum Director F/T

7/31/2017

Writing & Curriculum Director, Writing Corps
Writing Corps designs and delivers intensive writing classes that sit at the nexus of art and literacy to help students find their voice. We seek to address the challenges Harlem Children Zone (HCZ) students face in tackling rigorous texts and composing standards or grade-level aligned writing on their paths to college readiness.

Writing Corps promotes literacy as an essential tool to build the strong critical thinking and writing skills necessary for our students to excel academically and in life. We bring professional writers – poets, playwrights, journalists, authors, and emcees - into program to collaborate with afterschool leadership and teaching artists on curricula that integrates literacy skills with youth development, arts enrichment, and college readiness practices. We aim to help build students’ skills, knowledge, confidence, and the academic behaviors that embrace writing as an empowering mode of analysis and self-awareness.

During the summer, Writing Corps facilitates Project EOS (Educational Opportunities for Success) bringing HCZ students to a college/university to participate in an intensive project-based program that simulates a college seminar so students can build their skills and confidence in themselves as future college students.

We are seeking a dynamic Director to lead the Writing Corps program and a team of Writing and Curriculum Coordinators and Specialists at our after-school sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Create writing workshops, showcases, and educational opportunities that encourage academic enrichment
Develop and implement creative methods of teaching and assessment
Supervise and coach staff and provide constructive feedback on progress and performance
Develop programs, procedures and processes where needed, including student services, operations, as well as staffing and budgets
Ensure program consistently meet and exceed the goals set where appropriate
Manage and review program data, and ensure completion and dissemination of all reports as required
Foster strong relationships and effective communication and collaboration with students, parents, staff, and HCZ leadership
Perform others duties as assigned

Qualification, Skills and Knowledge Requirements

A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
Experience working in youth development especially with disadvantaged youth
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (M.F.A. is a plus)
2+ years of experience in teaching or curriculum design experience
Impeccable writing and communication skills
Extremely organized and detail-oriented
Experience managing and leading a medium-sized team to outcomes
Strong leadership and collaborative practices

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered, interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample. Click Here to apply. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.

Job Location: New York City, New York, United States
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

CUNY Start (multiple positions)

8/3/2016

CUNY Start has multiple positions available
CUNY Start/Math Start Cooperating Math Teacher (14933)
CUNY Start/Math Start Cooperating Advisor (14932)
CUNY Start Cooperating Reading/Writing Teacher (14934)

ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher P/T

8/2/2016

The Lehman College Adult Learning Center is seeking a dynamic part-time ABE/HSE Reading & Writing Teacher to work with a diverse group of adult learners. The class meets twice a week for three hours each day. The position begins in September 2016; starting salary is $32/hr. The Lehman ALC is currently hiring for morning or evening classes.
Essential duties include:

Providing high-quality theme-based instruction to help students develop their reading and writing skills
Designing engaging lessons to help students foster a love of reading and learning
Collaborating with staff and teachers to develop best teaching practices and enriching materials
Reviewing and communicating class progress with both staff and students
Actively partaking in in-house teacher meetings and citywide professional development
Maintaining class attendance and communicating with students about program participation issues
Participating in new student orientations and program-wide events and activities
Conducting required assessments including TABE and TASC Readiness exams
Having a willingness to learn and become part of the ALC community of teachers and learners

Education Requirements:
Candidate must have Bachelor's degree and relevant teaching and education experience. Prior adult education experience, Master’s Degree a plus.
How to apply:
Please submit resume and cover letter to adult.learningcenter@lehman.cuny.edu

Reading Writing Instructor P/T

11/23/2015

CUNY Start Support Reading/ Writing Teacher at Queensborough Community College (Part-Time Position)

CUNY Start is an intensive program for incoming college students, who have earned either a high school or high school equivalency diploma, and need to increase their academic proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics prior to enrollment in college credit classes. The CUNY Office of Academic Affairs, the University’s community colleges, the College of Staten Island, and Medgar Evers College work collaboratively to provide students with an innovative approach to developmental education. CUNY Start is recognized for its carefully designed curriculum and pedagogy, ongoing professional development, and mentor-based training model. Additional information about the CUNY Start program can be found at www.cuny.edu/cunystart.

Please click on link for more details and how to apply instructions: http://www.cuny.edu/academics/programs/notable/CATA/cti-cunystart/cunystart-employmentopps/SupportTeacherJobDescriptionforQBCCSP16.pdf

Reading Writing Instructor P/T

11/23/2015

CUNY Start Support Reading/ Writing Teacher at College of Staten Island (Part-Time Position)

CUNY Start is an intensive program for incoming college students, who have earned either a high school or high school equivalency diploma, and need to increase their academic proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics prior to enrollment in college credit classes. The CUNY Office of Academic Affairs, the University’s community colleges, the College of Staten Island, and Medgar Evers College work collaboratively to provide students with an innovative approach to developmental education. CUNY Start is recognized for its carefully designed curriculum and pedagogy, ongoing professional development, and mentor-based training model. Additional information about the CUNY Start program can be found at www.cuny.edu/cunystart.

Please click on link for more details and how to apply instructions: http://www.cuny.edu/academics/programs/notable/CATA/cti-cunystart/cunystart-employmentopps/SupportTeacherJobDescriptionforCSISP16.pdf

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