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Location:

Bronx, NY, US

Company:

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Summary:

Facilitate specialized high school test prep courses for 8th graders and develop a curriculum for 6th and 7th graders. Candidates need a bachelor's degree and experience in educational settings.

Requirements:

Hard Skills: Academic skills in English, Academic skills in Math, Understanding of IEPs

Credentials: Bachelor's degree in related field

Experience: Minimum two years professional experience working with children in a classroom, after school, or community based environment

Job Description:

Job Details

Job Location:    PS MS 218 - Bronx, NY
Salary Range:    $27.50 - $32.50 Hourly
Job Shift:    Day

High School Prep Instructor

Under the direct supervision of the Project STEP director and the Middle School Educator Coordinator, the High School Prep Instructor will facilitate a 6 week (Sept.-Oct.) intensive specialized high school test prep course for 8th grade students. From October through the end of the school year, the instructor will develop and facilitate a high school prep curriculum to 6th and 7th grade students. He/She will also support the 8th grade students in their high school selection process. 

Qualifications

Responsibilities: 

  • Provide information, guidance, and general test preparation for NYC High School entrance exams  
  • Teach small groups and design appropriate lesson plans/workshops/exercises to suit the size and learning needs of the group.  
  • Knowledge of trends in education, career exploration and educational planning  
  • Administer test and evaluate results  
  • Support students in their high school admissions process  
  • Attend bi-weekly staff/planning meetings  
  • Additional tasks as needed.  

Qualifications: 

  • Strong academic skills in English and Math 

  • Demonstrated interest in the field of education, child development 

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.  

  • Minimum two years professional experience working with children in a classroom, after school, or community based environment. Substantial volunteer work will be considered 

  • Familiarity with NYC HS admissions procedures and course materials 

  • Proficient in understanding IEP’s and special needs and services for students 

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required 

  • Well organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively  

  • Able to work afternoons 

  • Previous work experience in low-income communities 

Please note that this is a part-time position. Must be available 4 afternoons (2:30pm-5:30pm), per week.