Instructor (NDA)

Job Details: Job Location: Multiple Locations - New York, NY, Position Type: Temporary, Education Level: High School Degree or Equivalent, Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day and occasional weekends and evenings, Job Category: Education, ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization advancing the social and economic well-being of immigrant and low-income New Yorkers through holistic services and community-led impact. CPC is the nation’s largest Asian American social services organization and serves as a trusted community anchor to over 80,000 community members who are served by CPC annually through 50+ high-quality programs and services across 35 sites in New York City. (For more information, please visit: https://www.cpc-nyc.org)    

PROGRAM SUMMARY

CPC Education and Career Services (ECS) provides dynamic programs and activities that bridge youth and adults with their highest educational, economic, and leadership potential. ECS believes it is never too early or too late to start learning, which is why we use an asset-based approach to maximize clients’ current strengths. Whether in our schools, community centers, or internship sites, ECS creates equitable learning environments that promote leadership development, self-advocacy, and community building. Our programs equip clients with essential skills and experiences today so that they are empowered to take the next step tomorrow

NDA After-School Program offers youth participants a wide range of enrichment of workshops to promote lifelong skills needed to succeed academically, socially, and professionally. These workshops include but not limited to academic tutoring, college and work readiness, leadership development, guest speaker series, mentoring opportunities and recreational activities. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

   Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Instructor will:

Provide high school students an individualize and/or in a small group setting homework help assistance and tutoring in the following subject matter (Preferably in STEM) 

Mathematics (e.g. Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus) 

Science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) 

Other subjects as needed 

Develop and facilitate informative and interactive workshops to related positive, holistic youth development

Coordinate the scheduling of guest speakers, community services opportunities and field trips (e.g., college visits, recreational activities) within program guidelines.

Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Program Director

: QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High School degree required; College student preferred

Prior experience in academic tutoring, especially with high school youth population 

Must have the necessary content knowledge, experience, and skills to implement the program activities effectively, including executing lesson plans and leading structured educational, recreational, and cultural activities for youth. 

Skills and Competencies:

Strong work ethic and demonstrated passion for youth development, especially working with low income and immigrant population.

Strong social and emotional maturity and behavioral management skills. 

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. 

Fluency in Arabic and Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) or Spanish is a plus. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour; 10 hours per week

CPC offers eligible part-time staff members mandatory benefits, including paid New York State sick time

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Brenda Mai and Ying Xie, when applying online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to [email protected] with any questions or further inquiries.

CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.