Essay Writing Workshop Instructor - Flushing, United States - Boys Club of NY

Boys Club of NY

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Flushing, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Position:
Essay Writing Workshop Instructor

Location:
st Rd. Flushing, NY 11355

Salary Range:
$35.00 per hour

Hours:4-20 hours per week | July 1st - August 9th

Employment Type:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys' Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community.

BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways.

BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and implement appropriate programs and lesson plans to enhance writing skill development of participants
Work regularly with the Director of High School Access and other relevant staff to assess the needs of individual students and adapt lessons to meet those needs
Observe and track member progress and attendance
Reinforce positive student behavior and clubhouse rules; maintain a positive relationship with all members, families and staff
Write, implement and adapt a curriculum and training methods that meets participants' interests
Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings
Lead Students through the writing process to produce two essays and short essays
Review, critique and give feedback to students through drafts of their essays.
Review and present student's final essays
Model exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor's Degree with a focus in a relevant field
At least 2 years of experience as a Writing, Reading, and/or English Tutor or classroom teacher
Experience working with students from 718 years old
Knowledge of NYC school standards preferred
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and to address the varying needs of the boys

What We Offer

PTO: Sick time only

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The Boys' Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer_****_ and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.

If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources._