Jobs in Literacy
The Literacy Assistance Center website posts job announcements for free literacy programs for adults and youth. Please send your posting of 100 words or less to \tonyp@lacnyc.org\.
Postings will be removed two months after the posting date unless a specific request is made to keep them up.
Posted 3.3.10
Math and Writing Tutors Volunteer
1199SEIU/CWE Adult Resource & Learning Center, located in downtown Brooklyn, is in need of Math and Writing tutors to help adult learners prepare for exams, specifically in the required reading, essay writing and math skills necessary to pass GED, CUNY (college) & C-Net (nursing) test. Days and hours are Mondays & Thursdays, two (2) or three (3) hour sessions, between 10am-8pm. Available training, materials and ongoing support.
Contact: Ms. Jean Prioleau at jprioleau@1199.funds.org.
Posted 3.2.10
Program Manager F/T
The Center for Immigrant Education & Training (CIET) at LaGuardia Community College seeks an enthusiastic full-time ESOL Program Manager to provide oversight to its adult ESOL programs. (S)he is responsible for day-to-day program operations, interfacing with students and supporting faculty in classroom instruction and curriculum development. (S)he also assists in program administration tasks such as recruitment, the tracking performance outcomes along with the preparation of reports and grant proposals. Some classroom teaching and evening hours will be required.
An advanced degree or equivalent in ESOL or adult education along with solid experience in administering adult ESOL programs required. Problem solving, interpersonal and organizational skills desired. Experience with EL/Civics and Family Literacy programming for immigrants and NRS reporting also desired. Bilingual skills a plus.
Please send resume and cover letter to ciet.lagcc@gmail.com or Fax to 718-609-2001.
http://www.lagcc.cuny.edu/ciet/
Posted 2.19.10
ABE Teacher F/T
Goodwill BEGIN, 80 Willoughby Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, has a full-time ABE teaching position available. Candidates must have a minimum of a B.A (M.A. preferred) and at least 3 years teaching experience with adults. Experience working with a welfare-to-work population is desirable. Salary range: $35-$40K/year; generous benefits package. E-mail resumes to: ccarrasquillo@goodwillny.org.
Posted 2.10.10
ESL Instructors P/T
NYC College of Technology is looking for experienced ESL instructors to teach beginning level classes in our new ALE-funded program. Classes are targeted for immigrant adults working in restaurants, in construction or in facilities maintenance. Curricula will be designed to develop English language skills within the context of the students’ field of employment. Day, evening and weekend classes will be offered in Brooklyn and lower Manhattan. Specific sites and schedules to be determined.
B.A. and experience using content-based instruction, preferably with low to intermediate level students. Salary: $31 per hour.
Please email cover letter and resume to: Joan Manes, Director of Education Programs, at jmanes@citytech.cuny.edu.
Posted 2.8.10
Director of Education F/T
The Director of Education is a full-time, senior staff position reporting to the Executive Director of Literacy Partners, Inc.
Function:
The Director of Education is responsible for overall instructional practices, leads and organizes curricula and adherence to adopted practices; leads the improvement of data collection and evaluation of instructional and volunteer staff; monitors and ensures compliance with program policies and procedures; is integrally linked to all aspects of education program integrity ; is responsible for the success of the students, overall educational gains, adherence to grant requirements, education staff selection; identifies trends within the field and participate in designated Board Committees. The Director of Education develops and the annual education services calendar for approval.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the field
- Minimum of 3 years of supervision experience
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Masters Degree in Education or related field
Position Available March 2010.
Email responses to Susan McLean, Executive Director, at susanm@literacypartners.org. No phone calls please.
GED Educators P/T
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation is seeking P/T morning (9 am to 12 pm, Monday to Friday) GED educators. BA/BS required. 2 years of ABE/GED experience required. MA/MS preferred. Resume and cover letter to miluskamanrique@nmic.org or michaelperrone@nmic.org.
Posted 2.2.10
Child Educator P/T
The Coalition for Hispanic Family Services’ Family Literacy Program at PS 92 (in Corona, Queens – 7 Train / exit Junction Blvd) is seeking three (3) Child Educators.
Hours: The position is Mon – Wed from 5-7 and availability for a mid-day meeting on Friday. The program is closed during most school holidays.
Requirements:
- Prior experience working with pre-k to school-age children;
- Familiarity and proven competence in disciplining children using positive discipline strategies;
- Ability to facilitate literacy-based activities in both English and Spanish;
- Genuine enthusiasm to work with disadvantaged, immigrant populations;
- Ability to maintain a calm demeanor during even the most stressful situations;
- Understanding or interest in the four components that comprise Family Literacy;
- Natural inclination to act on their own initiative and actively engage in activities;
- Confident in leading groups of pre-school and school-age groups;
Hourly payment is minimum wage, but negotiable depending on an applicants dynamism and demonstrated expertise in the areas listed above. Applicants who meet the above noted qualifications should immediately email their resumes to childeducatorposition@gmail.com.
Posted 1.26.10
Writing Tutor Volunteer
The Learning Center at 1199 is a looking for a volunteer writing tutor for a very special student. He has only been in the US a couple of years, and is attending CUNY, but needs help with writing, especially the 5-paragraph essay. He is a young, promising student with a great writing voice, but needs some structural help. Because of his work and school schedule, he is only available Monday and Tuesday afternoons, between 3:30 and 6.
If you are an experienced writing tutor, and could donate some time once a week in the Times Square area, Please email Larissa Phillips at the Learning Center at 1199: lphillips@1199funds.org.
Posted 1.25.10
ESOL Teacher P/T
Shorefront Jewish Community Council seeks a part time ESOL teacher for Russian speaking population in Brighton Beach area. Classes will be held two times a week from 5 p.m. till 7:30 p.m. Bachelor’s degree and educational background required. Please send a resume to l.shakhman@shorefrontjcc.org or fax it to 718-743-0397.
Posted 1.14.10
ESL Instructor (bi-lingual Spanish) P/T
Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking for an experienced bi-lingual Spanish ESL instructor to provide ESL instruction to adults in Brooklyn. Classes will be scheduled to meet two evenings a week from 6pm-9pm. Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction, etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. Resumes should be sent to s.lieberman@jccgci.org. Please indicate “ESL Instructor” in the subject line.
Posted 1.13.10
Pre-GED/GED Instructor P/T
Harlem Commonwealth Council is seeking individuals to teach pre-GED and GED classes. We request applicants have experience developing curriculum and strategies for student retention. Applicants should have 2 years experience teaching adult students. The part-time position is from M-TH 9am-12pm and the compensation is $30hr.
Please email Tara Canty at the Harlem Commonwealth Council: tcanty@harlemcommonwealth.org.
Posted 1.6.10
ESOL Teacher P/T
HANAC is seeking a part-time ESOL teacher for immediate hire in Corona/Queens; Two nights per week and possibly 4 nights per week; 6-9 pm. Applicant must have a Bachelors Degree and teaching experience with the adult learner. Applicant should be familiar with, cooperative learning, thematic instruction, project-based instruction and portfolio assessment. Pay $34 per hour.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to mpritsos@hanac.org.
Pre-GED/GED Teacher P/T
HANAC is seeking a part-time job readiness teacher to work in our Harlem site; Tues/Thurs from 5:30-8:30 pm. Applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree and minimum two years experience teaching pre-GED/GED to adults.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to mpritsos@hanac.org.
ESOL Instructor F/T
The FEGS-BEGIN program in the South Bronx is looking for a full time (9:00am to 5:00pm) ESOL instructor to work with an adult population. Applicant must have a broad knowledge of adult learning and teaching strategies; be responsible for designing lesson plans; be a team player; capable of handling paper work and adhering to the rules and regulations of the program, agency, and funding source. Bachelors Degree required. Experience with adult students required.
Resume & Cover Letter: Attn: Wioletta Baluta, Coordinator of Educational Services, wbaluta@fegs.org, Fax: 718- 742-0215.
Adult Education Instructor P/T
The Division of Adult and Continuing Education at LaGuardia Community College is seeking a part-time instructor to join the staff of an innovative Central Service Technician Program (CST) designed especially for nontraditional, adult students. Central Service Technicians ensure that all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment are properly decontaminated, sterilized, packaged, inventoried and distributed throughout a hospital. The Programs mission is to ensure that all admitted students successfully complete the Central Service Technician training, pass the Central Service Technician certification exam, and obtain a job or a promotion to a Certified Central Service Technician position.
The adult education instructor is a member of an innovative professional learning community both creating and delivering contextualized, interdisciplinary curriculum to develop students academic and professional CS skills. The curriculum will include science, mathematics, CS theory, practice, and lab; reading, and writing instruction and will be developed by the instructor both independently and in common planning sessions with program faculty and staff.
Salary and Schedule: $40.00 – 50.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. Evening and weekend hours required, 5-12 hours per week.
Grant- funded position begins January 2010.
For full job description and to apply, visit:
http://www.rfcuny.org/hr/pvn/cgi-bin/show_job.asp?pvn=RIS-1020.
ESOL Instructor P/T
Jewish Community Council of GCI is looking for an experienced bi-lingual Russian ESL instructor to provide ESL instruction to seniors in Brooklyn. Classes are scheduled to meet Wednesday and Thursday afternoons (12:45 pm-3:15 pm). Duties include: assessing/testing students, providing appropriate instruction etc. BA and excellent English written/oral skills required. Resumes should be sent to m.elbogen@jccgci.org. Please indicate “ESL Instructor” in the subject line.
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