Enrichment Teacher

Organization: Figure Skating in Harlem (FSH) is a thriving youth development organization - the first to combine the power of education with the grace and discipline of figure skating to help girls transform their lives and grow in confidence, leadership and academic achievement. Our award-winning afterschool and summer programs provide girls ages 6 to 18 from low-income communities with access to innovative education and health and wellness services that help them reach their fullest potential. Our vision is for every student, regardless of socio-economic background, to acquire the foundational academic, social and leadership skills to achieve her dreams.

Job Description: As part of the I Can Excel Program, the Enrichment Teacher will work under the supervision of the Vice President of Education and Leadership Development. The Enrichment teachers will teach a curriculum that enhances each student’s general knowledge, critical thinking skills and curiosity in areas they will use throughout their lives.

As educators, we believe that students learn best by being active participants in the learning process. We impart skills that teach them how to think critically, express themselves effectively, and to discover, explore, and research the greater impact they can have on their communities. The Figure Skating in Harlem curriculum is grounded in purposeful activities designed to enhance students’ knowledge and skills, driving her curiosity to learn more about her impact, and the greater impact she can have on communities and the world around her.

Schedule:

• After school (October – May)

•  (Monday- Friday 3:30-6:30pm Flexible start time)

Duties:

· Be aligned with student-centered, and student-directed learning that embraces exploration, discovery, and the production of rigorous work products.

· Gather data on student performance to inform adjustments to the learning environment and instruction to engage learners’ needs

· Include all students in the learning process at their level, and encourage the power of their voice in discussions and choice around their impact project

· Inspire curiosity and tap into learners’ potential

· Implement and teach curriculum in the areas of life skills, communications/debate, STEAM, entrepreneurship/Innovation, or self-advocacy.

· Develop and administer project-based learning that relates to the subject curriculum

· Manage classes of approx. 15-25 students of girls in a safe, respectful environment

· Assess, monitor, and track student progress

· Create and maintain a positive classroom culture while using effective classroom management strategies

· Encourage positive student behavior that promotes character development

· Maintain meaningful positive rapport with students and parents

· Uphold FSH values and youth development principles

Qualifications:

· Knowledge of culturally relevant pedagogy and teaching through a social justice lens

· Previous experience teaching, tutoring and/or mentoring youth

· Digital literate with a knowledge of basic technology

· Demonstrate ability to be professional, creative, innovative, and flexible

· Ability to commit to working throughout the season

· Attention to detail, superb organization skills

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• NYS Teachers Certificate (Preferred) 

Figure Skating in Harlem values its diverse community and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. Due to the high volume of resumes, FSH may not respond to all who apply. FSH is an equal opportunity employer.