What are the responsibilities and job description for the Literacy Instructor - Flushing position at THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK INC?
Position: Literacy Instructor
Location: 13301 41st Rd. Flushing, NY 11355
Salary Range: $35.00 per hour
Hours: 10 hours per week
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
Under the direction of the Education Director, the Literacy Instructor will work with boys to improve literacy skills and enrich the love of reading in grades 1-4. S/he will lead small-group, leveled guided reading sessions and whole-group read-a-louds and reading comprehension activities. Literacy Instructors will be strongly supported by the Education Director.
Responsibilities
Teach literacy-based lessons activities in small-group settings
Promote love of learning by delivering engaging academic content
Implement classroom management techniques in a way that is conducive to fun and learning
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
Report any problems, member incidents and concerns to Education Director
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Experience working and/or teaching literacy or early reading in a school or youth program required
Minimum Bachelors Degree with a focus in a relevant field
Experience with the Fountas and Pinnell assessment system strongly preferred
At least 3 years of experience as literacy instructor, reading specialist or classroom teacher
Ability to manage small- and medium-sized classrooms
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and to address the varying needs of the boys
What We Offer
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PTO: Sick time only
Resume and cover letter required.
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.