NIA COMMUNITY SERVICES NETWORK INC·New York
The instructor is responsible for planning and leading structured activities while maintaining classroom order and behavior management. They must also ensure participant safety and coordinate with group leaders to facilitate daily program procedures.
Participant Safety Report all concerns regarding the well being of participants to immediate supervisor in a timely manner and no later than the conclusion of the last activity of each day Seek immediate supervisor or emergency assistance when a participant is injured Ensure proper supervision of assigned participants at all times Verify identity before dismissing participants to approved guardian as listed on participant enrollment form Activity Planning Submit lesson plans for each activity by specified due date, and conduct activity according to approved plans Submit NIA material requests for approval by supervisor Include an active role for Group Leader in activity plan, inclusive of classroom management and activity prep Submit a plan for culminating activity to be showcased at the program culminating event Actively assist with all activities being led by specialists, subcontractors, and/or colleagues Daily Procedures Perform assigned activity, transition, snack period, and dismissal Use positive behavior management with assigned group at all times Maintain group organization and manage group effectively QualificationsRequired Skills: At least 1 year of prior experience teaching or facilitating group activities with students High school diploma required College coursework in the areas of education, youth development is expected Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply Education and Experience: Elementary Education: 1 year (Preferred) Instructor: 1 year (Preferred) Job Type: Part-time Education and Experience: Elementary Education: 1 year (Preferred) Instructor: 1 year (Preferred) Job Type: Part-time Schedule: Monday-Friday 2:20m-5:30pm Work Location: One location NIA Community Services Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. NIA Community Services Network, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Candidates must have at least one year of experience in teaching or facilitating group activities with students. A high school diploma is required, and college coursework in education or youth development is expected.
Market context
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