OUR MISSION: Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future. OUR VISION: We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success. PROGRAM DESIGN: RTS facilitates a variety of youth programs including after-school, summer camps, retreats, conferences, and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year. RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of theCircle of Couragein all our programs; creating an environment ofBelonging,where young people can build theirIndependence,find, and develop theirMasteryskill,and practiceGenerosityin their communities.At the core of our programs are staff training strategies that enable our young professionals to develop extraordinarily meaningful relationships with the young people in their care who we callOur Future Leadersbecause that is what they all are. ORGANIZATIONAL ROLE:
- Supervisor: Program Director
- Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach and lead 1-hour sessions surrounding your field.
- Creatively incorporate academics into the lesson plans.
- Plan and submit bi-weekly lesson plans to Education Specialist for approval.
- Provides lesson plans that scaffold toward a culminating event/or take-home activity
- Provides lesson plans to group leaders prior to implementation in classroom for better assistance
- Must have time management and organizational skills in a classroom setting.
- Work collaboratively with staff to maintain order and participation during program.
- Ensures the safety of all participants throughout the instruction period
- Communicate with the Site Director about any schedule and classroom modifications, or behavioral issues,
- Attend mandatory scheduled meetings and professional development training.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the Education Specialist, Site Director, or Assistant Site Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A degree or certification in your teaching field.
- At least one year of experience working in school age programs.
- At least one year of experience working in lesson planning.
- At least three years of experience teaching in your field of interest.
- Strong skills in communication, punctuality, and teamwork.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel welcome and valued. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success in serving youth.
DISCLAIMER This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and its essential functions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to the staff member. The specific duties and responsibilities of the position may change from time to time, as determined by the needs of the organization.The staff member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.