Academic Instructor Youth Workforce Development

AHRC New York City is seeking a Full-time Youth Workforce Development Academic Instructor for their Advance & Earn program. The instructor supports young adults ages 17–24 by providing engaging, student-centered instruction in preparation for the GED exam leading to attainment of a High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma.

About the role

The Academic Instructor delivers contextualized academic lessons in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies, with a focus on helping participants develop both the academic skills and confidence necessary to succeed. This role plays a key part in supporting young people who are out of school and out of work to advance toward meaningful educational and career pathways.

Responsibilities

• Administer the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) and use results to assess baseline skills, guide individualized instruction, and monitor academic progress.
• Design and deliver dynamic, trauma-informed academic instruction aligned with GED standards and student learning levels.
• Create individualized learning plans based on academic assessments, personal goals, and learning styles.
• Develop and implement lesson plans in advance, integrating real-world themes and culturally responsive teaching methods.
• Incorporate financial literacy (e.g., budgeting, saving, credit basics) and digital literacy (e.g., online research, email use, digital tools for learning) into academic instruction to build real-life competencies alongside GED preparation.
• Use instructional technology and multimedia tools to enhance engagement and accommodate different learning needs.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation and peer collaboration.
• Prepare students for all GED subject areas: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies.
• Track and monitor student progress through assessments, portfolios, and attendance.
• Write and submit timely monthly progress reports and case notes in alignment with DYCD data and documentation requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and youth development planning to support participant success.
• Collaborate with career readiness, support services, and HSE testing teams to ensure holistic participant support.
• Support DYCD monitoring, site visits, and compliance documentation as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, Counseling, or related field required. Master’s degree or NYS teacher certification a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of experience teaching or tutoring youth, preferably in GED preparation, alternative education, or workforce development settings.
• Familiarity with GED curriculum, TABE testing, and adult basic education instructional methods strongly preferred.
• Strong commitment to equity, opportunity youth, and trauma-informed practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and cultural competency skills.
• Ability to build positive rapport and motivate disconnected youth.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage classroom planning, assessments, and reporting timelines.
• Flexible, proactive, and solution-oriented in fast-paced, evolving program settings.
• Experience working with DYCD-funded or similar youth programs is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License preferred but not required.

Pay

$55,000 per year

Benefits

A very generous and comprehensive benefit package is provided.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm (35 hrs./wk.), in-person at 25 Victory Blvd. (3rd Fl.), Staten Island.
• This is a full-time, 35-hour, on-site position.
• Rare evening or weekend hours may be required depending on program needs (e.g., events).