Creative Exchange Instructor

Primary Location: College of Staten Island

Schedule: Thursdays, 6:15pm – 8:15pm
Modality: In Person

About the Role

Grounded in the Liberal Arts tradition, the College of Staten Island is committed to the highest standards in teaching, research, and scholarship. Drawing on the rich heritage of the City University of New York, the College of Staten Island offers opportunity in New York City’s Borough of Staten Island.

The Office of Community Educational Engagement (OCEE) is a central resource connecting the college and community. The OCEE’s Creative Exchange program is a community inclusion program serving adults over the age of 21 with mild to moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide skills training and unique learning experiences in and out of a college classroom for personal growth and self-empowerment that responds to the student’s self-identified needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach two, 45-minute modified courses on Adult Living Skills
• Plan and implement lessons that offer engaging learning experiences based on course goals of student wellness, self-discovery, success skills, and habits. Topics include but are not limited to:
  • Student glows and grows, interpersonal or soft skills development, healthy relationships, self-advocacy, decision-making, conflict resolution, travel training and safety, nutrition and exercise, self-care and hygiene, image and self-esteem, self-regulation, stress management, mental health, and DEI/cultural competency
  • Basic writing, literacy, time management, goal setting, note taking, dress, etiquette, basic technology training in Microsoft Office, Google and Zoom, financial literacy (e.g., opening a bank account, credit cards, lending money, budgeting needs and wants)
• Ensure hands-on activities are incorporated in lessons where appropriate
• Adjust lesson planning and instruction based on student feedback and performance as needed
• Participate in meetings and professional development as required
• Ensure a safe classroom environment, where there is mutual respect and students’ rights are upheld
• Timely submission of daily attendance using the template provided by the program
• Timely completion and submission of Student Ratings
• Plan and feature a student-centered end-of-semester project, activity, performance, or presentation during Showcase Week
• Guide undergraduate students as needed who are supporting their classes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of various disabilities
• Excellent communication (written, verbal, and interpersonal) skills, and able to mediate conflict
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and be proactive
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Highly motivated with a willingness to be flexible and creative
• Experience teaching adults with intellectual disabilities and Universal Design training preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree required

Applicants invited to interview must email a copy of their highest credential or transcripts to the hiring manager prior to the interview. Applicants with specialized licenses related to the position must also provide copies of those licenses.

Candidates will undergo a criminal background check. All appointments are subject to budgetary guidelines, fiscal constraints, and satisfactory performance assessment.

Pay

$40.45/hour

Benefits

RFCUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package.