High School Speech and Debate Instructor

Responsibilities

• Create, adapt and implement curriculum for groups of 10 students online or up to 25 students in person
• Engage students and modify curriculum according to needs of students
• If circumstances require online classes, Instructors must have reliable wifi and computers. Instructors must have cameras on at all times and appear on camera in order to persuade students to communicate and participate in the same way
• Manage in person and remote classrooms using positive behavior management strategies
• Meet regularly with the Liberty LEADS High School Adviser/Program Coordinator for supervision and debriefing
• Prepare presentation with students for 'end of year' celebration
• Provide lesson plans to the supervisor one week in advance for approval

About the Role

The Liberty LEADS Program at Bank Street College is a college access and college success program serving students throughout New York City. We offer a comprehensive academic program and a wide range of resources for students in grades 5 through 12, Monday through Saturday, for 10 months of the year.

Qualifications

• NYS Teacher Certification or professional proficiency in content area preferred
• Special Education teachers strongly urged to apply
• Must possess a Bachelor's degree ; Master's preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of the Common Core preferred
• Previous experience working with high school youth
• Able to motivate students about STEM-related concepts and activities; emphasis on application