Design and facilitate engaging literacy programming for middle school students in grades 6–8, strengthening reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills through interactive lessons, creative writing activities, literature discussions, and project-based learning.
Locations (4)
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Queens, New York, United States
The Bronx, New York, United States
Manhattan, New York, United States
Compensation
$21.50 - 24.50 per hour
Responsibilities
Plan and facilitate engaging literacy lessons, reading groups, writing workshops, and literary projects.
Strengthen students' reading comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, and analytical thinking skills.
Introduce students to diverse literary genres, authors, cultures, and perspectives.
Develop creative writing opportunities, including poetry, short stories, journaling, essays, and personal narratives.
Facilitate group discussions, book clubs, debates, and activities that encourage critical thinking and communication.
Requirements
High school diploma/GED required
College degree, teaching certification, literacy training, or equivalent experience preferred
Nice to have: bilingual language skills
Nice to have: experience in a DYCD-funded program or NYC after-school setting
Nice to have: some college coursework or degree in Education, Arts, Recreation, Youth Development
