Individual Tutor - Harlem

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Individual Tutor

Location: 321 East 111th St. New York, NY 10029

Salary Range: $25.00 per hour

Hours: 10 hours per week

Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Education Director, the ELA Tutor will provide individual and/or small-group tutoring. Tutors will be strongly supported by the Education Director and are responsible for planning their own lessons and finding materials. We are seeking a reliable, highly motivated candidate with a strong record of working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement appropriate programs and lesson plans to enhance ELA skill development of participants

• Work regularly with the Education Director and other relevant staff to assess the needs of individual students and adapt lessons to meet those needs

• Observe and track member progress and attendance

• Reinforce positive student behavior and clubhouse rules; maintain a positive relationship with all members, families and staff

• Write, implement and adapt a curriculum and training methods that meets participants’ interests

• Other duties as assigned

• Attend required department meetings and professional development trainings

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in a relevant field

• At least 2 years of experience as a Writing, Reading, and/or English Tutor or classroom teacher

• Experience working with students from 6-18 years old

• Knowledge of NYC school standards preferred

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and to address the varying needs of the boys

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.