Instructors (Part-Time), Continuing Education

Chestnut Commons Community Center - Brooklyn, NY 11208

Salary Range $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Job Shift Afternoon (10-6pm or 11-7pm) Education Level Bachelor's Degree Preferred Travel Percentage Less than 10% Category Education

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation (CHLDC) has an opening for one (1) part-time GED Instructor for the Career and Education Programs' YouthBuild IGNITE. We are seeking an energetic and dedicated GED Instructor to inspire adult learners in achieving their General Education Development (GED) credentials. The ideal candidate will bring passion for adult education, strong instructional skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Teach core subjects (Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Reasoning through Language Art [RLA]) in a manner that accommodates different learning styles and levels.

Assess student needs and tailor instruction to meet individual academic goals and address learning gaps.

Integrate real-world applications and problem-solving into lessons to make content relevant and relatable for students.

Provide personalized academic guidance and one-on-one tutoring to students struggling with specific content.

Act as a mentor, offering encouragement and strategies for overcoming personal and academic obstacles.

Maintain accurate records of student performance and adapt lesson plans based on data.

Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and positive reinforcement among students.

Participate in agency meetings, committees, professional development, and community engagement activities, demonstrating a commitment to youth development, leadership development, equity, continuous improvement, and community building.

Maintain compliance with agency policies, confidentiality standards, safety procedures, contractual obligations, documentation requirements, and applicable regulations while performing other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate commitment to leadership development, community building, and community organizing as strategies for social change.

Bachelor's degree in Education, Adult Education, or a related field required.

Teaching certification preferred, with a focus on adult education or secondary education, but not required.

Experience teaching at-risk youth or in a non-traditional educational setting preferred.

Clear understanding of the GED exam structure and requirements.

Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping youth achieve their educational goals.

This position works in office and classroom settings as well as significant community engagement and worksite locations. This role routinely involves travel and uses a full range of office equipment such as computers, cellphones, photocopiers, and standard equipment such as scissors and tape dispensers.

The employee must be able to efficiently and independently travel throughout the 5 boroughs using public transportation.

Position is part-time; Must be able to work with a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of students.

Supervision

25.00 - $35.00 / hourly

CYPRESS HILLS LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND IS COMMITTED TO WORKPLACE DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans