HSE Teacher

CASES

  • The Bronx, NY
  • $60,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Job Title: HSE TeacherJob Summary:CASES' youth programs aim to help New York City's legal-system-involved young people, aged 13-24, to lead productive, crime-free lives. Our approach is distinguished by individualized case management, evidence-based programming, and group activities that build positive peer associations. For many, this is the first time in their lives that they are participating in activities that help them set personal goals and develop the skills they need to reach them. As a result, hundreds of our youth participants have enrolled in secondary, post-secondary, and vocational institutions, acquired their High School Equivalency diplomas, found unsubsidized employment, and ended their involvement in the legal system.CASES' youth programs operate a High School Equivalency (HSE) program for participants ages 17-27. We aim to provide young people who have been disconnected from education a chance to reconnect through creative and thoughtful lessons and experiences.We are looking for a teacher interested in creating a supportive learning environment where students can thrive and experience success.Work is expected to be done in person – at the office and/or in the community. The Bronx site is the primary location, with some duties also performed at our 4 West 125th Street office in Harlem, and occasional meetings and trainings across CASES offices. Remote work may be possible on non-teaching days (typically Friday), with exception for trainings and in-person meetings.Shift Hours: This position is full-time Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM.Salary: The salary for this role is $60,000 per year.Location Address: 424 East 147th Street, Bronx, NY 10455. Our office is easily accessible by public transportation.Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid - For roles that have at least 1 full day remote per week. Non-teaching day (typically Friday) may be performed remote if no trainings/meetings in-person are scheduled.What You Will Be Doing:
  • Provide a safe learning environment for students, filled with opportunities to experience success, academic advancement, and support.
  • Teach all subjects of the GED test: Math, Science, Writing, Reading, and Social Studies.
  • Develop curriculum maps and level-appropriate lesson plans that promote balanced literacy and student-centered instruction, addressing multiple learning styles.
  • Lead educational field trips and contribute to planning of events and celebrations.
  • Administer the TABE assessment for new students.
  • Teach customized classes to those who have passed some subjects of the GED.
  • Plan and facilitate weekly Education enrichment group open to all CASES youth.
  • Maintain and enter attendance in databases.
  • Write progress notes for every student, with attention to those who are mandated to services.
  • Communicate with other staff about participants’ progress and challenges and collaborate to create success plans for students experiencing difficulties.
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings.
  • Provide tutoring to active participants as well as graduates, as time allows.
  • Assist with external education referrals to appropriate settings and providers.
  • Assist with development of and/or facilitate a Project-Based learning group for 14- and 15-year-olds during SYEP.
  • In cases of inclement weather: provide instruction in virtual settings, including synchronous video classes and asynchronous assignments.
  • Other duties as assigned by Team Leader or Director.
What We Are Looking For:
  • Minimum High School diploma or equivalent (GED, TASC) along with a demonstration of academic capacity to meet the needs of the position - Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts.
  • Experience with academic instruction teaching youth/young adults.
  • Familiarity with all subjects on the GED.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage, support and motivate disconnected youth.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students and staff;
  • Classroom management practices rooted in positive youth development principles.
  • Willingness to participate in professional development both internally and externally.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Commitment to developing a safe learning environment.
  • Open to working in a collaborative environment.
Preferred Skills:
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English.
  • Knowledge of NYC DOE school system, including graduation requirements.
  • Knowledge of vocational/trade, post-secondary training, and college offerings in NYC.
Employee Benefits:CASES cares about employee wellbeing, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Vacation and Paid Time Off – starting at 25 days-off annually, plus an additional summer self-care day
  • 12 Paid Holidays per year
  • Retirement 403b Competitive matching up to 6%
  • Employee Referral Program
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to learn more about benefits offered by the CASESAlthough we would love to learn about the skills of every candidate, only selected candidates that are selected will receive a response. We encourage you to apply for any position(s) you feel you are qualified for.CASES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CASES is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital, military, or citizenship status. We also actively recruit individuals with prior involvement in the criminal legal system.
This position is full-time Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
35 hours per week

CASES