International Rescue Committee
Youth Education Specialist (ESOL)
International Rescue Committee, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people affected by conflict and disaster. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. The Youth Education Specialists will work closely with the Youth Education Supervisor to support high-quality programming for refugee and immigrant youth in New York City. The specialists will be part of a team that runs youth education programs including, but not limited to, Youth Tutoring, online Youth English for Speakers of Other Languages (YESOL) classes, and Leaders in Training (LIT), a college access and career readiness program for high school juniors and seniors. The specialist will support instruction and field trips during Mini-NYSA programs, in-person programs which occur during school breaks in the middle of the school year. Major Responsibilities
Lead Youth English for Speakers of Other Languages (YESOL) classes Curriculum Preparation: Create and improve YESOL curriculum to meet the needs of current student population including academic English and test preparation Prepare slideshows for each class Update syllabi for each group as the semester progresses Intake and Assessment: Manage new referral and contact information, outreach to potential families and students Administer baseline, midline and endline English assessments; coordinate intake process Collaborate with parents and teachers to identify specific student needs Teach 3-4 YESOL classes, including but not limited to: 2-3 groups of Middle School (Beginner and Intermediate), 2-3 groups of High School (Beginner and Intermediate), 1 High School Test Prep Class – Regents, TOEFL, SAT, 1 Parent ESOL class on Saturdays, and additional groups as needed YESOL Program Monitoring & Evaluation: Track class attendance, document daily notes, gather qualitative data through student surveys and staff observations, and synthesize/present data for annual reports Intern Management: Recruit and hire Youth ESOL interns; delegate weekly tasks and review submitted projects and tasks; provide opportunities for leadership and professional development Support the Mini Newcomer Youth Spring Academy (Mini NYSA)
with direct responsibility for the academic program Plan and instruct lessons on ESOL and other topics for groups up to 25 students Assist with the implementation and analysis of various student assessment initiatives including content area assessments, progress reports, and report cards Monitor submission of, enter, and analyze student assessment data Assist in timely production and dissemination of necessary assessments and resources for all teaching staff Assist in the coordination and implementation of school-wide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Lead the coordination and implementation of all events and initiatives Lead groups of students for off-site field trips Perform other duties as assigned Support the Youth Education Supervisor with Newcomer Youth Spring Academy (NYSA) Assist with curriculum creation for teaching YESOL and other subjects at NYSA Assist with teacher and staff training for all teachers at NYSA Key Working Relationships
Position Reports to: Youth Education Supervisor Position directly supervises: Interns Other Internal and/or external contacts: other youth program staff Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field; Master’s degree candidate in education preferred Strong command of Microsoft Suite, G Suite, Canva, and other digital platforms required Classroom teaching experience preferred (both in-person and online, especially TESOL experience) Experience with data collection and analysis Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Strong written and oral communicative skills Cultural competence and cross-cultural or overseas experience required Experience working with immigrant populations, highly desirable Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapting programming to shifting client needs and relevant government policy changes Fluency in written and spoken English required; second language proficiency (Spanish, French, Dari, Farsi, Arabic, Russian, Haitian Creole, Ukrainian, Mandarin, etc.) highly desirable Flexibility to work on Saturdays and evenings based on program requirements Working Environment:
All applicants must be based in or be willing to work from our New York City office. The IRC NYC RAI office is currently working in a hybrid environment (3 days in office and 2 remote). The specialist is expected to be in-person Monday-Friday during mini-NYSA and in-person at a centrally located public school in New York City. During the school year, programming times may require work from Monday – Saturday; online ESOL classes occur during after-school hours, with classes up to 8pm or later depending on availability and program needs. Hours:
20 hours including 8-11 hours of instruction time and 9 hours of administration time during regular academic program hours. YESOL classes will occur virtually 4pm-8pm Monday – Friday and in-person on Saturdays. The office is on a hybrid schedule; specialists will be in-person for some hours as needed. Schedules are subject to change; exact schedules determined upon hiring in consultation with the Youth Education Supervisor. Compensation:
(Pay Range: $26.55 - $27.50). Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on factors including labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Offers calibrated by work location, candidate experience and skills. Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and its workers must adhere to the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct (Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality). Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people affected by conflict and disaster. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. The Youth Education Specialists will work closely with the Youth Education Supervisor to support high-quality programming for refugee and immigrant youth in New York City. The specialists will be part of a team that runs youth education programs including, but not limited to, Youth Tutoring, online Youth English for Speakers of Other Languages (YESOL) classes, and Leaders in Training (LIT), a college access and career readiness program for high school juniors and seniors. The specialist will support instruction and field trips during Mini-NYSA programs, in-person programs which occur during school breaks in the middle of the school year. Major Responsibilities
Lead Youth English for Speakers of Other Languages (YESOL) classes Curriculum Preparation: Create and improve YESOL curriculum to meet the needs of current student population including academic English and test preparation Prepare slideshows for each class Update syllabi for each group as the semester progresses Intake and Assessment: Manage new referral and contact information, outreach to potential families and students Administer baseline, midline and endline English assessments; coordinate intake process Collaborate with parents and teachers to identify specific student needs Teach 3-4 YESOL classes, including but not limited to: 2-3 groups of Middle School (Beginner and Intermediate), 2-3 groups of High School (Beginner and Intermediate), 1 High School Test Prep Class – Regents, TOEFL, SAT, 1 Parent ESOL class on Saturdays, and additional groups as needed YESOL Program Monitoring & Evaluation: Track class attendance, document daily notes, gather qualitative data through student surveys and staff observations, and synthesize/present data for annual reports Intern Management: Recruit and hire Youth ESOL interns; delegate weekly tasks and review submitted projects and tasks; provide opportunities for leadership and professional development Support the Mini Newcomer Youth Spring Academy (Mini NYSA)
with direct responsibility for the academic program Plan and instruct lessons on ESOL and other topics for groups up to 25 students Assist with the implementation and analysis of various student assessment initiatives including content area assessments, progress reports, and report cards Monitor submission of, enter, and analyze student assessment data Assist in timely production and dissemination of necessary assessments and resources for all teaching staff Assist in the coordination and implementation of school-wide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Lead the coordination and implementation of all events and initiatives Lead groups of students for off-site field trips Perform other duties as assigned Support the Youth Education Supervisor with Newcomer Youth Spring Academy (NYSA) Assist with curriculum creation for teaching YESOL and other subjects at NYSA Assist with teacher and staff training for all teachers at NYSA Key Working Relationships
Position Reports to: Youth Education Supervisor Position directly supervises: Interns Other Internal and/or external contacts: other youth program staff Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field; Master’s degree candidate in education preferred Strong command of Microsoft Suite, G Suite, Canva, and other digital platforms required Classroom teaching experience preferred (both in-person and online, especially TESOL experience) Experience with data collection and analysis Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Strong written and oral communicative skills Cultural competence and cross-cultural or overseas experience required Experience working with immigrant populations, highly desirable Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapting programming to shifting client needs and relevant government policy changes Fluency in written and spoken English required; second language proficiency (Spanish, French, Dari, Farsi, Arabic, Russian, Haitian Creole, Ukrainian, Mandarin, etc.) highly desirable Flexibility to work on Saturdays and evenings based on program requirements Working Environment:
All applicants must be based in or be willing to work from our New York City office. The IRC NYC RAI office is currently working in a hybrid environment (3 days in office and 2 remote). The specialist is expected to be in-person Monday-Friday during mini-NYSA and in-person at a centrally located public school in New York City. During the school year, programming times may require work from Monday – Saturday; online ESOL classes occur during after-school hours, with classes up to 8pm or later depending on availability and program needs. Hours:
20 hours including 8-11 hours of instruction time and 9 hours of administration time during regular academic program hours. YESOL classes will occur virtually 4pm-8pm Monday – Friday and in-person on Saturdays. The office is on a hybrid schedule; specialists will be in-person for some hours as needed. Schedules are subject to change; exact schedules determined upon hiring in consultation with the Youth Education Supervisor. Compensation:
(Pay Range: $26.55 - $27.50). Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on factors including labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Offers calibrated by work location, candidate experience and skills. Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and its workers must adhere to the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct (Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality). Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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