The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Project-Based Learning Instructor will facilitate engaging workshops and activities for 14–15-year-olds, model positive youth development, and guide students through project-based learning experiences, all while ensuring a fun and effective learning environment.
SCS is a multi-service, community-based organization providing a broad range of services to approximately 16,000 people each year. Our services include pre-kindergarten and after school programs; college prep and career programs for teens and young adults; supports for immigrants; a vibrant senior center, dedicated home care services, support and assistance for family caregivers, and social adult day program for people with cognitive and physical impairments.
Responsibilities
- Lead workshops and activities, adapting to the interests and learning styles of students.
- Plan and implement project-based learning/youth development curriculum.
- Provide guidance and support to students throughout their PBL projects, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Establish classroom norms and expectations, manage student behavior, and develop rapport with students.
- Maintain files and necessary documentation of student project-based learning experiences.
- Conduct regular evaluation and assessment of project-based learning activities.
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning experiences.
- Attend job related trainings/workshops.
- Communicate with administration/supervisor regarding participant engagement, attendance, and supportive service needs.
- Must be creative and motivating to ensure all program goals are met along with good participant attendance.
- Maintain a professional attitude and manner that reflects the high standards of the program you serve and represent.
- Assist in all SYEP-related program operations and other duties assigned by supervisor.
- Able to meet daily/weekly deadlines in a timely manner.
- Regularly communicate with leadership or assigned designees on assigned students.
- Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
Qualifications
- Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree preferred in relevant field; high school diploma required.
- Bilingual (Spanish preferred) strongly desired.
- Meet background check and DOE Fingerprint Verification.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Able to work well with diverse personalities and populations.
- Good multi-tasking abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, both written & orally.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Experience working with high school students or academic programs.
- Ability to be proactive and work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to maintain a welcoming and effective environment for all participants.
- Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.), and online platforms such as Google Classroom and Zoom required.
Reports to: Program Specialist for Career Exploration
Schedule: Monday – Friday, up to 20 hours per a week, late June through mid-August
Hourly Rate: $21.00 – $23.00
Work Location: Aviation High School (Long Island City, Queens)
How to Apply
If you would like to join our team, please forward a cover letter and resume as two separate files with the subject line “SYEP 2025 PBL Instructor,” to the Program Specialist for Career Exploration, David Ramos, at DRamos@scsny.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
All positions at Sunnyside Community Services are filled without regard to race/color, religion/creed, national origin, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy-related condition or lactation, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, height, weight, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/ sex offenses, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration or citizenship status, prior arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, union affiliation/activity, or any other legally protected status listed in the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL), or for reporting or opposing discrimination on these bases or for reporting or opposing violations of workplace health and safety, pay equity or practices, or for participating in any internal investigation. All are encouraged to apply.
Sunnyside Community Services strives to address, explore, and educate all our stakeholders about the diversity of human experience and to advance and integrate racial equity and social justice into all organizational policies and programs. We believe that everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the organization, should feel equally involved and supported.
Sunnyside Community Services represents a commitment to considering the whole person and how systemic barriers and access to opportunities can affect their well-being.
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