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SalaryAbout NIA Community Services: Founded in 1981, the NIA Community Services Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing issues that impact youth, families, and seniors. The NIA serves thousands of clients each year through after-school programs, summer day camps, cultural arts opportunities, youth and family counseling services, community assistance, referral services, and senior support programs.
The NIA offers students access to arts, sports, leadership, STEM, and academic opportunities through after-school programs that foster positive youth development, teach new skills, and encourage learning through exploration. NIA programs provide an environment where students learn to think critically and communicate confidently; a place where students develop the tools necessary to realize their individual talents and embrace the larger world through meaningful opportunities for experiential education, service learning, and community building.
Visit us at www.niabklyn.org
Instructor Job Description:
Instructorsfor after-school programs are responsible for planning and leading structured activities for students in grades K-5. For this role we are looking for someone with yoga and fitness experience.
NIA Community Services Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. NIA Community Services Network, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Successfully lead after-school activities with groups of up to 20 students for grades K-5
Work collaboratively with co-workers who assist in the classroom
Submit written lesson plans in a timely manner
Effectively manage the classroom and address student behavior issues in a positive, professional manner
Communicate clearly and positively with students, co-workers, and supervisors
Maintenance of the classroom and supplies
MUST be available, on-time, and prepared to work during assigned hours, for three hours a day, between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM(Exact hours vary depending upon location).
Required Skills:
At least 1 year of prior experience teaching or facilitating group activities with students
High school diploma required
College coursework in the areas of education, youth development, or Yoga is expected
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
Education and Experience:
Elementary Education: 1 year (Preferred)
Instructor: 1 year (Preferred)
