Physical Education Teacher, Newcomer Youth Summer Academy

SUMMER UNPAID VOLUNTEER OR INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Position:             Physical Education Teacher, Newcomer Youth Summer Academy
Reports to:         Newcomer Youth Summer Academy Dean of Instruction
Position Term:   July 5 – August 11, 2023
Hours:                 Training: July 5, 6, 7:  9:00AM – 5:00PM
Foundational online training modules to be completed independently ahead of synchronous staff training dates
Main Program: July 10 - August 11, 2023: Monday-Thursday, 12:00-4:00PM

Background:
Since 1999, the IRC has developed partnerships with New York City public schools, community-based organizations and local colleges and universities to support the positive development of refugee youth and their communities in New York City.  The Education and Learning Department provides year-round programming working directly with refugee youth, their parents and families, and their schools.

Job Overview/Summary: The Newcomer Youth Summer Academy (NYSA) is a six-week program focusing on preparing newly arrived refugee youth to succeed at their grade level in  the New York City public school system. Up to 130 students from ages 5 –21 from over 20 countries will participate in academic, creative arts, social-emotional learning, physical education, digital literacy, and life skills classes. Field trips are held on Fridays.

The Physical Education Teacher will design and implement a six-week curriculum that builds students’ knowledge, skills, and interest in physical education. Additionally, the Physical Education Teacher will contribute to the Program’s goals of fostering students’ social-emotional development and building a strong sense of community among the students and staff. This is an unpaid volunteer or internship opportunity.

Major Responsibilities:
Participate in the mandatory Teachers Meet & Greet, collaborative planning sessions with the Dean of Instruction, pre-program All Staff training, and all program meetings and staff development activities, thereafter
Plan and submit a 6-week culturally- and age-responsive Physical Education curriculum for elementary and middle/HS students
Submit weekly lesson plans in advance of teaching
Complete all staff program evaluation
Complete all required reporting on time.
Comply with all agency policies and protocols
Productively plan for and incorporate Classroom Culture Lead Teachers and volunteer Peer Mentors into classroom instruction