Summer Lead & Assistant Teacher Positions

82nd Street Academics

Summer Lead & Assistant Teacher Positions

Queens, NY
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Locations:

    1. Main Site: Pre-K - 5th

    Location: 8110 35th Avenue, Jackson Heights, NY 11372

    Date: July 7th - August 22nd, 2025

    Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    1. REN 2: K-8th

    Location: 45-20 83rd Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373

    Date: July 7th - August 8th, 2025

    Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 2:30 - 6:00 PM & Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    1. P.S. 280: K-5th

    Location: 34-20 94th Street Jackson Heights, NY 11372

    Date: July 2nd - August 15th, 2025

    Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    1. HPCMS: 6th-8th

    Location: 1-50 51st Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101

    Date: July 2nd - August 8th, 2025

    Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 11:30 - 6:00 PM & Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    1. I.S. 145: 6th-8th

    Location: 33-34 80th Street, Jackson Heights, NY 11372

    Date: July 2nd - August 8th, 2025

    Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 11:30 - 6:00 PM & Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Program Focus: Academic and social support for elementary (Pre-K – 5th) and middle school students (Grades 6–8), emphasizing college exploration, enrichment activities, physical activity, and holistic development.

    Pay Rate: Starting at $18/hour (based on experience and education)

    Additional Commitment: Weekly meetings and professional development sessions may occur outside program hours.

    Key Responsibilities

    Lead a class of 10–15 students daily (elementary and/or middle school).

    Create and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans that align with program goals, with a focus on college exploration and enrichment activities (e.g., arts, STEM, team building, cultural exploration).

    Support both academic and non-academic development through a variety of activities.

    Foster a positive, safe, and respectful classroom and enrich the environment.

    Ensure accurate student attendance and uphold safety protocols.

    Promote a college-going culture across all age levels.

    Serve as a professional role model by adhering to attendance, punctuality, dress code, and communication expectations.

    Maintain strong communication with students, families, staff, and school partners.

    Qualifications

    Education: Working toward a bachelor's degree (minimum).

    Experience: At least one year of experience working with elementary or middle school-aged children in a structured setting.

    Commitment: Full summer availability through the end of August is required.

    Language: Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred, not required.

    Skills & Attributes

    Knowledge of youth development and best practices for academic and enrichment programming.

    Strong lesson planning and facilitation skills in both academic and enrichment contexts.

    Clear and effective communicator in both group and one-on-one settings.

    Professional, accountable, collaborative, and student-centered.

    How to Apply

    Submit a resume (PDF or MS Word) via email. Include the position title in the subject line. Website: www.82ndst.com