TEACHING\u200b \u200bASSISTANT\u200b \u200b\/\u200b \u200bTEMPORARY\u200b \u200bWINTER\u200b \u200bPOSITIO\u200bN\u200b \u200b(4\u200b \u200bO\u200bPEN\u200b \u200bPOSITIONS)
\nAbout\u200b \u200bSoNYT\u200b \u200band\u200b \u200bNYC\u200b \u200bWinter\u200b \u200bAcademy
\nHighly innovative and critically acclaimed, The School of The New York Times (SoNYT), a collaboration
\nbetween The New York Times and Cambridge Information Group, provides a comprehensive set of
\neducational offerings for pre-college aged students. Students attending these programs hone their skills,
\ndiscover their passions, and explore how their studies mesh with the world in which they will live. Drawing
\non unequaled expertise and unrivaled access, the programs of The School of The New York Times
\nprovide seminal formative experiences, giving students expanded vision and focus, while serving as the
\nfoundation for success in their future studies and in life itself.
\nNYC Winter Academy is designed to provide students from China with an immersive environment during
\none-week terms throughout the month of February, in which they learn, investigate and explore while
\nhaving fun and discovering friends, mentors and instructors who share their passions and interests.
\nAcademic and nonacademic components of the program are integrated to form a holistic approach that
\nensures students are making the most of their time both inside and outside the classroom.
\nEach course meets in the morning with the instructor, a lead teaching assistant (TA), and English as a
\nSecond Language teaching assistant (ESL\/TA), and afternoons with the TA and ESL\/TA. This position
\ndescription is for the TA. The courses are deep dives into particular subjects in various disciplines and
\nindustries. While instructors design the course and lead the morning class session, teaching assistants
\nare responsible for leading the afternoon practicum, which encompasses study and work sessions and\/or
\nfield trips.
\nJob\u200b \u200bSummary
\nThe Teaching Assistant is responsible, when on campus, for ensuring the classroom is set up and ready
\nto go for the start of class, as well as convening the students and assisting the instructor as needed
\nthroughout the morning. After the lunch break, the TA reconvenes class and guides the students through
\na variety of exercises, as directed by the instructor, designed to recap the morning\u2019s lesson, promote
\nindependent work and writing, and allow the students time to work on their term project. If class is
\noff-campus, either morning or afternoon, the TA (with ESL\/TA\u2019s help) will escort students to and from the
\nfield trip\/site visit. Hours are typically 9am-4pm.
\nQualifications
\nThe Lead Teaching Assistant should hold a Bachelor\u2019s in an area pertinent to the course subject matter,
\nand have at least two years of assistant teaching experience or one year of experience as a lead teacher
\n\/ course designer, with some experience in teaching writing (either journalism, composition, and\/or
\nacademic analysis) and be comfortable in working in collaborative and supervisory roles, and working
\nunder the instructor\u2019s direction. Three references are required, with at least two speaking to the teaching
\nof writing, general pedagogical strategies and classroom management skills.
\nEssential\u200b \u200bDuties\u200b \u200band\u200b \u200bResponsibilities
\nThe Teaching Assistant is key to staffing and running successful courses, both as assistant to the lead
\ninstructor in the academic sessions and as lead academic staffer in the practicum sessions, and as such
\nwill play a vital role in making the program a success.<\/p>\n
The\u200b \u200bTeaching\u200b \u200bAssistant\u200b \u200bwill:
\n1. Conduct an introductory discussion (in person or via email) with the instructor prior to term\u2019s start
\n2. Escort students to, and attend with them, all site visits
\n3. Serve as assistant to the instructors
\n4. Lead the practicum on the instructional days, and on days with two practicum sessions
\n5. Work with the assistant director and other members of the pre-college program staff to review the
\ncourse goals; in conjunction with staff and the instructor, plan activities for the afternoon practica
\nthat best reflect and analyze those themes
\n6. Assist the instructor, as needed, in planning a term project that best encapsulates and presents
\nthe term\u2019s learning outcomes
\n7. Work with the assistant director of the pre-college program and other members of the pre-college
\nprogram staff to facilitate site visits, field trips, and on-campus guest visits
\n8. Provide the instructor, as needed, with feedback on student performance, to aid in writing student
\nevaluations
\nCourses\u200b \u200b&\u200b \u200bDates
\nTerm dates are:
\n\u25cf Economics, 2\/3-2\/9\/18 (7 days; 2 positions)
\n\u25cf Technology & You: Innovation & Impact, 2\/3-2\/9\/18 (7 days; 2 positions)
\nApplicants should specify which course(s) to which they are applying.
\nOther\u200b \u200bRequirements
\nAs Teaching Assistants will be working closely with minors, they will need to pass a criminal background
\ncheck. They will also be subject to random drug testing.
\nLanguage\u200b \u200bSkills
\nWhile no special language skills are required for the position, applicants should be capable of upholding
\nthe highest standards of written and spoken English.
\nTeaching\u200b \u200bExperience
\nThe Teaching Assistant should be have at least two years of assistant teaching experience or one year of
\nexperience as a lead teacher \/ course designer, with some experience in teaching writing (either
\njournalism, composition, and\/or academic analysis).
\nPhysical\u200b \u200bDemands
\nThe physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
\nsuccessfully perform the essential functions of his\/her job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations
\nmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
\n\u25cf Ability to sit, stand, walk, travel up and down stairs, crouch, stoop and reach.
\n\u25cf Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
\n\u25cf Ability to travel extensively within the broader New York City area for purpose of escorting
\nstudents on site visits and field trips.
\nWork\u200b \u200bEnvironment
\nThe work environment characteristics listed in this position description are representative of those an
\nemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Under the ADA, reasonable
\naccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<\/p>\n
Compensation
\nAll Teaching Assistants are paid as consultants and have to fill out a W9. They are responsible for paying
\nall taxes associated with their earnings. The fee for the position, including prep time, is $2,450.
\nTo\u200b \u200bApply
\n\u25cf Email your resume and cover letter to: jobs@nytedu.com
\n\u25cf In the subject line of your email enter: \u201cWA18 Teaching Assistant\u201d
\n\u25cf Only qualified candidates should apply
\nApplications will be accepted and considered until the position is filled.
\nThe School of the New York Times is an Equal Opportunity Employer www.nytedu.com
\nNO RECRUITERS<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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