{"id":4585,"date":"2010-12-06T20:06:09","date_gmt":"2010-12-06T16:06:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/?p=4585"},"modified":"2010-12-06T15:59:42","modified_gmt":"2010-12-06T19:59:42","slug":"job-vision-education-and-media-seeks-instructors-and-assistants-for-after-school-programs-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/2010\/12\/06\/job-vision-education-and-media-seeks-instructors-and-assistants-for-after-school-programs-2\/","title":{"rendered":"JOB: Vision Education and Media seeks instructors and assistants for after-school programs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vision Education and Media is seeking instructors and assistants in their after-school programs (Scratch animation, Lego robotics and programming, video and more) and Lego-themed birthday parties.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 It’s a really great opportunity to share what we are passionate about with kids and see what they come up with.\u00a0 The staff is also very ITP-friendly =)\u00a0\u00a0 Send your resume and cover letter to adrienne@vemny.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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Technology Mentors for After<\/strong>\u2010<\/strong>school Technology Clubs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vision Education & Media, a company dedicated to working with schools to support the creative and effective use of technology, is seeking Technology Mentors to work with youth in grades PK\u20108 in an after\u2010school environment using a project\u2010based approach. Vision Education & Media\u2019s after school program activities are designed to wrap around the school day curriculum and creatively enhance students\u2019 learning, using computers for Animation and Game design, LEGO Robotics, and other classes. This is an opportunity to have fun building with LEGO, to help students develop creative and academic skills through the creation of multi\u2010media projects, and the opportunity to develop\/teach technology integrated curriculum.<\/p>\n

Qualifications:<\/p>\n

Candidates for mentor positions must:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have a BA or BS degree and a background in education and\/or technology.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have a minimum of 1-year teaching experience in a classroom setting.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have mastery of classroom management techniques.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have proficiency with computers.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have a desire to learn new technologies.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be energetic and enthusiastic<\/p>\n

Responsibilities of the Mentor position include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ability to commit to all program dates.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ability to be on time and prepared for class.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Attendance to Vision trainings and workshops as required.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Regular communication with Manager or Supervisor.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Written Wiki reports within 24hrs of class.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Supplementation of basic curriculum with additional activities\/project ideas.<\/p>\n

This position is part\u2010time. Training is provided. Computer clubs are generally 2 hours long and take place during the afternoon between 2pm\u20106pm. We teach classes in all five boroughs; candidates are responsible for transportation to and from school locations. Programs of varying durations are available, so please be prepared to discuss your availability to commit to a project through its completion upon interviewing.<\/p>\n

Wage: Competitive hourly wage depending upon experience.<\/p>\n

Please E\u2010mail your resume and cover letter to adrienne@vemny.org<\/a>. No phone calls, please.<\/p>\n

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Technology Assistant Mentors for After<\/strong>\u2010<\/strong>school Technology Clubs and Birthday Parties<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vision Education & Media, a company dedicated to working with schools to support the creative and effective use of technology, is seeking Technology Assistant Mentors to work with youth in grades PK\u20108 in an after\u2010school environment using a project\u2010based approach. Vision Education & Media\u2019s after school program activities are designed to wrap around the school day curriculum and creatively enhance students\u2019 learning, using computers for Animation and Game design, LEGO Robotics, and other classes. This is an opportunity to have fun building with LEGO, to help students develop creative and academic skills through the creation of multi\u2010media projects, and the opportunity to develop\/teach technology integrated curriculum.\u00a0 In addition, we work with families to host LEGO Robotics birthday parties at our studio in the Flatiron District.<\/p>\n

Qualifications:<\/p>\n

Candidates for Assistant Mentor positions must:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be enrolled in a BA or BS degree program with a background in education and\/or technology.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have experience working with children in a classroom, camp, or after school setting.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have proficiency with computers.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have a desire to learn new technologies.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be energetic and enthusiastic<\/p>\n

Responsibilities of the Assistant Mentor position include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ability to commit to all program dates.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ability to be on time and prepared for class.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Attendance at Vision trainings and workshops as required.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Regular communication with Manager or Supervisor.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ability to support lead mentor in teaching the after school program.<\/p>\n

This position is part\u2010time, and we plan to provide approx. 8\u201012 hours of work for assistants most weeks.\u00a0 Training is provided. Computer clubs are generally 2 hours long and take place during the afternoon between 2pm\u20106pm. Birthday parties take place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons. We teach classes in all five boroughs; candidates are responsible for transportation to and from school locations. \u00a0Programs of varying durations are available, so please be prepared to discuss your availability to commit to a project through its completion upon interviewing.<\/p>\n

Wage: Competitive hourly wage depending upon experience.<\/p>\n

Please E\u2010mail your resume and cover letter to adrienne@vemny.org<\/a>. No phone calls, please.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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