Job Title: Facilitator
PVN ID: LA-2402-006139
Category: Instruction and Social Service
Location: LAGUARDIA C. C.
Job Description
General Description
The Workforce Education Center is an arm of the Division of Adult & Continuing Education at LaGuardia Community College that works with youth ages 14-24 who are in need of improvement of academic skills, an internship, a high school equivalency diploma, community service experience, entry into the job market or interested in entering college. The Facilitators for Project-Based learning activities will work with 14 &15 year-old young adults in a hybrid classroom setting providing teaching and learning in which students use academic knowledge and skills to address genuine community needs.
Performance Responsibilities:
Oversee the Project-Based Learning instructional activities (hybrid) on-line and/or in-person classroom program to which they are assigned
Oversee the collection of participants’ project-based learning data
Plan and implement project-based learning/youth development curriculum
Maintain files and necessary documentation of student project-based learning experiences
Plan and execute virtual and in-person trips related to the project-based learning curriculum
Comply with all requirements of the SYEP project-based learning program at LaGuardia Community College
Conduct regular evaluation and assessment of project-based learning activities
Assist in the development of reflection activities for program participants
Guide students in the promotion of social change by providing a deep understanding of how individual actions contribute to the community
Motivate students to produce a service project that reflects their project-based learning subject area
Compile and submit end of program data to Program Coordinator
Prepare weekly reports for the Program Director
Work with classroom assistants to ensure that participants time sheets are completed so that they can receive their stipends
Other duties as assigned
Other Duties
Qualifications
College Senior or Graduate with a major in Education, Human Services or Instructional Technology and/or other related field
Passionate about project-based learning and community service and its potential to engage students in meaningful learning
Well organized and have excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience with databases and open to using web-based applications
Knowledgeable about the Queens and other communities and their needs
Must be able to demonstrate a theoretical foundation in the principles and practices of leadership
Strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Willingness to work and communicate effectively with diverse populations and function as a key team member
Ability to build rapport with youth 14-15 years of age
Candidates with experience in teaching one or more of the following disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply: STEM/STEAM/DIGITAL ARTS/STUDIO ARTS/CODING/RESTORATIVE JUSTICE/ CHESS/ HEALTH AND WELLNESS/ PHOTOGRAPHY/HISTORY/ROBOTICS
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About the Research Foundation
The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).
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Key Features
Department Workforce Education Center
Status Full Time
Pay Range $26.00-$26.00
Closing Date Dec 31, 2024 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit Yes
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