82nd Street Academics

Summer Lead & Assistant Teacher Positions

Location

Hunters Point

Type

Part Time

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 
2. 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 
3. 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  
4. 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 
5. 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 

 
Compensation: $16.25 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, LGBTQI or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Website: 82ndst.com

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