Electives Teacher (NYSA)
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring an in-office Electives Teacher in New York City paying $27.50 per hour to lead creative curricula for refugee youth as part of the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy.
- Role
- Electives Teacher (NYSA)
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- New York City, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $27.50 per hour
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Electives Teacher for the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy (NYSA) in New York City. This six-week program provides academic and creative instruction to newly arrived refugee youth. The teacher will design and implement engaging elective curricula for students in grades 6-12 while collaborating with staff and peer mentors. This role focuses on supporting the educational and social-emotional growth of multilingual learners in a supportive, culturally humble environment.
What you'll do
- Plan a 6-week culturally-responsive curriculum for grades 6-12.
- Submit lesson plans, materials, and slide decks weekly.
- Provide guidance to peer mentors to support student learning.
- Perform formative and post-assessments to track student progress.
- Participate in collaborative staff training and coaching cycles.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Classroom teaching experience, preferably in NYC public schools.
- Experience working with refugee or immigrant populations.
- Strong relationship-building and classroom management skills.
- Fluency in English; second language proficiency is a plus.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 days PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, 403b retirement plan with matching, disability & life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote or in-office?
This position is strictly in-office and requires the teacher to work at the New York City public school site where the Summer Academy is held.
What is the compensation for this position?
The Electives Teacher position pays $27.50 per hour.
What are the primary qualifications required for this role?
The role requires experience in classroom teaching, curriculum creation, and working with refugee or multilingual students, along with a bachelor's degree in education.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not specify a closing date, so interested candidates should apply through the IRC careers portal as soon as possible.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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