Teacher Assistant

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About Discover and Grow, Inc.

Discover and Grow is a young New York-based Nonprofit founded by agents of change. Our mission is to empower children and youth to be the best version of themselves and constructive members of society through self and social discovery, growth, and positive actions.

Job at a glance

Salary: non-paid volunteer or internship program

Time commitment: Minimum 3 hours a week

Location: MS244 (Bronx) or Staten Island (Brighton Heights)

Reports to: Executive Director

Start date: ASAP

Job Summary

Our Teacher Assistant position is an excellent opportunity for upbeat and engaging individuals pursuing or interested in the fields of Education and/or Mental Health. You will be responsible for assisting our class facilitators with class.

Our lessons utilize a range of instructional methods: Discussions, art, games, music, didactic instruction, writing, skill practice, book/story kinesthetic, role-playing, service learning, etc.

Currently, we are in the Bronx (Kingsbridge) and Staten Island (Brighton Heights) but are looking to expand our programs in other areas around NYC.

Ideal candidates will have the following:

• Loves children/youth and is able to connect with them
• Familiarity with lesson plan implementation or willingness to learn
• Preferred Spanish Speaker
• Fast-learner
• Creative and motivated to work without being micro-managed

Please note: We will perform a background check for this position and you must not have any records of sexual misbehavior or child abuse.

Additional Information

At Discover and Grow we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to non-discriminatory employment practices. We believe that no one should be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we serve not only as a physical representation but also as a way to connect with our customers and better serve them.

To apply

Please submit the following:

1) A current resume or CV

2) A cover letter: talking about your past relevant experience and why together with your personality you are the best candidate for this position