James Patterson Enrichment Program Summer Instructor

James Patterson Enrichment Program Summer Instructor Manhattan University, United States about 4 hours ago

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13-May-26

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Manhattan University, Riverdale NY

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Staff/Administrative

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5339546 The James Patterson Enrichment Program is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to serve as Summer Instructor for its Summer Enrichment Program, that aims to work with local high school students on their college essays and an additional academic project. In this role, instructors play a central part in creating a dynamic and supportive learning environment, helping students build critical thinking, writing, and public speaking skills, as well as working with other team members to create curriculum and problem solve. This position offers valuable, hands-on professional experience in teaching, allowing participants to strengthen their skills of instruction, collaboration, classroom management, and communication. Instructors will work closely with a co-teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons, while adapting to the needs of a fast-paced academic environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

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James Patterson Enrichment Program:

The James Patterson Enrichment Program is a four-week, non-residential college readiness program designed to strengthen local high school students' ability to think critically, write powerfully, and speak persuasively. In its inaugural year, we are excited to build a program that will have a lasting impact at Manhattan University, providing education majors with valuable, real-world experiences, in addition to giving back to our local community and schools who continue to support us. Running through the entirety of July, the program will operate as a fully functioning summer initiative, offering daily lessons, collaborative projects, and interactive activities for students. Participants will be rising high school seniors, preparing for college applications and looking to strengthen their skills. Education majors will gain hands-on experience planning and leading instruction, managing classrooms, and engaging directly with students, all within a structured, supportive environment that mirrors the professional demands of teaching. Throughout the program, summer instructors will receive guidance and support from the Manhattan University Department of Education, as well as the James Patterson Honors Program, including continuous structured training and ongoing mentorship throughout the summer to ensure they understand and are prepared for the responsibilities of the role. Attend and participate in required training sessions ? Facilitate the setup and breakdown needs of classrooms ? Ensure communication with students, families, and team ? Foster warm and welcoming environment, ensuring all students needs are met ? Maintain organization of teaching locations and facilitating student transitions ? Represent Manhattan University and its Values ? Helping design and prepare curriculum materials ? Daily lesson preparation ? Classroom management ? Ability to plan and lead instruction in a pair ?Bachelor's degree required ?Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment ? Able to work independently while also working well in a team environment ? Ability to multi-task and quickly adapt to last minute requests ? Offer suggestions on program implementation and suitable efficiencies ? Ability to lift between 20 - 30lbs is required ? Operational experience with computers and audio/visuals is a plus ?Training will be provided for those who are not familiar with the equipment Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About Manhattan University Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Connections working at Manhattan University More Jobs from This Employer main.hercjobs.org/jobs/22270923/james-patterson-enrichment-program-summer-instructor Return to Search Results