CONNECT-Instructor

Overview

CONNECT Instructors are sought by the West Point Association of Graduates (WPAOG) for the CONNECT Program, an after-school program supported by WPAOG in collaboration with the Highland Falls Intermediate School and part of the WPAOG-HVP, LLC. CONNECT is an AOG initiative that supports West Point and AOG as it enhances the quality of life for prospective USMA Staff and Faculty, and the overall community.

The CONNECT Program is part of the Alumni Support Department. Instructors will assist and report to the Director of the CONNECT Program and work as part of the Alumni Support Team.

• Work with the Director of CONNECT to implement hands-on, multi-sensory, project-based lessons and activities within an academically stimulating thematic curriculum.
• Submit lesson plans to the program Assistant Director for approval according to submission schedule.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director and Lead Teacher to plan lessons and provide supervision during all activities for about 20 students per class.
• Participate in curriculum and other professional development trainings as required.
• Use creative/innovative teaching strategies to enhance literacy skills, social-emotional learning, and STREAM.
• Assist with developing and planning culminating event activities that showcase learning and creativity.
• Engage and communicate with parents and families as required by the Director.
• Monitor authorized parent/guardian pick up.
• Participate in community outreach and meetings as required.
• Provide coverage across after-school programs as needed.

• Associate's degree desired; credit hours in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or related fields are desired; experience in the education field is desired.
• Must enjoy working with children. Background in STREAM, visual or performing arts, or sports coaching is a plus. Native or fluent Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Reliable transportation to and from work is a must. This position does not offer benefits and will pay approximately $17-$25 per hour based on skills and experience. Schedule is flexible with a maximum of 4 hours per day, 5 days per week during the academic year. Some nights and weekends may be required. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and letters of reference.
  
  Additionally, the incumbent must live within commuting distance of West Point.