Social Studies Teacher Salary in New Orleans, LA

Staff Instructor, Upward Bound, EnglishScott S. Cowen Institute For Public Education InitiativesLocation: New Orleans, LASummaryThe Staff Instructor, under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director, will facilitate and teach core academic courses in English at Upward Bound. Courses are designed to provide participants with the rigorous academic skills, study habits, and discipline necessary for success at the post-secondary level. The curriculum and the development of the course will be based on national standards and metrics of college readiness with an emphasis in project-based learning. In addition, instructors will assist in the role of a college coach and work with participants on college readiness skills on area of college applications, financial literacy, 21st century soft skills, ACT review, and other necessary components. These components are designed to ease the transition from secondary to post-secondary education. The coach will also assist the counselor in college planning and career exploration activities that allows participants cross curriculum learning within academic courses and align future career goals to college planning.   The Upward Bound program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, is a college prep program that focuses on college completion for first generation and low-income students. The program seeks to address the needs of these students and to increase the rates of post-secondary acceptance, enrollment and graduation. Upward Bound's evidence-based model consist of instrumental academic support services, including weekly academic classes, tutoring and mentoring, ACT test preparation, individual counseling, social and emotional learning, financial aid workshops for students and their parents, college prep seminar, and scholarship workshops, college tours, career exploration events, financial literacy, and internships. In addition, a six-week summer component reinforces the work. Students commit the program the four years in high school and receive support during their post-secondary years. The Upward Bound program is a part of the College and Career Success Team at the Cowen Institute at Tulane University. The mission of the Cowen Institute is to advance public education and youth success in New Orleans and beyond. Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in an education related field and 2 years of teaching experience in the core academic area of English.  Preferred QualificationsCertified English Teacher. Experience working with at-risk youth.  Understanding of the barriers facing first generation college students. In addition to the temporary 6-week Upward Bound Summer Program assignment, available to teach during the academic year for the regular Upward Bound Saturday Academy Program (8 AM - 1 PM).  

Alternate Perspectives, Inc.TITLE Evening Studies Coordinator ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION API's mission is to help create a world where people respect themselves, respect others, respect their communities and strive for excellence. We provide new ways of thinking, to create new ways of doing for our employees, clients and communities and we are guided in our work by our values of Accountability, Performance, and Integrity. DESCRIPTION Alternate Perspectives, Incorporated (API) has an immediate opening for an Evening and Weekend Studies Coordinator at our Job Corps Operated location. If you want to be a part of a dynamic team that helps train young people aged 16-24, this job is for you! You will be a part of the nation’s most successful youth training and education program, Job Corps, for the past 60 years.This position helps our young people understand the benefits of diversity and inclusion while enhancing their social and emotional learning. You will have the honor to support and assist students to achieve their maximum potential. You will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring the center’s extended learning activities, tutoring, and student recreation programs, and for providing instruction to students in accordance with approved curricula, leading to student skill and credential attainment in compliance with Department of Labor (DOL) and management directives.Some Essential Functions:Coordinate and monitor after-hours instruction and activities, tutoring, recreation, and other extended learning experiences in support of student progress and performance.Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, career technical training, personal concerns, or study habits.Coordinate with other staff and departments as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training and extended learning experiences.Develop and prepare lessons and activities in designated instructional areas, and in coordination with CTT and academic instructors; recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials; maintain progress, attendance, and other reports as required.Evaluate and develop curricula, instructional materials, methods and techniques, and learning activities and experiences for students consistent with corporate and management directives. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience Requirements:Associate of Arts degree in recreation, education, human services, or related field and one year of related experience. Experience in developing, planning, organizing, and implementing, activities for youth is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer proficiency are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs. Directly related experience may be used in lieu of education requirements. Must be willing to work evenings and able to work a hybrid schedule (part on-site and part remote). Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Full-Time SHIFT Days CITY New Orleans STATE Louisiana KEY WORDS WordsTutor, Community Outreach, Organizes project-based activities, Workshop facilitator, Teacher, Coordinator STARTING PAY $20.51 BENEFITS Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance benefits. A 401k with a Safe Harbor Match, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Holiday Time POSITION Evening Studies Coordinator REQ NUMBER ADM-24-00002 EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status PI239661802