Bard Prison InitiativeAcademic and Experiential Learning CoachApply Here:https://apply.interfolio.com/171845
About the Position
The Academic and Experiential Learning Coach will joinBPI (https://bpi.bard.edu/) 's New York City team during an exciting time to support youth in a juvenile detention center in Brooklyn, NY to connect their education to their career goals. The position is a one-year, full-time position that will start on July 1, 2025 and end on June 30th, 2026. There is a possibility for a 2-year extension depending on grant renewal.
The Academic and Experiential Learning Coach will actively participate in the implementation of a rigorous and robust education and career development training for students aged 14 to 21 years old. The student-centered, results-driven individual in this role will provide tutoring, mentoring, and career exploration support to the students. In collaboration with the student and using a strength-based and holistic approach, the Coach will strategize on ways to overcome barriers to students' academic persistence and career success.
Using original curriculum and a student-centered approach to teaching and learning, the Academic and Experiential Learning Coach will play an integral part in supporting the students' journeys to college and/or career and beyond. The Academic and Experiential Learning Coach will promote a depth of understanding and skill acquisition by serving as a coach and facilitator of learning to the students. The Academic and Experiential Learning Coach should be personable, approachable, friendly, reliable, and communicative.
About the Bard Prison Initiative
Formed in 1999 to address the mass incarceration crisis, the Bard Prison Initiative (BPI) defies expectations of who college is for and where it might lead. For twenty years, BPI has reimagined and redefined questions of availability, affordability, and expectations typically associated with college in America. One of the most rigorous and effective college-in-prison programs in the country, BPI is now extending its radical intervention in educational inequity outside of prison through the Bard Microcolleges and BardBac.
The Sites
Crossroads Juvenile Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York
BPI New York City Office - midtown Manhattan office
Please note that with the exception to Thursdays, the Coach position will be fully in person at the juvenile center Monday through Friday. On Thursdays, the Coach will be in BPI's midtown Manhattan office for staff meetings and professional development.
General Responsibilities
Work closely with the Associate Director of Youth Projects and Innovation to inspire and motivate students to grow and develop academically and professionally to transition from school to career
Support outreach efforts to students
Support the creation of educational and career support materials for students
Help students identify academic and career goals and milestones
Prepare a transition plan to provide to occupational training partners
Keep detailed records of tutoring and career sessions in the required formats after each session with a student
Academic Responsibilities (40%)
Develop content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work to help students persist academically to achieve their career goals
Create and tailor lesson plans to meet the needs and strengths of each student
Plan and lead tutoring sessions to help students progress in all core subjects
Attend tutor workshops to build competencies
Career Coaching Responsibilities (60%)
Engage and support students who are not college-bound in exploring career paths aligned with their interests and skills
Help young people to celebrate successes, navigate any challenges that may arise, and prepare for the next steps
Conduct comprehensive career assessments
Engage youth in developing career readiness plans
Plan and facilitate professional and soft skills workshops
Conduct high-quality, 1:1 coaching sessions
In collaboration with the Associate Director of Career and Workforce Development, plan career exploration and development activities such as information and networking sessions
Required Qualifications
Capacity to recognize and appreciate the lived experience of students while supporting them in reaching their highest potential
Have an aptitude for teaching and engaging youth
Values and promotes diversity and inclusion
Minimum of an associate's degree
Experience with career services and/or workforce development
Classroom teaching and/or tutoring experience
Comfortable with and skilled at working with and navigating technological learning systems
Understanding and practice of student-centered pedagogy
Expertise and depth of knowledge in English Language Arts, writing, or reading skills; science; history; math
Ability to adhere to BPI and NYC Administration for Children's Services policies and procedures at all times
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Flexible and adaptable
Preferred
Belief that every student can learn and pursue a career of their choice
Knowledgeable with research-based, culturally responsive, equity-driven, and anti-oppressive instructional practices
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Interfolio athttps://apply.interfolio.com/171845.
The Hiring Process
Phase 1: Application review
Phase 2: Interview & 20-minute demo coaching session
Phase 3: Meet with the BPI Executive Director and Director of NYC Programs
Compensation: $33.11-$34.43/hour
This salary range reflects the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for the position at the time of the job posting. Salary decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to market and organizational considerations, experience, and qualifications of a selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Benefits Overview
We are pleased to offer our full-time employees an excellent benefit package which includes; multiple health insurance options; TIAA retirement plans (https://www.bard.edu/humanresources/retirement/) ; generous vacation, sick, and personal time; and more. To learn more about employee benefits and eligibility at Bard College, please visit https://www.bard.edu/humanresources/benefits/.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.
Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.
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