After-School Instructor: Project Based Learning (Spring 2026) presso Breakthrough New York
Breakthrough New York · New York, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
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- Ufficio in New York
Breakthrough New York empowers motivated students from low-income communities to achieve a college degree and reach their fullest potential. Our tuition-free program supports over 500 students and their families from 7th grade through college. We accept middle school students who are furthest from high-quality educational opportunities yet show promise and potential: 99% of students identify as persons of color; 76% qualify for free or reduced lunch; and 66% will be the first in their families to graduate college.
As a ten-year program, Breakthrough New York supports students and their families through key transition points in their academic journeys. We provide academic enrichment through summer and after-school opportunities; coach students to gain admissions into selective high schools and colleges, and expose students to diverse interests and careers so they can shape their own trajectories.
In addition to nurturing individual talent, we cultivate a thriving community of like-minded peers and mentors who encourage each other’s ambitions and passions. Personalized mentorship and holistic support are signature elements of our model, with over 200 near-peer seasonal staff and volunteers who work with students at each stage of our continuum.
The Breakthrough model works: over 98% of Breakthrough students graduate from college preparatory high schools, and 100% are on track to graduate from college. Learn more at Breakthrough NY's website.
ABOUT THE POSITION
As a key member of the After School Middle School Program, you will play a vital role in supporting students’ success by delivering a pre-written curriculum designed to prepare them to confidently participate in Project Based Learning courses once they reach high school.
After-School Instructors will teach at one of our three program locations:
- Bronx Site: Urban Assembly for Applied Math and Science (1595 Bathgate Ave., Bronx, NY 10457)
- Brooklyn Site: The Breakthrough New York Office, (39 Broadway, Suite 820, New York NY 10006)
- Manhattan Site: The Town School (540 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021)
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE
Direct Student Engagement (80%)
- Deliver pre-written PBL curriculum twice weekly to middle school students.
- Supporting with logistical aspects of the program and filling in when needed
- Learn and practice student management techniques and communicate with your Program Manager about student needs.
Program Maintenance and Development (20%)
- Participating in weekly check-ins with your Program Manager for professional development and mid-semester/end-of-semester evaluations
- Evaluating student output and tracking student performance
- Complete training and observation sessions
- Other duties based on the BTNY site which you are assigned
WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO
- Can demonstrate experience and results with similar responsibilities to those listed above
- Is passionate about forming relationships with middle school students
- Is a current undergraduate or graduate student or a recent college graduate
- Can commit to the entire Spring 2026 Term (January 28th - April 29th)
- Is confident with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in particular), Zoom, Google Drive, and comfortable learning new systems
- Demonstrates excellence in BTNY’s Core Values
Fall After School Instructor Calendar:
Important Dates
- January 14th: After School Instructor- In-Person Training 4:00PM-7:00PM
- January 15th: After School Instructor Remote training 4:00PM-7:00PM
- January 28th- April 29th: Program dates: Mondays and Wednesdays 4:00-7:00pm.
Between After-School Teaching Days:
- Check-ins with your Program Manager to review the curriculum and give and receive feedback
- Bi-weekly team meetings
- Reviewing lesson plans and materials to prepare for upcoming lessons
- Grading student work and tracking student progress
COMPENSATION
BTNY strongly believes in selecting the top, qualified candidates. After School Instructors will be compensated at $20/hour.
