Writing and Literature Instructor (Summer Session)
The Oliver Scholars Program, Inc.
New York, New York
See other jobs from this company| Date Posted | March 24, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Industry | K-12: Independent/Private, K-12: Public Schools, Other Teaching Jobs, K-12: Charter Schools |
| Certification Needed | Not Applicable |
| Required Education | Bachelor's Degree |
| Job Status | Temporary / Contract |
| Salary | $8,034 - $10,506 |
| Website | https://oliverscholars.org/ |
Description:
Organization Mission: Oliver Scholars
prepares high-achieving students from underserved New York City communities for
success at top independent schools and prestigious colleges.
Job Title: Writing & Literature Instructor (Summer Session)
Report To: Director of Academic Affairs
Department: Academic Affairs
Position Type: Full-time — Summer Season
FLSA: Exempt
Summary: Oliver Scholars seeks a
Writing instructor to plan and implement a curriculum for eighth-grade
students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to
succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain
improved competency, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The
instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs
departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and track student
progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is
an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and
youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.
Responsibilities
● Teach in person
from July to August 2026 and be available for office hours, study hall, faculty
meetings, and parent-teacher meetings. The role entails 5 weeks at a day school
in NYC and 1 week at a boarding school in MA, for which Oliver Scholars will provide
transportation and room & board.
● Perform
co-curricular duties, including planning and supervising field trips, teaching
non-credit electives, facilitating recreational activities, and supervising
dormitories.
● Use the Oliver
Scholars course description and pedagogy to design a Writing curriculum—
including syllabus, lesson plans, readings, assignments, and assessments.
● The course
develops concrete technical writing skills for writing with clarity, style, and
energy. The course will explore literary essays, memoirs, fiction, and poetry
to cultivate creativity in critical and analytical thought. In addition, the
course will open up possibilities for students to use the ingredients of their
own experiences to craft coherent, comprehensive, and compelling personal
narratives in response to the ISEE and SSAT's writing prompts and powerful and
evocative independent school admissions essays.
● The instructor
will teach and require using MLA writing format and citations. The instructor
will also incorporate AI (e.g., ChatGPT) as a learning tool for students to
appreciate that education is a process-oriented undertaking that entails
struggle and the use of analytical resources, not a product-oriented
undertaking focused on neatly delivering an answer.
● Write detailed
Interim and Final Evaluation Reports.
●
Team with tutors,
counselors, and Oliver Scholars leadership to instruct and support students
●
Attend
a paid instructor orientation.
●
Attend weekly
faculty meetings.
●
Participate in
parent-teacher conferences.
●
Other duties as
assigned.
Qualifications
●
A BA/BS degree
from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred
●
Two or more years
of teaching experience at the middle school or high school level
●
Two or more years
of experience designing curriculum
●
Knowledge of
independent schools preferred
●
Outstanding
speaking, writing, and editing skills
●
Deep knowledge of
the principles of teaching students
●
A mission-driven
individual with a belief in and commitment to Oliver’s mission and values
●
A flexible,
creative individual able to find alternative ways to connect with students
●
Emotionally
mature with a good sense of humor and the flexibility and sensitivity to work
with diverse personalities and situations
●
A hard worker
with a high energy level; a “doer” with a willingness to work hands-on in
developing and executing a variety of activities
●
A good listener
who is comfortable receiving feedback
Desires Competencies
● Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of
others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
● Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; willing to learn new
techniques and procedures; Manages competing demands; changes approach or
method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or
unexpected events.
● Innovation &
Initiative - Displays original thinking and creativity;
Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving
work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information
in a manner that gets others' attention; Looks for and takes advantage of
opportunities.
● Planning/Organizing
& Project Management - Prioritizes
and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional
resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and
their tasks; Develops realistic action plans; Communicates changes and
progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
● Interpersonal
Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains
open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary range: $8,034 to $10,506.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Oliver
Scholars Program, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed
to maintaining a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and
harassment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age,
disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a
covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Oliver
Scholars encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We value a
diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, as we believe this best reflects
the communities and students we serve.
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