Vassar College Education Department

Welcome to the VC Education Department Blog! Here, you will find information about internships, jobs, and other opportunities related to our department. Feel free to share our posts!

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Full Time Teaching Position (Brooklyn)

If any current Vassar seniors or alums are looking for full-time teaching employment for K-12 in a (wonderful!) Brooklyn charter school for the 2015-2015 school year, please email [email protected] for more information! Some immediate openings for the current school year may also be available.

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2015 ETS English Language Learning Summer Institute: Paid Internship!

The English Language Learning (ELL) group in the Assessment Development Division of Educational Testing Service (ETS) expects to hire approximately 30 interns for the summer of 2015.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

ELL summer interns will produce materials for use on large-scale, high-stakes standardized tests of English language proficiency. Each intern will work on one of the following:

TOEFL iBT® Test

The TOEFL iBT test is taken by nonnative speakers of English who are planning to apply to a college or university in an English-speaking country.

TOEIC® Tests

The TOEIC tests are taken principally by people who need to communicate with both native and nonnative speakers of English in the context of the global workplace.

TOEFL® Primary™ Tests

The TOEFL Primary tests are taken by nonnative English language learners ages 8+ who are studying English as part of their school curriculum. They measure the English communication skills that provide a foundation for students’ future success.

The test development work is intellectually challenging and rewarding. The work may include:

writing items that test knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension

creating conversations and talks that test listening comprehension

developing scenarios and prompts that allow candidates to demonstrate their writing, speaking or teaching skills

analyzing curriculum and matching the curriculum with prescribed test specifications

PROGRAM DETAILS:

The six-week program begins on Monday, July 6, and ends on Friday, August 14. Interns are expected to work 8:30–5:00, Monday through Friday, for the whole program, and will receive attractive compensation. All work is conducted at the ETS Rosedale campus in Princeton, New Jersey. Interns must provide or arrange their own housing and transportation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The TOEFL iBT test, the TOEIC tests, and the TOEFL Young Students assessments are global measures, so ETS actively seeks candidates who can bring diverse experiences and perspectives to the work. The ELL summer internship workforce includes undergraduate students, graduate students, teachers, and professors.

Interns must have a very high degree of fluency in English but do not need to be native speakers, nor do they need to be U.S. citizens. Non-U.S. citizens must have appropriate work visas.

All interns must have excellent writing skills. The work requires verbal precision and sensitivity to nuance, analytic skill, attention to detail, and receptiveness to instruction. Interns must be able to work well individually and collaboratively, carefully consider constructive feedback, and manage their time effectively to meet targets.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Each of the test sections hiring for the summer is associated with a specific work sample. You will need to complete and submit a separate work sample for each test section for which you would like to be considered. Directions for completing and submitting your work sample(s), along with a cover letter and résumé, are available on the ELL Summer Institute Web site at www.ets.org/ell/internship.

Applications are due Sunday, March 29, 2015. Applicants are selected mainly on the basis of their performance on the work samples. Work samples will be evaluated in April, and you will be notified of your status by April 29. For questions, please contact Recruiting Consultant Monica Hopkins at [email protected].

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Institute of Reading Development Seeks Reading Teachers!

The Institute of Reading Development is seeking candidates for summer 2015 teaching positions. We seekapplicants with an undergraduate degree or higher from any discipline. We provide a paid training programand comprehensive on-going support.

We hire people who:

·      Have strong reading skills and read for pleasure

·      Are responsible, hard working, and have good communication and organizational skills

·      Will be patient and supportive with students

Benefits Include: 

·      Earn more than $6,000 during the summer. Teachers typically earn between $500 and$700 per week while teaching.

·      Gain over 500 hours of teacher-training and teaching experience with a variety of age groups.

·      Help students of all ages develop their reading skills and ability to become imaginativelyabsorbed in books.

The Institute teaches developmental reading programs in partnership with the continuing education departments of more than 100 colleges and universities across the United States. Our classes for students of all ages improve their reading skills and teach them to experience absorption in literature.

We invite you to submit an online application and learn more about teaching for the Institute at:http://instituteofreadingdevelopmentteachingjobs.com/

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NY K!DS CLUB!

NY Kids Club is the largest privately owned early enrichment center in New York City and is looking for Vassar students and alumnae/i for a variety of exciting internship and job opportunities. 

All interns and entry-level teachers will be fully supported in their initial and ongoing training and provided with opportunities to learn and thrive within this rapidly growing organization.  Our original play-based and interdisciplinary curriculum provides our interns and teachers utmost creativity and ownership while fully supporting and fostering their growth in our professional, team-oriented environment.  Please find a description of our available positions here:

Summer Camp Internships (Unpaid)

Open to current college students.  This is an unpaid position, but we collaborate with you to ensure students are eligible for school credit.  Our Summer Day Camp runs from June 2 through August 31.  Internships dates are flexible and last 4, 8, or 12 weeks.  Hours are 8:30am to 12:30pm, Monday through Friday.  Depending on each student’s availability, internship schedule may also include special event commitments on Friday evenings and weekends.

  Summer Camp Internships (Paid)

Open to current college students pursuing Early Childhood Education, Theatre Education, Music Education, Art Education, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physical Education, or a related field.  Our Summer Day Camp runs from June 2 through August 31.  Internships dates are flexible and last 4, 8, or 12 weeks.  Hours are 8:30am to 12:30pm, Monday through Friday.  Depending on each student’s availability, internship schedules may also include special event commitments on Friday evenings and weekends.

  Tier I Teachers (Full-Time Entry-Level Teaching Positions)

Open to graduating college seniors and alumni majoring in Early Childhood Education, Theatre Education, Music Education, Art Education, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physical Education, or a related field.  Teaching hours occur between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm during the week, as well as Saturdays from 8:30 am-12:30 pm.  Tier I teaching positions begin at $16 per hour with career growth and salaried teaching positions available in the future.  Mini-medical available after the 3rd month as well as paid time off, gym, Plum Benefits, and Transit Check Benefits.  Part time positions are also available from 8:00 am-2:00pm from September through May for students pursuing advanced degrees.

 If you are interested in a teaching position, check out: http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=a4189983eb63d778aaf4f2436&id=8dceba93c6 

If you are interested in an operations position, visit: http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=a4189983eb63d778aaf4f2436&id=e073f30a13

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K3 Learning: Explore+Discover!

Are you graduating and looking for a position to work with young children? K3 Learning is opening up the first of 27 infant toddler centers in NYC called Explore+Discover, directed by Chief Academic Officer and Vassar '89 alum Renee Bock! Classrooms will be staffed with three teachers, a Master's trained Head Teacher, an Associate who (typically) has experience or is in a Master’s Program, and then an Assistant with less experience but a lot of interest in the field. It is a Reggio Emilia oriented program with a heavy emphasis on the arts, and they give their teachers the opportunity to learn to play the guitar for use in the classroom! 

For more information on how to apply, check out: https://www.facebook.com/exploreanddiscovernyc?ref=hl or e-mail Ms. Bock at [email protected]

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Achievement First Seeks Interns! - Vassar Alum Affiliated Position

Achievement First is looking for summer interns!  Positions are available at Achievement First Apollo Middle School in Brooklyn, NY.  Apollo Middle will open its doors for the first time in August and welcome 96 5th graders.  Our goal is to provide interns a great opportunity to learn about the operations of charter schools and make an immediate impact by ensuring our school is ready for scholars in August. Example projects include designing a family newsletter, managing student enrollment processes, organizing inventory, coordinating student onboarding, creating a library and database of books. A transportation stipend will be provided and the internships are flexible in terms of hours. If you are interested, please email Apollo Middle Director of Operations, Miriam René ’01 at [email protected] with your resume and a brief statement on why you are interested in K-12 education. Please use the subject "Achievement First Internship" in your e-mail. We will respond to your application within two weeks.

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Lab School of Washington

The Lab School of Washington in Washington, D.C. is looking for an intern for this summer. This is a school for elementary through high school age children with learning disabilities and other special needs. The school is unique in their philosophy especially for subjects like science and social studies that are combined into a "Club" period with a central theme. One such example is a dinosaur themed club period where students conduct investigations and learn about the history of the dinosaurs through art projects and other highly interactive activities. The camp is a lot like a summer school program in the mornings and after school activities in the afternoon (e.g. swimming, games, art, drama, etc.). Group leaders are in charge of a classroom (along with co-teachers) and assist in more individualized activities. For more information, check out: 

http://www.labschool.org/summergroupleaders 

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NYSED Internship

Teacher and Leader Effectiveness, Policy and Programs Office at the New York State Department of Education is looking for an intern who can help support the office's main goal of the Regents Reform Agenda: to support the recruitment, development and retention of the most effective teachers and school leaders. 

As an intern, you will: 

The intern will engage in practical, hands-on learning opportunities by:  

Assist in the development of a comprehensive database for approved Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) plans, which will include verifying data, labeling plan information, and conducting quality checks on the database.

This will involve viewing data contained in the database, and referencing plans online to correctly label various pieces of information.

It will also involve quality checking qualitative labels already been done and identifying errors and gaps in information.

Work with staff from the Teacher and Leader Effectiveness Unit (TLE) and Information Technology Services (ITS) team to maintain the APPR database.

This will involve implementing pre-written codes and processes to add new information to the database and reporting any potential issues in these processes.

Work with TLE staff to understand and identify key information contained in APPR plans to develop comprehensive reports and analysis for output.

This will involve the development of a basic familiarity with the format and contents of an APPR plan in order to comprehensively label information and identify possibilities for further reporting and analysis

Work with TLE staff to create draft reports and letters in order to communicate information regarding the contents of APPR plans to Districts/BOCES.

This will involve application of knowledge of the contents of APPR plans and strong attention to detail. Must have skills and familiarity with Excel and Word. Must be able to format spreadsheets. Familiarity with Access is a strong preference.

     4.  Intern Development Plan

The intern will receive an orientation to the State Education Department, the Office of Higher Education and the various areas of work of the Office of Teacher and Leader Effectiveness, Policy and Programs.  He/she will be provided many opportunities to learn how the work of the Department is shaped by, and in turn, shapes public policy.  The Intern will interact with a wide variety of educational leaders who represent the statewide sectors of public and private education.

     5.  Duration: May 1, 2014 - August 31, 2014

     6.   Application Instructions

Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, transcript (student copy is acceptable), and completed internship application (depending on degree level) to [email protected]   Please include Box number (OHE-4) in the subject line of your email to reference this assignment.

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Match Education is looking for top seniors from elite colleges across the country to apply for one of our fellowship programs working with students in either Boston or Chicago.

100% of recent college graduates who go through our teacher residency program go on to teach in high-performing urban charter schools after their year with us. Residents spend their year tutoring, studying, and receiving constant feedback about their practice teaching.

Learn more and apply by visiting our website: MTR Website

Read this EdWeek article highlighting the effectiveness of MTR: MTR Article

See where our residents teach: MTR Placement Directory

Our one-year urban education fellowship opportunities in Boston and Chicago are designed for top recent college graduates who are looking to get into education (but not teach), transition into a career at a non-profit organization, work in education policy or take a gap year before going on to medical, law, or other grad school programs. Fellows work closely with a small group of students for an entire year.

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Teaching Assistant, Unity Prep Charter School of Brooklyn Summer Academy

Unity Preparatory Charter School of Brooklyn (Unity), a grade six through twelve, tuition-free, public charter school in Brooklyn, New York, is now in its first year and serves 135 sixth graders and their families. Our mission is to empower students as scholars and citizens so they may lead fulfilling academic, personal, and professional lives. We accomplish this through a rigorous academic program, including a college preparatory curriculum in the liberal arts and sciences, exceptional teaching promoted through systems that develop and recognize expert teachers, extended learning time, and differentiated academic support. In addition, we offer to students an engaging co-curricular program that encompasses enrichment courses and elective clubs, a supportive school culture that fosters students’ socio-emotional development, and ample opportunities for active community involvement.

Job Description A central aspect of Unity’s Summer Academy is the individualized instruction and tutelage students receive as they master key concepts and skills introduced to them in 6th grade. Our Teaching Assistants (TAs) work under our lead teachers in providing such services. Over the course of the 16 mornings that select students participate in Summer Academy, TA’s will work closely with 2-3 students over the duration of the 16 days so that students develop the necessary skills and knowledge to advance to 7th grade fully prepared to succeed in. As TAs support our students, they will gain first-hand experience in working within an innovative summer program of new public school in Brooklyn, New York. They will work under talented, seasoned educators and have the opportunity to observe and learn from these educators daily. Finally, TAs will develop strong and positive relationships with the students they support and play a key role in addressing any shortfalls in students’ understanding of key concepts and skills so that students may confidently proceed to 7th grade. In playing this role, TAs will take pride in knowing that they have contributed meaningfully to the education of their students.

Key Qualifications ● Experience in promoting student learning academically or non-academically; at least a summer or year of experience in working with middle school children is strongly preferred ● Demonstrably strong organizational skills and detail-oriented regarding punctuality and executing lesson ● Expertise in working with diverse populations of students and families, and in supporting instruction to fully support the needs of diverse learners ● An acumen for actively engaging students in her/his own learning, academically and non-academically ● A demonstrated openness and responsiveness to constructive feedback and a strong commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth ● Strong written and oral communication skills and experience working collaboratively in team settings ● Approaches the profession with maturity, humility, versatility (i.e., embraces the ambiguity and excitement associated with start-ups), a solutions-mindedness with a strong work ethic, and, of course, a sense of humor

Hours and Stipend: Monday through Thursday, 8am-1pm, from June 30th to July 25th. Teaching Assistants receive a stipend of $700 for their services.

If you seek to contribute meaningfully to the development and successful operation of an innovative public school with a strong team of talented educators, please visit http://www.unityprep.org/careers/ to submit a cover letter and resume and begin the application process. 

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The Bard MAT program offers a master of arts in teaching degree in these subjects: literature, history, math, biology, and computer science.

It's currently spring recruitment seasons at the Bard Master of Arts in Teaching Program. The Bard MAT is seeking students who are passionate about literary studies because great teachers have a solid foundation in the subject matter they teach. The curriculum of the program gives equal weight to advanced literary study and the development of pedagogical knowledge. At the same time, Bard students spend the entire year working in classrooms. If you are considering a career in public or private school education, Bard MAT may be the program for you. The deadline to apply for the coming summer is April 30. For more information, check out www.bard.edu/mat or contact Derek Furr, Associate Professor of Literature & MAT Program Chair at 845 758 7136 or [email protected]

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Volunteer at the Kingston High School Scholars' Academy!

The Scholars’ Academy at Kingston High School is looking for volunteers this summer.  We run a ‘Summer 9’ program that targets incoming 9th graders struggling with math and writing skills. We are strongly encouraging Math and English students to participate in this program also.

This program runs at Kingston High School from July 7th through July 31st, Monday – Thursday, 8:30 – 11 AM.  Anyone interested in this unpaid volunteer position can respond to [email protected] or [phone]. Please feel free to contact or call with any questions.  Thank you!

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Changes in SAT Announced by College Board

“It is time for the College Board to say in a clearer voice that the culture and practice of costly test preparation that has arisen around admissions exams drives the perception of inequality and injustice in our country,” he said in a speech Wednesday in which he announced the changes.

Check out this article on reforms to high stakes testing. Tell us your thoughts! What do you think are the consequences/stakes of the revised SAT? Would you call this change substantive or formal?

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APPLY NOW! CTE Summer Scholars Program Manager Position

Position Summary

The Office of Postsecondary Readiness, Office of Career and Technical Education (CTE) is seeking an experienced, highly skilled Program Manager to lead CTE Summer Scholars. CTE Summer Scholars is a six-week summer internship program designed to address the related challenges of summer learning loss and inequitable access to work opportunities. The program engage 120 rising juniors and seniors enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) high schools in rigorous classroom study, as well as meaningful work activities within the in-demand industries for which they are studying. Program curricula and workplace experiences focus on Information Technology and Media and Advertising, two industries whose high labor market needs create career opportunities. The Project Manager (PM) will anticipate and complete all tasks on the project plan to ensure the program is delivered in a timely and quality manner. The PM serves as the primary point of contact for participating schools, guiding them on issues such as student selection, staffing and logistics; supervises and works with an Industry Coordinator to recruit host companies and manage relationships to ensure quality workplace experiences for all students; and reports back to OPSR and other stakeholders regarding program quality, evaluation upon its conclusion, and possible expansion in 2014 and beyond. Travel to schools and industry partner sites across the city boroughs is required. Program planning will commence in March 2013. The program will be implemented in July and August 2014.

Responsibilities

A. Work with school personnel, OPSR staff and other stakeholders to implement program model

Refine curriculum, provide professional development and otherwise support classroom instructors and school-level administrators

Travel to and engage with schools in multiple city boroughs to ensure that students are “work-ready” and otherwise prepared to succeed within the program

Communicate criteria for student participants and work with schools to ensure that participants meet a baseline standard of knowledge and work-readiness

B. Engage with external organizations in advance of launch to secure commitments to host program participants as interns, and monitor/troubleshoot work placements once program is underway

Help secure internship host organizations for 2014 program, including outreach and visits with host organizations and other parties contacted from 2013 program year as well as new partners engaged to help facilitate the program’s expansion into the media/advertising sector

Make best-fit matches of student participants to host sites based on student skills/interests and host site capacity/needs 

Ensure that host sites are well prepared to host interns and are supported through the program 

During program cycle, supervise site coordinators to visit work sites and otherwise monitor and support 

C. Monitor program quality to implement improvements during program duration and for subsequent cycles

PM will communicate with instructors, participants, and work supervisors over the course of the project to make feasible adjustments as circumstances dictate

Collaborate with evaluators and DOE staff to collect information and reflect on possible changes to the model for scaled-up implementation in 2013

Qualification Requirements:

Professional experience administering a large scale program on tight deadlines (100 participants, multiple events over the course of several months).

Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with adolescents, education and non-education personnel internal and external to the DOE, including private sector and non-profit employers

Excellent organizational, communication and project management skills, including ability to balance multiple priorities, follow through on details, and deliver consistently on tight timelines

Experience in secondary education, workforce development, economic development, and/or educational administration is preferred.

BA/BS degree required; Graduate degree or current enrollment toward Masters in Business, Education, Public Policy, or Public Administration preferred 

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Letter can be addressed to:

Scott Mendelsohn, Director Work-Based Learning Resource Center 28-11 Queens Plaza North, 4th Floor Long Island City, NY 11101 

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Practice Makes Perfect Summer Internship

Looking for a rewarding summer job working with kids? Lauren Bell, a recent Vassar grad, sent us this announcement about openings at the organization in NYC where she works:  Are you an undergrad looking for a paid summer internship that allows you to transform communities? Do you believe that education can uplift the lives of disadvantaged youth? Then join Practice Makes Perfect in providing hundreds of students with equal access to summer education in our six-week academic enrichment program. Together, we will leave positive lifelong impressions and rebuild lost confidence in the lives of young learners. Our paid internships not only prepare you for a career in education but provide you with the competitive edge that appeals to graduate schools. 

Apply to teach in NYC or Washington, D.C. this summer at http://practicemakesperfect.org/positions. Applications close Friday, March 14th 2014. Learn more by visiting our website or contact [email protected]

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Catskill Animal Sanctuary Internship

If you love animals and want to make the world a more compassionate place for all living beings, consider applying for an internship at CAS!

We’re looking for passionate, dedicated and talented people to intern in the areas of animal care, business operations, outreach, communications, hospitality, and our summer camp program. Internships at CAS offer the unique opportunity of working at one of the country’s leading farm animal sanctuaries, and provide valuable experience for those pursuing careers in the animal protection arena.

Internships are unpaid positions and students may receive credit with their academic institutions. Candidates should be opposed to animal cruelty in all forms and support the overall mission of CAS. Vegans and vegetarians are strongly encouraged to apply. Shared housing is available for those who are accepted for a full time internship.

To apply for any CAS internship, please send a resume, cover letter and two references to Michelle Alvarez, Outreach Manager,  [email protected]

Animal Care Intern The Animal Care intern will have a hands-on learning experience working with our Animal Care Coordinator. This learning experience will include routine health checks, hoof/nail care, wound care, worming protocols, and other animal care opportunities depending on the needs of our residents.

Applicant must:

Be a current student in a vet tech, pre-vet, equine care, or related program

Be comfortable working closely with large animals

Be available 12-18 hours per week on a Sunday-Thursday schedule

Business Office Intern The Business Office intern will learn standard non-profit administration practices, database segmentation, and gain some knowledge of non-profit accounting principles and donor cultivation.

Applicant must:

Be a current student in business, non-profit administration, or a related field

Have a strong interest in the nonprofit sector

Be proficient in Word and Excel

Have some database experience – the more the better!

Be available for 4-12 hours per week for one semester on a M/Th/F schedule

Camp Intern Camp Kindness, a program of CAS, seeks to engage young people in an innovative, vibrant program designed to foster compassion and respect for all living beings and the environment. This dynamic program spans six weeks of summer running from early July through mid-August and takes place on Sanctuary grounds in Saugerties, New York. The intern will work directly with the Humane Educator and other staff to support all aspects of the camp curriculum and daily schedule so as to ensure a smooth flowing program that is exciting, life-changing, joyous and varied.  Responsibilities will include:

Administrative tasks such as maintaining camper files, making photocopies, purchasing supplies and other tasks as needed

Assist with the delivery of the curriculum and all daily activities

Oversee the well being of campers and communicate with other staff about camp related matters as needed

Preparing, organizing, and setting up camp room for opening and closing of camp as well as daily activities during camp sessions

Applicant must:

Be a college student, graduate student or professional with some experience working with youth

Enjoy working outside and be comfortable around our rescued residents

Have access to a vehicle for transportation to and from CAS

Be able to work collaboratively and positively with other staff

Be available for 30 hours per week for two months from June – August

Communications Department Intern CAS is seeking an intern to help with communications and fundraising projects.

Projects may include:

Assisting with design of newsletters, press releases, fundraising letters and advertisements

Design and updating of webpages

On-site photography and video shooting as well as photo and video editing

Applicant must:

Have or be working toward a degree in Communications or similar field

Have some knowledge of graphic design and/or video editing software

Be available at least 10 hours a week for a minimum of 12 weeks; start date negotiable

Hospitality Intern CAS is looking for an intern to aid in the guest management and daily operations of The Homestead, a lovingly restored 200 year old farmhouse on a hill overlooking 80 acres of farmland. This is a unique position for a candidate with a strong interest in the hospitality field. Hours will vary from 10 to 12 per week, and there will be some weekend hours required.

Projects may include:

Guest services such as: confirming reservations and greeting guests upon arrival

Upkeep of outside areas (porches, walkways, etc.) and light gardening

Online marketing such as guest emails and surveys, posting events to online calendars, travel websites and blogs

NYC Outreach Intern CAS is seeking a New York City-based intern to help with outreach projects.

Projects may include:

Development of marketing materials used in CAS outreach efforts

Outreach efforts (tabling, special events, conferences, etc.)

Assisting with creating/editing video and photography projects

Applicant must:

Have substantive knowledge about factory farming/agribusiness and its impact on animals, people, and the planet

Have superb research, writing, and communication skills

Be available at least 10 hours a week for a minimum of 12 weeks; start date negotiable

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Summer in Cloud Forest

Summer Internship

The Summer Internship at CFS is a fantastic resume booster and a fun, fast-paced learning experience for anyone interested in working with children in an outdoor/indoor setting. Summer Interns work closely with CFS staff members to plan and lead activities in culture (art/cooking/music) physical education (sports/dance/games) and environmental education (gardening/planting/hiking). Interns work with both local and international students in a lively, summer camp atmosphere and have the opportunity to grow and learn as educators as well as take daily Spanish lessons with our experienced teachers. We place all interns in homestays with local Costa Rican host families--a fantastic opportunity to learn even more Spanish and experience a new culture first-hand.   

Apply today! http://cloudforestschool.org/?page_id=1174