Bard Prison Initiative
NYC Youth Tutor
Apply Here: https://apply.interfolio.com/164619About the Bard Prison Initiative
Formed in 1999 to address the mass incarceration crisis, the Bard Prison Initiative (BPI) defies expectations of who the college is for and where it might lead. For twenty years, BPI has re-imagined 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.
About the Position
The Tutor will join BPI’s New York City team during an exciting time to tutor youth in a juvenile detention center in Brooklyn, NY. The position is a full-time and salaried position and will end on June 30th, 2026. There is a possibility for an extension depending on grant renewal.
The Tutor will join a team of student-centered, results-driven individuals implementing rigorous and robust education and career development training for students aged 14 to 21 years old. The ratio of tutors to students is 1:18. Using the original curriculum and a student-centered approach to teaching and learning, the Tutor will play an integral part in supporting the students’ journeys to college and/or career and beyond. The Tutor will promote a depth of understanding and skill acquisition by serving as a coach and facilitator of learning to other tutors and to the students. The Tutor should be personable, approachable, friendly, reliable, and communicative.
While the Tutor may be able to tutor in English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and/or history, a strong background in math is preferred. Math tutors should be able to cover K-12 mathematical concepts and practices. Tutors with a strong proficiency in primary and middle school math and science are encouraged to apply.
The Work Sites
- Crossroads Juvenile Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York
- BPI New York City Office - midtown Manhattan office
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Assistant Director of Youth Project and Innovation and the Lead Tutor to (1) establish and maintain a tailored, dynamic in-class environment to meet students’ goals and (2) refine and grow the work of tutors in support of student learning
- Develop content, syllabus, lesson plans, and assigned work
- Support the creation of educational support materials for students
- Create and tailor lesson plans to meet the needs and strengths of each student
- Plan and lead tutoring and study hall sessions for students
- Keep detailed records of tutoring sessions in required formats after each session with a student
- Attend tutor workshops to build and develop competencies
Required:
- 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 in content related field
- 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; history; advanced high school-level mathematics or science
- Ability to adhere to BPI and NYC Administration for Children 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 to change
Preferred:
- Strong academic background in mathematics or science
- Secondary Education Degree and Certification
- The belief that every student can learn and love math and science
- Strong proficiency in primary and middle school math or science
- Knowledge and experience with Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Knowledgeable with research-based, culturally responsive, equity-driven, and anti-oppressive instructional practices
- Certifications, PD course completions, and/or tertiary education in Instructional Technologies
Application Instructions
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and the names of three professional references through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/164619.
Salary: $60,255
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; 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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