NYSA LS Instructional Support Intern

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

SCOPE OF WORK:Location: Hybrid before NYSA start, in-person during NYSAStart Date: June 1, 2025Duration: August 31, 2025Position Reports to: Youth Partnership and Academy CoordinatorDetails: Interns will be expected to work 15-24 hours per week during the following times: Before NYSA starts (June 1 – June 30, 2025) – M-F 9am -5pm; After NYSA starts (July 1- August 15, 2025) – M-TH 8:30am –5:00pm.The NYSA Lower School Instructional Support Intern is expected to support the Lower School team prepare and facilitate the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy, a six-week program focusing on preparing newly arrived immigrant youth to succeed at their grade level in the New York City public school system. Up to 130 students ages 5 – 21 from over 20 countries will participate in academic, creative arts, physical education, and social emotional learning classes. Field Trips are held on Fridays.The NYSA Lower School Instructional Support Intern will have the opportunity to experience the multiple aspects of running a fast-paced in-person education program for newly arrived youth. This will include planning and implementing lessons to small groups of students, supporting teachers with administrative tasks, communicating with the Student Support Team and Operations team. Interns may be asked to step in and assist teachers in the classroom as needed.Interns must be available to be in-person with the team at the school in Manhattan for full days of training on July 1-3, 2024 and 15-24 hours per week on Monday-Thursday during program days July 7- August 15, 2024. Before and after NYSA, interns will have the flexibility to be on a hybrid schedule. RESPONSIBILITIES:Instructional Support:· In consultation with teachers and the dean, plan and lead small-group lessons tailored to student needs, focusing on individualized academic or language support· Adapt or translate classroom activities for multilingual learners as needed· Serve as a substitute Classroom Culture Lead Teacher (CCLT) if needed to assist with classroom structure, student engagement, and behavioral interventions Administrative Support:· Update and maintain class lists and student information as needed· Assist with M&E and assessments· Prepare and organize materials for classroom activities, including making copies, setting up projects, and gathering supplies· Organize and analyze case notes written by lower school staff General Program Support:· Complete all staff training before the program starts and participate in all program meetings and professional development activities· Support student arrival, dismissal, and meal supervision as needed· Other tasks as assigned by the Youth Partnership and Academy Coordinator LEARNING OBJECTIVES:1. Gain hands-on experience working with multilingual learners and newly arrived immigrant youth in a structured classroom setting.2. Develop instructional skills by planning and leading small-group lessons that support diverse learning needs.3. Learn the behind-the-scenes administrative operations of a large-scale education program, including student data management and program logistics. REQUIREMENTS:· Recent or current undergraduate or graduate student in Education or a related field· Experience working with children, especially in an educational setting, preferred· Ability to differentiate instruction and support students with varying needs· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage student records and classroom materials efficiently· Interest in working with multilingual learners and students from diverse backgrounds· Strong interpersonal and communication skills· Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take initiative when needed· Flexible, innovative, and accountable, with a strong desire to learn· Fluency in written and spoken English required; proficiency in a relevant second language (e.g., Arabic, Dari, Farsi, French, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Pashto, Russian, Spanish, Tigrinya, Ukrainian, Wolof) is highly desirable· Must be available for all training days and for the full duration of the program

Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.