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Bank Street College of Education Adjunct Instructor - TESL 660 Summer Long in New York, New York
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Vacancy-Adjunct Instructor for TESOL Research & Methodologies (Grades PreK-6, Math Module
Bank Street Graduate School of Education is looking for an adjunct instructor for summer long 2024. This course module will be taught on campus.
Dates: 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 2024
Mondays, 4:45-6:45 PM
TESL 660: Research & Methodologies (Grades PreK-6), 1 credit
Course Description
This course consists of three one-credit modules, each module is focused on a different topic. This module's topic is the Mathematics for Teachers in Diverse and Inclusive Educational Settings (Grades N - 6)
Module description
This module provides participants with an overview of mathematics learning for children grades N-6. Participants deepen their own mathematical knowledge while furthering their understanding of effective mathematics instruction. In each session, participants do math together and use these experiences to investigate the development of mathematical thinking and to reflect on their own learning. Participants explore the essential elements of a constructivist mathematics classroom in which collaboration is core to building concepts and skills. Designing a classroom where deep mathematical understanding is the primary goal requires explorations of attitudes and beliefs as well as practices and expectations. This course addresses the moral imperative that all students are capable of learning math. It focuses on creating inclusive environments for learners with developmental variations. The course also focuses on creating mathematical experiences that support students for whom English is a new language. Participants discuss classroom management strategies for grouping and individualizing instruction.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in education, linguistics, or related field required. Doctorate preferred.
5 or more years of experience in the field working directly with children from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds in educational contexts.
5 or more years of experience teaching math to children in grades preK-6.
Experience teaching at the graduate level, preferred.
Adherence to College COVID-19 policies required.
Compensation:
$2060
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Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children.
At Bank Street's Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theory, and sustained clinical placement to promote significant development as a teacher prior to graduation. Our children's programs-Bank Street School for Children, Family Center, Bank Street Head Start, and Liberty LEADS-foster children's development in the broadest sense by providing diverse opportunities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. The Bank Street Education Center disrupts inequity through system-level change to help design better educational experiences for both children and adults. The College further supports and influences positive outcomes for children every day through professional development programs, research projects, and other key efforts engaging educators, intermediary organizations, and government officials at the district, state, and federal levels.
Minimum Salary: 15 Maximum Salary: 16 Salary Unit: Hourly