Electives Teacher – Middle/High School

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking an Electives Teacher for its Newcomer Youth Summer Academy (NYSA). This six‑week program supports newly arrived refugee youth (ages 5‑21) in New York City public schools. The teacher will design and deliver elective classes for Upper School students (grades 6‑12), such as film‑watching and critique or other culturally‑responsive topics.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in mandatory school programming, staff training, and collaborative planning sessions.
• Design a six‑week curriculum that is culturally and developmentally appropriate for multilingual learners.
• Prepare and submit daily lesson plans, slide decks, and instructional materials in advance.
• Conduct formative and post‑assessments to guide instruction.
• Guide peer mentors, manage classroom climate, and support student well‑being.
• Engage in instructional coaching cycles and program evaluation.
• Maintain student observation records, progress data, and complete required reports and report cards.
• Substitute for colleagues as needed and provide early/after‑care supervision when required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Classroom teaching experience in New York City public schools or a comparable school system.
• Experience creating curriculum, especially for multilingual or refugee learners.
• Interest or experience in film education is a plus.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on refugee youth.
• Professional development through coaching and collaborative planning.
• Experience working with a leading international humanitarian organization.