Adjunct Teaching Assistant, Critical Thinking and Writing and IELTS Test Preparation

Nyu-Abu Dhabi - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Francisco, CA

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About the position

The Adjunct Teaching Assistant for Critical Thinking and Writing and IELTS Test Preparation at NYU Abu Dhabi will support the delivery of courses for high school students participating in the Summer Academy program. This role involves assisting instructors, providing feedback to students, and participating in programmatic activities throughout the summer session. The position is designed to enhance students' academic skills and prepare them for university-level education.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the courses CTW and IELTS Test for two sections of students.
• Meet students individually or in small groups to assist with reviewing classroom instruction, reading, writing, and homework assignments.
• Attend pre-program meetings and/or training sessions.
• Assist the instructor(s) in class with group work and judging presentations.
• Provide ongoing and regular feedback to students during the course.
• Participate in faculty meetings and provide feedback on student progress.
• Report instances of student misconduct or academic performance concerns to administration.
• Contribute to the collegial atmosphere of the Summer Academy.
• Assist with co-curricular events and activities throughout the summer session.
• Oversee and support students during assigned day trips and extracurricular activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English or a related subject.
• Availability to teach in Abu Dhabi during the specified dates.
• Ability to provide some online instruction if necessary.
• Demonstrated experience in tutoring English or related subjects.
• Demonstrated interest in cross-cultural education and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Experience supervising high school students in a co-curricular setting.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in English or related subject.
• High-school or college-level experience teaching in English.
• Work or internship experience teaching English as an additional language.
• Familiarity with online and face-to-face instruction.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a prestigious educational institution.
• Experience in a multicultural environment.
• Professional development opportunities.