Instructor Au Pair

Instructor, University Au Pair Certificate Program (Part-Time) Position Overview: As part of their J-1 visa requirements, au pairs in the US must complete the equivalent of 6 college credits (a total of 72 hours) from an accredited university during a 12 month period. LIU's University Au Pair Certificate Program has educated thousands of au pairs in a wide variety of topics, including childhood development, English language skills, American history and government, fashion, merchandising, international diplomacy, arts and culture, sports, social media marketing, business and many other exciting topics. A combination of live classroom discussion, interaction with other au pairs, caring university instructors and engaging activities provide a holistic approach to immersion into the unique culture of the United States. The successful candidate for the position of Instructor of the University Au Pair Certificate Program will provide learning experiences for au pairs that will deepen and extend their intellectual interests as well as develop the skills of independent learning. Instructors should be knowledgeable and supportive of visiting international students to the USA and design creative learning experiences to accommodate the diversity of learning styles and English levels in an adult population, ages 18-26. Classes are held in person on LIU Post's campus in Brookville, Long Island, New York a minimum of one weekend per month. In person and online classes run Fri, 5pm-9m, Sat 9am-6pm and Sun 9am-1pm. Pre coursework and post coursework are to be given in addition to the in-person classes to equal 36 hours of instruction. Reports to: Director of Au Pair Certificate Program Qualifications and Skills: * Master's Degree Preferred * NYS Permanent Teaching Certification (K-12) in Teacher Education a plus * Minimum of 5 year teaching experience preferred * Excellent reading, writing and communication skills * Knowledge of facilitating curriculum that is project and inquiry based, emphasizing critical thinking with interdisciplinary connections * Must be able to teach using different types of media * Evidence of originality, initiative, commitment to excellence, and enthusiasm for teaching * Flexible teaching style SALARY: Commensurate with experience, part-time, no benefits, non-union, non-tenured track position. Position is subject to a background check. Vaccination preferred. INFORMATION: | 516-299-4193 LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.

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