10-11th Grade ELA Associate Instructor (Fall 2026)
sponsorsforeducationalopportunity
New York, New York, United States · New York · United States
Posted Jul 9, 2026
- Part-time
- On-site
- SEO High School Scholars, New York
sponsorsforeducationalopportunity
New York, New York, United States · New York · United States
Posted Jul 9, 2026
Title: ELA/Advisory Associate Instructor (10th/11th Grade)
Department: SEO High School Scholars, New York
Report to: Senior Manager, Teaching & Learning
Compensation: $40/hour
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Location: New York, NY
Work Arrangement: This role requires on-site work at LIU for 11th Grade and Baruch College 10th Grade
Hours: Up to 10 hours/programming week
Schedule: 8:45-3:05 PM (Sat)
ABOUT SEO
Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually.
SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program that transforms public high school students in New York City, San Francisco, North Carolina, and Miami into college graduates. SEO Scholars successfully educates and mentors students to and through college. 100% of Scholars are accepted into four-year colleges, 85% of Scholars graduate with a Bachelor’s degree, and 80% are first-generation college graduates. All are welcome to apply.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Associate Instructors will join SEO’s community of passionate educators to implement a rigorous college prep curriculum for motivated and driven high school students. Associate Instructors co-teach alongside Instructors to facilitate classroom instruction, teach mini lessons, organize small group and one-on-one instruction, and provide additional Scholar support. Associate Instructors are the first to cover when there is an instructor absence and do not have grading responsibilities. Associate Instructors co-teach ELA and Advisory which includes two units– Identity & Empowerment and Level All– for 10th or 11th grade Scholars in New York City.
Key Responsibilities:
Navigate Instructional TechnologiesLearn and efficiently utilize our instructional technologies such as Brightspace (Learning Management System), Nearpod, GSuit applications, and Zoom chat (instant messaging tool) in a Blended Learning environment.Content PreparationRead, internalize, and practice all lesson plans and materials provided by SEO prior to teaching.Implement thoughtful adjustments to pacing and activities based on specific student needs.
Courses:
Associate Instructors will be placed in either 10th or 11th Grade. The English Language Arts (ELA) courses offered this semester are:
ELA Associate Instructors also teach Advisory, a course designed to support scholars’ academic and social success. ELA Associate Instructors will teach two Advisory courses: Identity & Empowerment (IE) and Level All.
Based on ELA Associate Instructors’ grade placements, they will teach the following Advisory course:
Sites:
Summer Academy takes place at one of our partner sites through the semester where the Associate Instructor will be placed based on the grade level they are assigned:
Key Dates:
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Preferred:
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
This position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
EEOC Policy
At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities – are strongly encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment.
Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status.
If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent.
THE ORGANIZATION
Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) is an educational non-profit founded on the belief that talent is everywhere; but opportunity is not. Our programs are designed to educate, train, mentor, and amplify the voices of our participants to give them a seat at the table – every table. We propel human potential.
SEO is an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational career opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results.
Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/.