ESL Teacher & Activity Counselor NYC

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St. John’s University (Queens Campus) - Housing available if desired
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• Camp runs from June 15 - August 16, 2026
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• Currently only 2 and 4 -week contracts are available from Jul 20 -August 16
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  As an English teacher, you'll plan and deliver effective, dynamic, and engaging lessons for international teenagers and young adults, while evaluating their progress. Beyond academics, you'll lead off -site excursions to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.<\/i>
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  Your key tasks will consist of, but not be limited to:<\/b>
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  Overall Responsibilities:
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  Student Supervision:
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  • Act in loco parentis to ensure and maintain student discipline, welfare, safety, and security at all times.
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  • Ensure that students adhere to the YES USA Student Code of Conduct.
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  • Inform management immediately of any issues and initiate appropriate disciplinary actions.
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    Teacher Duties:
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    • Following the YES USA curriculum, prepare for and deliver high -quality and effective English lessons; adapt and supplement whenever needed.
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    • Be prepared to teach unplugged in case of any issues with the classroom, technology, materials, or the like.
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    • Maintain up -to -date records of student attendance.
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    • Monitor student performance and evaluate their progress throughout the course.
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    • Prepare and submit weekly evaluation reports in a timely manner.
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    • Ensure punctuality for all classes, excursions, and scheduled activities, contributing to the smooth operation and positive experience of the program.
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    • Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged.
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    • Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies.
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    • Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team.
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      Activity Counselor Duties:
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      Off -Campus Excursions
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      • Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged.
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      • Prepare for off -site excursions (study and memorize cultural and historical information, check and study directions to excursion sites, etc.).
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      • Provide information and share stories with students/chaperones about cultural and historical places visited in a fun and engaging way.
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      • Actively supervise, interact with, and entertain students and chaperones to ensure their satisfaction.
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      • Follow the itinerary but be ready to think on your feet and successfully manage emerging situations.
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      • Provide receipts from excursion vendors or cafes/restaurants after each excursion, if applicable.
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      • Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies.
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      • Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team.
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        On -Campus Activities
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        • Lead on -campus activities, such as music night, volleyball, etc.
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        • Assist in coordinating on -campus food activity deliveries, including tasks such as picking up food, setting up a dining area, facilitating food distribution, and cleaning up the dining area.
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          Session Opening and Closing Responsibilities
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          • Contribute to the preparation for student arrival by participating in tasks such as room inspections, assembling welcome packets, facilitating new student orientation, and conducting campus tours, among other responsibilities.
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          • Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the campus via private shuttle or taxi.
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          • Provide support during new student check -ins.
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          • Assist with end -of -course ceremonies.
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          • Assist with room inspections during student check -outs and coordinate their airport transfers for a seamless departure experience.
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            Requirements
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            • All applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in TESOL, linguistics, or English.
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            • ESL teaching certificate, such as Cambridge CELTA or its equivalent.
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            • Prior ESL experience of teaching teenagers.
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            • Effective written and oral communication skills.
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            • Legal authorization to work in the United States.
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              Qualities
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              An ideal candidate possesses the following qualities:
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              • Establishes strong rapport with teenagers through effective communication
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              • Exhibits genuine interest in other cultures and willingly shares personal experiences
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              • Displays a fun and outgoing personality to foster an engaging environment
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              • Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and authority when dealing with students
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              • Possesses a proactive approach to researching and learning about the city to enrich students' understanding
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              • Effectively navigates the city with a group of teenagers, showcasing effective leadership
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              • A good sense of direction and a strong knowledge of the city and its surroundings, including the public transportation system, are required.
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              • Remains calm under pressure and maintains a positive attitude during challenges and emergencies
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              • Adapts well to change, showing flexibility in various situations
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              • Commits to working extended hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure program success.
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                Application Procedure
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                Prior to offering a job to selected candidates, YES USA will:
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                • Complete a reference check (names and contact details of three references are required).
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                • Run a background check.
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                  Upon signing a job offer, successful candidates will be required to:
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                  • Submit a copy of their diploma(s) or transcripts along with other new hire paperwork.
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                    Hours<\/b>
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                    • Candidates must be willing to work long hours as classes could begin as early as 8:30am and excursions could end as late as 10:30pm.
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                      • Teaching Hours: 30 hours in a 2 -week period
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                        • Excursion/Activity Hours: 60 hours in a 2 -week period. 
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                          Compensation and Benefits<\/b>
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                          • Residential Pay: $1,037 -$1,393 every two weeks
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                          • Commuter Pay: $1,620 -$1,830 every two weeks
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                          • At least one full day off per week
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                          • On -campus housing in a shared dorm (Residential Staff Only)
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