After School Journalism Instructor [SY26-27]

BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Brooklyn Prospect Charter School is seeking an after-school Journalism Instructor to provide engaging instruction for middle school students in our program. The teacher will introduce fundamentals of journalism, including news writing, interviewing, research, fact-checking, media literacy, and storytelling.

Throughout the year, you will supervise up to 15 students, plan lessons, and guide students in publishing their work through projects such as a student newspaper, newsletter, magazine,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; certifications or credentials in filmmaking are preferred.
• Availability to work late afternoons and/or evenings (typically 4:00–6:00 p.m.), with program hours between 3:00–6:30 p.m.
• Experience in filmmaking and prior experience working with youth in a classroom, enrichment, or after-school setting preferred.
• Strong communication, classroom management, and group facilitation skills, with the ability to adapt instruction for diverse learners.
• Passion for education and youth development; candidates qualified to lead instruction in multiple activities are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety, well‑being, and engagement of up to 15 students during after‑school programming.
• Plan and facilitate engaging lessons and enrichment activities, adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs and interests.
• Establish learning objectives, monitor student progress, and support skill development through project‑based activities.
• Foster a positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and character development.
• Prepare classrooms and materials, maintain attendance records, and assist with daily program set‑up and clean‑up.
• Implement safety protocols, including emergency procedures and evacuation drills.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and adjust activities to maximize student engagement and outcomes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the After‑School Program Director.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Group facilitation

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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After School Journalism Instructor [SY26-27]

10 month, Part-time, Exempt Brooklyn, NY, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Who We Are:

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

Curiosity : Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically

Care : Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion

Persistence : Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity

Passion : Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a highly qualified Journalism Teacher to provide engaging instruction for middle school students in our after-school program. The Journalism Teacher will introduce students to the fundamentals of journalism, including news writing, interviewing, research, fact-checking, media literacy, and storytelling. The teacher should create an inclusive and engaging environment where students can develop their writing and communication skills while exploring topics that are meaningful to them and their school community.

Throughout the school year, the Journalism Teacher should encourage student voice and curiosity through hands‑on, project‑based activities. Students should have opportunities to develop and publish their own work through projects such as a student newspaper, newsletter, magazine, digital publication, podcast, or other appropriate journalism projects.

Supervise and ensure the safety, well‑being, and engagement of up to 15 students during after‑school programming.

Plan and facilitate engaging lessons and enrichment activities, adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs and interests.

Establish learning objectives, monitor student progress, and support skill development through project‑based activities.

Foster a positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and character development.

Prepare classrooms and materials, maintain attendance records, and assist with daily program set‑up and clean‑up.

Implement safety protocols, including emergency procedures and evacuation drills.

Evaluate program effectiveness and adjust activities to maximize student engagement and outcomes.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the After‑School Program Director.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; certifications or credentials in filmmaking are preferred.

Availability to work late afternoons and/or evenings (typically 4:00–6:00 p.m., with program hours between 3:00–6:30 p.m.).

Experience in filmmaking and prior experience working with youth in a classroom, enrichment, or after‑school setting preferred.

Strong communication, classroom management, and group facilitation skills, with the ability to adapt instruction for diverse learners and follow program schedules.

Passion for education and youth development; candidates qualified to lead instruction in multiple activities are preferred. Must successfully complete required background checks and clearances.

$25 - $35 per hour

Brooklyn Prospect is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of diverse