Opportunities

postd 5/1/13

We are currently seeking to hire an Education Coordinator.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • overseeing educational content of Al-Bustan’s in and out-of-school programs and liaising with schools and community organizations to present and facilitate integration of Arabic language, arts, and culture
  • developing and promoting teacher-ready curricular units to further students’ understanding and appreciation of Arab history, culture and arts
  • teaching some Arab cultural and history content to youth and educators
  • planning for and managing of Al-Bustan Camp, held every July

Requirements:

  • Must have completed at least undergraduate degree in elementary or secondary education
  • Must have experience teaching in elementary or secondary schools and developing curricular material

Highly Preferred:

  • conversant or fluent in the Arabic language

Skills:

  • able to take initiative and reach out to work with diverse constituencies, including school administrators and educators, and teaching artists
  • creative thinker who is able to conceive, create, and implement curricular content
  • excellent writing, speaking, and interpersonal communication skills
  • able to effectively engage with children and youth
  • highly knowledgeable about the Arab region, arts, and culture
  • well organized with attention to detail and ability to multi-task and coordinate overlapping activities
  • computer proficient in MS Word and Excel

Full-time position reports to Executive Director; hours may vary. To apply, contact the Executive Director, include cover letter and resume with 3 references.

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Throughout the year we invite artists with a particular interest and experience in Arab arts and culture to contact us.  We also invite students or individuals interested in a volunteer internship during the school year or as a camp counselor during the summer to contact us.

• Camp Counselors for Summer 2013: Counselor Application 2013

• Volunteers: Al-Bustan Volunteer Application

• Work-Study Intern during the academic year

Al-Bustan is an equal opportunity employer.