SY24-25 Per Session Vacancy Notice - DREAM #1190 - SHSAT Test Prep Teacher (Math/ELA)

Sep 15, 2026

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SY24-25 per session vacancy notice #1190 from the New York City Department of Education (Division of Human Resources) announces a position requiring teachers to provide Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) preparation for seventh graders in Math and ELA. The role supports a rigorous, culturally responsive approach and includes community-building and socio-emotional activities. Applicants must be available for in-person assignment, with mid-week pre-service training available remotely. Eligibility is limited to licensed NYCDOE grades 6-12 full-time teachers, and selection emphasizes equity, classroom management, and experience with advanced test preparation.

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NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES 65 COURT STREET BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11201 Date Posted: 5/15/2024 Deadline: 6/26/2024 SY24-25 PER SESSION VACANCY NOTICE \# 1190 2024-2025 PLEASE POST (CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AVAILABILITY AND PROGRAMMATIC APPROVAL; this position is subject to budget approval and availability and may be withdrawn at any time) POSITION: Teachers to teach Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) preparation in Math and ELA to seventh graders. Position and program are budget dependent. Office of Equity and Access LOCATION: Various locations citywide (see table below) | DREAM Site \# | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Districts Served | D1,2 | D3,6 | D4,5 | D7,12 | D8 | D10 | D11 | D19,23 | D13,15 | D20 | D21 | D22 | | DREAM Site \# | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Districts Served | D14,16, 32 | D24,30 | D25,28 | D26
D29 | D27 | D31 | D17,
D18 | D9 | Applicants must be available for in-person assignment. Mid-week pre-service training can be done remotely. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Open to licensed NYCDOE grades 6-12 full-time Mathematics, English, Science or Social Studies teachers. (Grades 6-12 Mathematics or English teachers preferred) SELECTION CRITERIA: • Demonstrated ability to motivate, stimulate and challenge all students to achieve a high level of performance through rigorous academic standards and experience with modifying curriculum to meet the needs of your students • Demonstrated dedication to equity, making sure that all students receive the support they need to achieve • An understanding of, and sensitivity to, the complex emotional, social, and academic needs of middle school students • Excellent classroom management skills • Knowledge of test-taking skills and strategies with previous effective experience preparing students for the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT), PSAT, SATs and/or other advanced level tests, preferred • Knowledge of, and experience using, effective instructional practices, including using digital platforms and resources for engaging instruction. • Knowledge of culturally responsive – sustaining education • Previous effective experience teaching advanced level classes on the middle school, junior high school or high school level preferred as well as a documented record of excellent attendance and punctuality DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Implement a new curriculum to build students’ capacity in speed work related to the SHSAT and oversee project-based learning for more complex topics on the SHSAT, as well as a test preparation curriculum that combines SHSAT-specific test taking strategies with rigorous content, • Implement community building, socio-emotional and culturally responsive related activities. • Analyze student work and SHSAT practice results to plan engaging, differentiated lessons that lead to small group instruction as needed, and overall student academic growth • Confer with Site Supervisors and others in matters pertaining to instruction, students, and family support • Prepare progress reports for each student and maintain accurate student records, including attendance • Participate in regularly scheduled DREAM site and student conferencing meetings • Attend pre-program professional learning, as scheduled WORK SCHEDULE: Instructional Days: 6 Saturday sessions from Saturday, September 7, 2024 to Saturday, October 26, 2024 Instructional Hours: 8:30am – 1:30pm Dates and times subject to change based on need, budget and SHSAT administration date. Hours up to, but not limited to the approximate number of hours listed. Additional hours may be granted upon the approval of the hiring manager. SALARY: Per Session rates as per the relevant union/organization of the advertis

FAQs

What position does Vacancy Notice SY24-25 #1190 advertise?

It advertises a per session teaching position to prepare seventh graders for the SHSAT in Math and ELA.

Who is eligible to apply?

Licensed NYCDOE grades 6-12 full-time Mathematics, English, Science, or Social Studies teachers are eligible, with preference for Math or English teachers.

What are the key selection criteria?

The notice highlights ability to motivate and challenge students, dedication to equity, understanding of middle school students’ needs, strong classroom management, and knowledge/experience with SHSAT and other advanced test preparation.

Sep 15, 2026

Uploaded by Jiven