Bear Institute, Inc Hiring for Online Bookclub Teacher Job at Remote Full Time

Online Book Club Teacher/Facilitator (1st- 8th grade students)

Position title: Online Book Club Teacher/Facilitator

Period: Position to start during mid-October 2022

Location: Remote Job – Utilizing Online Communication Software Zoom

Selected applicants will need to submit a video of a introduction. Details will be sent through emails.

Bear Institute description:

Bear Institute is an Online Book Debating Club for 1st ~ 8th-grade students.

Students learn the joy of reading through book discussions and debates.

Due to an increase in the technological age, more and more students are showing a lack of interest in reading at a critical age. However, it is through reading that children learn about the world – people, places, and events. All these are outside of their own experience. Through sharing thoughts with peers, they get exposed to ideas and beliefs different from their own. In Bear Book Club, students can learn the joy of reading and meet new friends every week with their favorite teacher!

What is an Online Book Club Teacher?

We are looking for a passionate teacher for our online book discussion and debating business. Book Club Teachers are a key component to our business that helps students from 1st ~ 8th grade be actively engaged and distribute equal speaking time during the class. Our Online Book Club Teachers will assure the development of relevant competencies such as critical thinking skills and necessary debating skills throughout the course. Our Online Book Club Teachers will be leading a small class of 1st ~ 8th-grade students grouped by different levels/grades.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field OR Current college students majoring in education.

• Comfortable using laptops, computers, and classroom technology

• Must be able to commit for at least 6 months.

• Must be able to take Evening classes weekdays or weekends

• Must have better than 8Mbps download/8Mbps upload internet speed. (Test Zoom works with 4~5 participants and sharing screen works for 30min)

• Understanding of classroom management and class facilitation.

Preferred conditions:

• Experience with children

• More than 1 year of Elementary/Middle school teaching experience in the past 3 years.

• TESOL certification and/or a teaching certificate is a plus (Not required)

• A Masters degree is a plus

Main duties: At least 3 classes/week(weekend or weekdays evening time) for at least 6 months

• Book Club Teacher MUST read the book to facilitate (Will have to purchase the book separately)

• Think of yourself as a literary umpire. It’s your job to make sure every student has the opportunity to respectfully share their opinions about the book selection with the group.

• Ensure student understanding of the content of the book and identify the needs for reinforced learning of the book contents

• Provide feedback on writing assignments/ provide evaluations for the student

Benefits:

• Earn up to $40 /hour. the opportunity to earn more through referral bonuses, teaching incentives, and other promotions

• Flexibility with no commute – you can teach part-time

• Training provided by the company

• Lesson materials provided by the company

COVID-19 considerations:
Fully Remote job. Everything can be done in your home

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 – $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Where did you go to college?
• What state are you currently living in? Please use Abbreviations (E.g CA, NE, MA)
• Have you taught international students before? How many years?
• Are you able to teach Friday and Saturday from 4pm – 9pm Pacific time?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teacher Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote