Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long‑term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Reporting
Reporting to the Associate Dean and Director of the Center for Educational Partnerships, the Resource Specialist for NYC Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (NYC‑RBERN) coordinates technical assistance and professional development for NYC schools and districts. This position may require occasional regional travel.
Essential Functions
* Facilitates, coordinates, and provides technical assistance, professional development, and related activities to the schools and districts throughout NYC.
* Assists the Director in carrying out the mission of the NYC‑RBERN by maintaining ongoing communication with the schools in the region and the statewide districts.
* Facilitates school‑based activities in target schools that are in various stages of improvement.
* Attends NYSED network strategy professional development meetings in Albany.
Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Management Responsibilities
Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.
Additional Functions
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience
* Bachelor’s Degree.
* New York State certification as a bilingual/ESL teacher and/or administrator.
* Minimum 5 years of teaching experience with English Language Learners students.
Knowledge and Skills
* Experience in providing technical assistance to schools/staff.
* Experience and knowledge of school improvement initiatives and research‑based best practices for teaching ELLs.
* Experience in working with a diverse population in high‑need areas.
* Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
* Proficiency with Google and Microsoft Office suites.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s Degree or higher in Bilingual Education or TESOL.
* Teaching experience in secondary schools.
Salary
Minimum Starting Salary: $96,967.00
Maximum Starting Salary: $96,967.00
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
Other Information
* Is this a Union position? No.
* Posting Number: A930P.
* Number of Vacancies: 1.
* Start Date: ASAP.
* Posting Date: 08/20/2025.
EEO Statement
Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Physical Activity and Work Environment
Physical Activity: Sitting Seldom; Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Often; Hearing, Listening, Talking Nearly Continuously; Standing Often; Walking Often; Running Not Required; Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Seldom; Climbing stairs Seldem; Climbing ladders Not Required; Reaching overhead Not Required; Pulling, pushing Not Required; Shoveling Not Required; Lifting – up to 20 pounds Not Required; Lifting – up to 50 pounds Not Required; Lifting – over 50 pounds Not Required.
Work Environment: Office Environment. Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
* Resume
* Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* * Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
o yes
o no
* * Do you have a New York State Certification as a bilingual/ESL teacher and/or administrator?
o yes
o no
* * Do you have a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience with English Language Learners students?
o yes
o no
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