September 2021 - time2000_t24@lists.qc.cuny.edu

[Time2000_t24 0008] FW: Job Posting: High School Math/Science Tutors
by Naomi Weinman 23 Sep '21

23 Sep '21

Job posting below. As always, do your research on the company before applying. Mrs. Weinman ________________________________ From: Kevin Sue-A-Quan <kevin(a)aceacademick12.com<mailto:kevin@aceacademick12.com>> Dear Professor Armour-Thomas, My name is Kevin Sue-A-Quan. I am a 2018 alum of Queens College currently working as the tutoring services manager at a small business and academic support center located in Queens Village. Our business has been committed to providing quality educational support in the form of tutoring services and after school programs to our local community since 2009, and as the company has expanded to two centers, we are now looking to expand our staff by acquiring the best possible talent for academic support for students in an urban environment. We are committed to a pragmatic and existentialist approach to education by which we believe that through hands-on engagement with curricular exercises and goals, as well as a focus on the importance of community-minded ethical commitments in pedagogical instruction allow for students to learn to create meaning in their own lives so that they are better prepared as learners to navigate a complex and heterogeneous world filled with opportunities to provide betterment for all. Knowing Queens College and their commitment to urban education, I am reaching out to you to ask that you might be able to circulate this job posting, which will be below the dashed line in this email. We are particularly looking for tutors with flexible schedules who are competent in secondary math and science education, but especially in geometry, trigonometry, chemistry, physics, and biology. We have seen a huge influx is the demand for our tutoring services among high school parents for these subjects and would appreciate your help in the matter of acquiring new talent. Thank you for your time and consideration, Kevin Sue-A-Quan ------------------------------------- Ace Academic Learning Centers aceacademick12.com<http://aceacademick12.com> Position: Tutor Job Description Location: Queens Village, NY Type: Part-time *Provide individual and small group tutoring to students. *Assist students in improving academic achievement by meeting with them on a regular basis (at least 2x per week) to clarify learning problems and work on study skills, while incorporating evaluation points from the Scantron Performance series exam. *Other assistance might include: reviewing class material, discussing the subjects not appointed as a problem area, practicing/predicting test questions, and formulating worksheets for exam reviews. *Tutoring is a supplement to classroom teaching. Tutors are not expected to know everything about the subject for which they tutor. However, all tutors must be prepared to review as needed, and must be cognizant of the new developments in designated subject area. Responsibilities *Complete tutoring material in the amount of time allocated. *Teachworks Responsibilities/Reconciliations. *Assign homework as necessary to attain consistent progress. *Contact assigned students classroom teachers within first week of instruction include Program Director and Parent into the emails. *Bridge gaps in updated information i.e. emails/phone numbers or other contact info. *Be punctual for all scheduled tutoring sessions. It is your responsibility to notify management as soon as possible if you cannot meet with your students. *Complete all required session attendance forms. *Build personable relationships with your students' parents. *Keeping materials organized, clean and current. *Cleaning work space and respecting our academic materials. Qualifications *Working towards an Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Education. *Knowledgeable on a wide variety of academic subjects. *Responsible, dependable, honest, and mature. *Friendly, patient, and sensitive to a diversity of students Please submit a resume and cover letter with any other helpful information including portfolios or teaching statements to Kevin Sue-A-Quan at kevin(a)aceacademick12.com<mailto:kevin@aceacademick12.com> RE: Tutor Application. --------------------------- Kevin Sue-A-Quan, PhD.S. Marketing and Strategy Manager & Tutoring Services Manager Ace Academic Learning Centers "Au moment même où tout est perdu, tout est possible." Even when all is lost, everything is possible. - E. Levinas

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[Time2000_t24 0007] Journal reminder
by Naomi Weinman 22 Sep '21

22 Sep '21

Reminder: TIME 2000 journals are now past due. If you have not yet submitted the journal assignment given at the TIME 2000 seminar, please do so immediately. Remember to copy both Dr. Artzt and Mrs. Weinman on the email. Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 (w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173 TIME2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>

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[Time2000_t24 0005] TIME 2000 Seminar on Tuesday
by Naomi Weinman 13 Sep '21

13 Sep '21

TIME 2000 Seminar Tuesday, September 14, 2021 8:30am-10:05am Special Guests: QC President Frank Wu; Dr. Daniel Weinstein, Dean of Faculty of the School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Presentation: Getting to Know You! Wake up, wake up, sleepy head! Wake up, get out of bed! We are looking forward to seeing you! Agenda will be sent on Monday. Please review it before attending the seminar. Equipment: Pen/Pencil, paper, and yourself! Zoom: Log in using your CUNYfirst credentials (use your address that has the Format first.lastdigitdigit(a)login.cuny.edu).*<mailto:first.lastdigitdigit@login.cuny.edu).*> Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/my/time2000 Passcode: 2000 OR USE Meeting ID: 356 903 0299 Passcode: 2000 OR TRY https://us02web.zoom.us/my/time2000?pwd=amlwY1RQdjlsUHFZUDFZeVk3SFowUT09 OR TRY https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3569030299?pwd=amlwY1RQdjlsUHFZUDFZeVk3SFowUT09 One tap mobile +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 356 903 0299 Seminar attendance is mandatory for all TIME 2000 students. BYOB: Bring your own breakfast! *To join the Seminar on Zoom: 1) Open an internet browser and go to cuny.zoom.us 2) Click "Sign In" 3) Enter your CUNYFirst user name and password (User name is Firstname.Lastname##(a)login.cuny.edu<mailto:Firstname.Lastname##@login.cuny.edu>, where "##" is the last 2+ digits of your CUNY ID.) Note: This is NOT your CAMS account, which ends in @qc.cuny.edu and is used to get into Google Classroom. 4) Click "Login" 5) Click "Join a Meeting" and use the meeting info above. Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 TIME2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>

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[Time2000_t24 0004] TIME 2000 Important Dates
by Naomi Weinman 02 Sep '21

02 Sep '21

Dear TIME 2000 Students, I hope you are safe and well after yesterday's storms. As you know, campus was closed today. Please see the note below sent by the college about days this month when there are no classes. In addition, please note the following special TIME 2000 dates: Certification Meeting for Seniors and Juniors: Friday, September 10, 10am, via Zoom TIME 2000 Seminar for all TIME 2000 Students: Tuesday, September 14, 8:30am -10am, via Zoom. Special Guest: QC President Wu Zoom links will be sent the day before each event. We hope to re-open the TIME 2000 office in PH 002 in October and will send an update with dates and times when confirmed. Have a good semester! Mrs. Weinman Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 TIME2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000> >From QC President Wu: Please be reminded that there are no classes scheduled from Friday, September 3 through Wednesday, September 8, and the college is closed on Monday, September 6 for Labor Day. Staff should continue to work remotely on Friday, September 3 and resume their usual work schedules beginning on Tuesday, September 7. The library will be open on Friday, September 3, Tuesday, September 7, and Wednesday, September 8 by reservation<https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pG7yiMja8ZzRHSjzc3lFN8P-PCjqzCwGcjlj-COL55p…>, and student services will be offered remotely, as scheduled.

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