Education Specialist

4 weeks ago

New York, United States New York Junior Tennis League,Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Education Specialist – Afterschool Program


We hire for this role in Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan.

Openings vary across 30+ sites throughout the school year. Our complete list is at nyjtl.org/aces-sites


About New York Junior Tennis & Learning

New York Junior Tennis and Learning (NYJTL) is one of the largest afterschool tennis and education-themed community organizations in the United States. We offer comprehensive school and community-based programs throughout New York City’s five boroughs, serving more than 85,000 youth ages 5-18 every year.


The NYJTL afterschool program provides children with safe and nurturing environments in which they can learn and thrive academically, while receiving critical support to reach their potential both on and off the tennis court. The NYJTL afterschool program operates in elementary, middle and high schools located in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens. NYJTL is seeking bright, dedicated individuals who have a strong interest in working with after-school programs.


Position Summary

The Education Specialist is critical in establishing and maintaining program quality by supporting frontline staff in effectively implementing program activities. Education Specialists must be able to develop lesson plans and reinforce learning with the aid of Group Leaders. They also must be skilled in engaging children. Education Specialists should have knowledge of after-school programs and the mandates of the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOH)


Core Responsibilities

  • Review lesson plans and ensure all activities are designed with learning goals or skill gains
  • Work with Group Leaders, engaging them in the lesson plan development process and modeling activity facilitation to help Group Leaders develop professionally and eventually to become Activity Specialists.
  • Supervise participants while maintaining order, providing a conducive learning environment, ensuring their safety.
  • Facilitate purposeful activities that foster the development of new skills in children, while reinforcing skills/information previously taught.
  • Assist in all activities needed for the orderly operation of the program, inclusive of: supervising children during snack/supper, facilitating dismissal, conducting field trips, hosting special events, etc.
  • Provide strong classroom and behavioral management skills, ensuring that all participants follow agency and program rules.
  • Complete all projects and tasks as requested, while ensuring the safety and security of all participants and the smooth operation of programming.
  • Attend and supervise children during special projects and field trips, including those which occur outside of regular program hours.
  • Complete 15 hours of professional development each calendar year.
  • Attend all meetings, training workshops and special events, as required, inclusive of those outside of program hours.
  • Serve as a positive and engaging role model for students; work with students one-on-one when necessary and be flexible to meet their needs.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Teaching certificate preferred but not required
  • Two years’ experience working with elementary or middle school-aged children.
  • Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to create interactive academic and/or enrichment activities that are age appropriate. Please note we will ask for a sample lesson plan during the interview process.
  • Genuine enthusiasm for developing professional skills through training opportunities and field practice.
  • Ability to work as part of a team within a school community.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively and respectfully with a broad range of diverse constituents.
  • Knowledge of tennis or a willingness to learn preferred.

Job Type

  • Part Time
  • 9 Hours

Salary Range

  • $37.00 - $40.00 per hour

Please click "Apply" below or visit our careers page at nyjtl.org to complete an application. Thank you


NYJTL values the diversity of the people we hire and inspire. Diversity at our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We center equity in all our work and in our hiring practices.



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