Youth Development Specialist

4 days ago

Hartford, Connecticut, United States The Village for Families & Children Full time
Job Summary:

To develop and implement a comprehensive after-school program for elementary school students, focusing on academic enrichment, positive youth development, and recreational activities.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with groups of children in an educational and/or recreational setting, with a strong understanding of teaching skills and techniques.

The Village offers a supportive work environment, flexible benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan, develop, and implement program model comprised of academic support and enrichment, positive youth development, and recreational activities
  • Work in partnership with school administration to identify needs of students and align programming with school curriculum
  • Recruit parents and community volunteers to perform a variety of tasks for the after-school program
  • Recruit and enroll students and ensure student retention and participation
  • Establish and nurture positive relationships with students and serve as a role model
  • Provide a structured academic environment, assist students with educational goal development, and provide one-on-one tutoring as needed
  • Supervise students during on and off-site activities
  • Ensure student safety during program hours by arriving prior to session start time and remaining on-site at all times until the last student is dismissed
  • Maintain communication with school faculty/staff and parents/guardians
  • Maintain program site, supplies, and resources and distribute daily snacks
  • Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, trainings, and workshops, including being available for CPR/First Aid certification
  • Track student grades and standardized test scores
  • Collect and submit all necessary data for reporting
  • Set program goals, objectives, and outcomes

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent, preferred enrollment in college-level, pursuing degree in Education or Human Services field, or equivalent professional experience
  • Minimum of 1 year prior experience working with groups of children in an educational and/or recreational setting
  • Knowledge of teaching skills, techniques, practices
  • Excellent oral and written skills and ability to communicate comfortably with children, parents, and school personnel
  • Organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Flexible and able to multi-task
  • Experience working with inner-city children
  • Knowledge of relevant Hartford neighborhood(s)
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet applications

The Village for Families & Children:

We are a leading provider of behavioral health, early childhood, and youth development services in the Greater Hartford, Connecticut region.

Our mission is to build a community of strong, healthy families who protect and nurture children.

We offer a comprehensive flexible benefits package designed to aid in the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents.

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