After School Counselor - Brooklyn

New York Edge • Brooklyn, NY • 1d ago

About Us:

New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, academic programs-including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access-help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Summary:

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the part-time role of after-school Academic Enrichment Coach. In this role, you will be critical to the successful operation of New York Edge's after-school program. You will be responsible for providing a safe and positive environment for school-age children and providing opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth. Academic Enrichment Coaches also participate in activities and trips while providing and maintaining a safe working environment. They help with homework and prepare students to demonstrate newly acquired skills in Sports and Arts.

Schedule:

Part-Time

Monday - Friday

2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

This role requires you to be in person.

Pay:

$17.00/hr

Job Type:

Part-Time

Essential Job Functions:

Provide appropriate supervision at all times to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of program participants.

Be an agent of safety for campers. This includes taking responsibility for one's well-being and the well-being of others.

Keep the immediate supervisor informed daily of any concerns regarding participants, staff, or the facility.

Engage participants in meaningful activities, lesson plans, and special events that are structured, age-appropriate, fun, exciting, and challenging and based on values in the areas of arts, STEM, character development, literacy, creative expression, community service, physical fitness, and/or nutrition.

Prepare the learning environment and necessary supplies for program activities. Assume responsibility for the cleanliness and organization of the camp room, program supplies, and activity space.

Support the planning and implementation of all activities, including but not limited to learning initiatives, field trips, and culminating performances.

Provide support to Activity Specialists with activity implementation.

Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.

Serve as a positive role model for participants.

Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child's strengths and areas of growth. Take a leadership role in providing regular updates to caregivers.

Attend all required training sessions. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.

Ensure that groups are in ratio.

Required Skills:

Possess a desire to work directly with children

Ability to work as a team member

Responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, actively engaged, and patient

Ability to follow directions and adhere to all policies/procedures

Open to feedback with a desire to grow professionally

Must have reliable communication/computer devices at home with the capacity to access the internet consistently to respond to organizational emails as well as complete training before the start of work (if needed)

Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years old

High School Diploma required; some college preferred

Experience working with children strongly preferred

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

May be required to walk up and down stairs.

May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.

Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with community at-large during trips or events.

The Academic Enrichment Coach will be required to report to the school and interact with staff, students, parents, and the school administration.

At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

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