Youth Educator, School Year
Youth Educator, School Year
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Position Description
Title
Youth Educator Mitchel Community Center - School Year
FLSA Classification
Non-Exempt Seasonal
Salary
$20 per hour
Reports To
Program Director
Location
210 Alexander Ave Bronx NY 10454
Program
Mitchel Community Center (DYCD-Funded COMPASS Program)
Organization Overview
East Side House (ESH) founded in 1891 has served the South Bronx since 1963. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit ESH is committed to enriching lives and strengthening communities. Recognizing that education is the pathway to economic and personal empowerment ESH offers youth education and technology programs that help participants develop the skills necessary to achieve self-sufficiency and long-term success.
Beyond education ESH supports families and seniors through wraparound services including food distribution wellness programs and community outreach.
Program Summary
The Mitchel Community Center COMPASS Program funded by the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) provides afterschool and seasonal programming that supports the academic social and emotional growth of youth. Ourschool year and summer youth programs are designed to be dynamic engaging and safe offering activities such as homework help STEM martial arts sports dance music and leadership development.
We are seeking serious passionate Youth Educators who have completed some college coursework demonstrate a genuine commitment to youth development and are eager to think creatively and engage meaningfully with our young participants.
Primary Responsibilities
Design and lead age-appropriate engaging enrichment activities and lesson plans aligned with DYCD and ESH program goals.
Create inclusive welcoming environments where students feel safe supported and inspired to participate.
Collaborate with team members and support specialists during activities and program planning.
Build strong respectful relationships with youth families and team members by modeling professional and positive behavior.
Supervise youth with a focus on safety participation and skill development.
Maintain clean organized spaces and ensure all materials and equipment are used properly and stored correctly.
Maintain accurate documentation: attendance incident reports behavior logs and participant records.
Assist with enrollment and provide administrative support as needed.
Participate in staff meetings training and ongoing professional development including those required by DYCD.
Support special events family engagement activities and external trips.
Always promote and represent the mission and vision of East Side House and DYCD.
Qualifications
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum: High School Diploma or GED
Some college credits completed required (Associate or Bachelors degree in progress preferred)
Minimum 2 years of experience working with youth in urban communities
Passion for youth empowerment education and creative programming
Effective communicator with strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities
Ability to engage and lead activities in one or more specialty areas (e.g. visual/performing arts sports media STEM leadership)
Culturally competent and committed to creating inclusive spaces
Ability to motivate youth and maintain a professional demeanor
Adaptable open to feedback and able to shift as needed
Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply
Competency
Communication Proficiency
Youth Engagement & Motivation
Team Collaboration
Creative Problem Solving
Time Management
Integrity & Professional Conduct
Schedule & Hours
Part-time seasonal position
Up to 20 hours per week (hours vary based on program needs)
Availability for occasional weekend events and professional development is required
Clearances Required
Department of Health Fingerprinting
SCR (State Central Registry) Clearance ($25 fee)
SEL (Staff Exclusion List)
Department of Health Medical Clearance
Health Statement
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Required Online Training
Mandated Reporter Training (2 hours): of Health & Safety (5 hours):
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work is conducted in school or community center environments
Standard physical activities: talking walking light lifting organizing materials
Travel
Local travel may be required for trips and off-site programming
How to Apply
To apply visit: Serious applicants only. Passionate dependable and imaginative educators are encouraged to apply!
EEO Statement
East Side House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage people with disabilities women veterans bilingual candidates and members of all cultural backgrounds to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected category including sexual orientation or gender identity.
Employment Type
Part-Time
