[Immediate Start] After School Youth Worker Highbridge (aspiring educators encouraged to apply!)
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 17 - 18
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Originallyfounded in 1991as Harlem RBI DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12 extended-day extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitmentto rigorous academics social-emotional learning deep family and community engagement and health and wellness we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big as well with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3500 students across seven schoolsgrowing our organizations impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more visit .
DREAM(formerly Harlem RBI) an award winning sports-based youth development program is seeking dynamic individuals toserve as as After School Youth Workers in our elementary (REAL Kids) and middle school (DreamBuilders) programs in East Harlem and the South Bronx.
The Youth Worker will lead a group of 18-20 students daily in activities including sports social-emotional learning enrichment and academic support programming.
Youth Workers will have the opportunity to participate in professional development training in addition to receiving regular feedback and support. This is an excellent opportunity to build your youth development skills while working with a passionate and supportive team.
Responsibilities
- Lead a group of up to 18-20 youth in daily after-school activities including sports social-emotional learning enrichment and academic support;
- Facilitate or co-facilitate lessons to help youth build their social and emotional skills;
- Collaborate with team to plan & facilitate various enrichment activities;
- Support with homework completion and other academic enrichment;
- Model and encourage positive participation in all daily activities with a focus on team building;
- Model professionalism through consistent attendance timeliness and preparation;
- Supervise and manage youth behavior at all times using positive youth development strategies;
- Participate in weekly professional development and tactical training in addition to formal feedback and coaching;
- Implement all health and safety protocols as required.
- Using a restorative approach to manage student behaviors
Qualifications
- 18 years of age or older by the start date for the role;
- High school diploma or equivalent required;
- Experience working successfully with groups of school-age children in a classroom or other youth development setting strongly preferred;
- Experience with behavior management including positive youth development preferred;
- Exhibits high energy warmth enthusiasm and patience in working with youth;
- Ability to quickly problem-solve in the moment;
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting;
- Ability to communicate effectively with families;
- Comfort with technology and ability to use common platforms including Zoom and Google Suite (Gmail and Gchat);
- Eagerness to grow professionally including openness to receiving and implementing feedback;
- Flexibility: willing and able to shift tasks and priorities as needed;
- Belief in the mission and outcomes of DREAM including the importance of social emotional competency and advocacy for self and others;
- Ability to work during the program hours;
- Must be able to work in person at the program site;
- A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students families and community.
Commitment
- Start date: Immediate
- End date: June 5 2026
- Days & hours:Monday-Thursday 3-6pm Fridays 12-4pm
- Dates and hours are subject to change.
Locations
- DREAM Charter School Highbridge Elementary & Middle - 1162 River Ave Bronx NY 10452
Benefits
- DREAM offers the following benefits to our part-time employees:
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment(12-month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1000 hours;
- Disability benefits;
- Referral bonuses;
- Access to our Employee Discount Program offering savings on travel entertainment retail and more;
- High-performing part-time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship through which they earn a Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM.
Compensation
- DREAM offers competitive compensation commensurate with relevant experience with the potential for a seasonal increase. The rate for this position for incoming staff is between $17.50 and $18.00 per hour which is based on youth-facing experience.
Our Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
At DREAM diversity equity and inclusion are a matter of mission.
From our schools to our playing fields DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation mattersit enriches our team culture enhances our ability to innovate and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body while working to ensure that our practices are equitable welcoming and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth especially youth of color have permission to dreamalong with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.
DREAM Maxims
All Kids Can. This Kid Can.
DREAM is Family.
Fun is a Serious Value.
Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.
Fail. Persist. Exceed.
DREAM Big.
Applying to DREAM
We know applying for a new job can be a daunting addition studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications! You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to help!
DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact your recruiter.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Direct Support
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Mediation Experience
- Conflict Management
- Computer Literacy
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Medication Administration
- Social Work
- Writing Skills
About Company
Schools where your child is known, seen, and loved. A community where your family becomes our family. Welcome to DREAM Charter Schools. Welcome home.
