The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America
Education Specialist (Castle Hill YMCA)
The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Salary: $30.00 - $42.00 Hourly
The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.
The Castle Hill YMCA is seeking an Education Specialist who will play a critical role in providing intensive and extensive academic tutoring in the subjects of math and literacy to children/youth in grades K-8. Instruction and activities must be designed to promote subject mastery, develop grade-level competencies, and teach study skills. The Education Specialist will be responsible for creating a safe and positive environment for school-age children and providing opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth. They will be responsible for planning, organizing, and leading groups of assigned participants in various educational enhancement activities in math, science, literacy, and SEL development, which will teach skills and help improve overall academic performance.
Y Afterschool programs operate Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and during public-school breaks.
Benefits: The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.
Responsibilities
Provide intensive and extensive academic tutoring in math and literacy to children/youth in grades K-8 to promote subject mastery, develop grade-level competencies, and teach study skills.
Create a safe and positive environment for school-age children and provide opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth.
Plan, organize, and lead groups of assigned participants in educational enhancement activities in math, science, literacy, and SEL development, which will teach skills and help improve overall academic performance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required. Master’s degree and teaching credentials preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth in an academic environment. Public School teaching experience preferred.
Possess an understanding and knowledge of public-school functions, Common Core, and specific knowledge of age-appropriate math and/or literacy curriculum.
General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.
The Castle Hill YMCA is seeking an Education Specialist who will play a critical role in providing intensive and extensive academic tutoring in the subjects of math and literacy to children/youth in grades K-8. Instruction and activities must be designed to promote subject mastery, develop grade-level competencies, and teach study skills. The Education Specialist will be responsible for creating a safe and positive environment for school-age children and providing opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth. They will be responsible for planning, organizing, and leading groups of assigned participants in various educational enhancement activities in math, science, literacy, and SEL development, which will teach skills and help improve overall academic performance.
Y Afterschool programs operate Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and during public-school breaks.
Benefits: The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.
Responsibilities
Provide intensive and extensive academic tutoring in math and literacy to children/youth in grades K-8 to promote subject mastery, develop grade-level competencies, and teach study skills.
Create a safe and positive environment for school-age children and provide opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth.
Plan, organize, and lead groups of assigned participants in educational enhancement activities in math, science, literacy, and SEL development, which will teach skills and help improve overall academic performance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required. Master’s degree and teaching credentials preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth in an academic environment. Public School teaching experience preferred.
Possess an understanding and knowledge of public-school functions, Common Core, and specific knowledge of age-appropriate math and/or literacy curriculum.
General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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