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New York Edge

Education Specialist

New York Edge, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Base pay range $30.00/hr - $35.00/hr

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 The Education Specialist’s primary concern is the improvement of learning opportunities for students attending the New York Edge After School Program. The Education Specialist is an on-site instructional leader who collaborates closely with the Education Department and the Site Director to support front-line staff (Academic Enrichment Coaches and Activity Specialists) in delivering skill-based curricula and thematic projects. The Education Specialist’s role is to support program instructional/enrichment goals by ensuring activities are structured, age-appropriate, and aligned to school-day instructional practices and model effective classroom management (as needed). The Education Specialist has the role of coach and consultant in advising the site director, teachers, academic enrichment coaches, and activity specialists who work within the after-school program.

Schedule

9-15 hours per week

Monday - Friday 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

This role requires you to be in-person

Responsibilities

Ensures classroom instruction aligns with New York Edge quality standards during academic and enrichment activities

Provides oversight of curricula implementation to support school-day instruction

Observe and provide feedback to activity specialists, teachers, and group leaders daily, providing advice and modeling lessons as needed. Maintains an observation/feedback log documenting the help provided

Ensures activity lesson plans and projects are age-appropriate and have clear learning objectives

Assesses the effectiveness and success of the approved curriculum and recommends changes based on student work

Documents student progress and projects through multimedia, e.g., photos

Coordinates the administration and implementation of academic assessment systems

Submits a summary report of student achievements at the end of each cycle to the Principal, the Site Director, and the Education Department

Provides at least six hours of on-site professional development based on the needs of the activity specialists and tutors

Attends bi-monthly workshops

Serves as an instructional coach and mentor for front-line staff

Plans and implements staff development as it relates to instructional strategies and classroom management

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of current educational trends in curriculum and instruction

Understanding and experience of education in an urban setting

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, and school partners, including school administration and staff

Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills

Required Qualifications

DOE Teacher Certification required

Bachelor's Degree in Education Required

Advanced degree in Education preferred

Minimum of three years classroom experience in an urban setting

Proven track record of success in the classroom

Experience working with students with differentiated learning styles

Experience supervising school staff is a plus

May be required to walk up and down stairs

May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed

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

Work Environment / Additional Information Specialists will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents, and school administration. At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health.

How to apply To apply, please visit our website at newyorkedge.org/careers

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 the employee performs 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.

Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Primary and Secondary Education

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