International Rescue Committee
Youth Program Specialist
International Rescue Committee, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
Youth Program Specialist
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian NGOs, working in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to help people survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen communities.
Job Overview The vision of the IRC Washington Youth Program is that youth from refugee and immigrant backgrounds will have the skills and resources necessary to pursue a future of opportunity. The Youth and Education Program works toward this vision by providing educational and enrichment opportunities to help school‑aged youth from refugee and immigrant backgrounds catch up on missed education, adjust to a new school, accelerate English language development, and build positive relationships in school and community. This program supports school‑age youth and their families, and also provides support to teachers and school administration to better connect and serve these students.
Major Responsibilities Individualized Tutoring Program
Provide direct instruction to tutees and serve as a substitute tutor as needed.
Prepare lesson plans and materials tailored to the students’ needs.
Collect and maintain appropriate student and family records, documents, and case notes, maintaining confidentiality.
Conduct outreach phone calls to invite families to participate in programs.
Conduct enrollment sessions with new families, ensuring the families understand the program and collecting all necessary documentation.
Provide ongoing support and problem‑solving for volunteer tutors, answer questions, provide coaching, and disseminate teaching and learning resources and best practices.
Assist program coordinator with conducting regular supervision of community tutors to ensure quality instruction and safeguarding accountability, including regular tutor observations and feedback, and quarterly feedback calls with families and students.
School Support Program
Provide one‑on‑one support for families navigating the U.S. school system through culturally responsive guidance and resources.
Conduct informational sessions for parents and coordinate parent–teacher meetings and school tours.
Assist families in resolving school‑related issues, advocating for student needs, and facilitating communication with school staff.
Help families access and use digital learning platforms, tools, and school‑provided online content.
Other Youth Programs
Provide functional support to other youth programs and events, including the elementary summer reading program, the Youth Roots Internship, and events such as Mobius field trips.
Participate in all program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the IRC team.
Assist as needed with events and other youth team projects.
Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols of the agency.
Other related duties as assigned.
Key Working Relationships Position reports to: Youth Program Coordinator. Directly supervises: interns, volunteers.
Internal contacts: Youth Program Specialists, Youth Program Team, other IRC Seattle staff.
External contacts: teachers at partner school districts, contacts at partner organizations.
Job Requirements
Relevant degree in Education, Teaching, Child/Youth Development, or related field, or 2‑4 years relevant experience in teaching, tutoring, or youth development programming. TESOL certificate a plus.
Experience in training and facilitation utilizing adult learning principals.
Cross‑cultural experience; connection and experience working with people from refugee and/or immigrant communities.
Experience working with multi‑lingual students and families.
Committed to anti‑racism and continual learning and growth.
Demonstrated ability to use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for individual student needs.
Commitment to creating safe and healing learning spaces for newcomer students and utilizing trauma‑informed practices with students and families.
Flexible and adaptable – able to quickly problem‑solve and change plans and activities according to student need or unexpected circumstances.
English proficiency, both spoken and written. Bonus if the candidate has professional proficiency in predominant language of local client base desired (Dari, Pashto, Arabic, Somali, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Ukrainian, etc.).
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to work well with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
Ability to maintain responsibility for multiple tasks in the context of a diverse, fast‑paced work environment.
Willing to be First Aid/CPR certified upon hire.
Working Environment
Hybrid: staff will work at IRC office, in homes of refugee families, and remotely.
Schedule: part‑time between 20 hours/week. Must be available at least 4 weekdays between 4:00 pm–6:30 pm OR 2 weekdays between 4:00 pm–6:30 pm and on Saturdays for a 4‑hour block between 10:00 am–5:00 pm. Desired schedule: Monday–Thursday, 1:30–6:30 pm. We are open to discussing alternative schedules as long as the candidate is available to work during the times outlined above.
Occasional weekend activities.
Limited term: the position ends on Sept 30, 2026 with hopes of renewed funding to continue through the following year.
Access to reliable high‑speed internet from home office.
Access to reliable transportation to travel regularly throughout the Spokane Public School district area.
Compensation Pay range: $22–$24 per hour for U.S. based candidates. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience, and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
Professional Standards All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, IRC enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation, and commits to preventive measures and a safe environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type:
Part‑time
Job function:
Other
Industries:
Non‑profit organizations
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Job Overview The vision of the IRC Washington Youth Program is that youth from refugee and immigrant backgrounds will have the skills and resources necessary to pursue a future of opportunity. The Youth and Education Program works toward this vision by providing educational and enrichment opportunities to help school‑aged youth from refugee and immigrant backgrounds catch up on missed education, adjust to a new school, accelerate English language development, and build positive relationships in school and community. This program supports school‑age youth and their families, and also provides support to teachers and school administration to better connect and serve these students.
Major Responsibilities Individualized Tutoring Program
Provide direct instruction to tutees and serve as a substitute tutor as needed.
Prepare lesson plans and materials tailored to the students’ needs.
Collect and maintain appropriate student and family records, documents, and case notes, maintaining confidentiality.
Conduct outreach phone calls to invite families to participate in programs.
Conduct enrollment sessions with new families, ensuring the families understand the program and collecting all necessary documentation.
Provide ongoing support and problem‑solving for volunteer tutors, answer questions, provide coaching, and disseminate teaching and learning resources and best practices.
Assist program coordinator with conducting regular supervision of community tutors to ensure quality instruction and safeguarding accountability, including regular tutor observations and feedback, and quarterly feedback calls with families and students.
School Support Program
Provide one‑on‑one support for families navigating the U.S. school system through culturally responsive guidance and resources.
Conduct informational sessions for parents and coordinate parent–teacher meetings and school tours.
Assist families in resolving school‑related issues, advocating for student needs, and facilitating communication with school staff.
Help families access and use digital learning platforms, tools, and school‑provided online content.
Other Youth Programs
Provide functional support to other youth programs and events, including the elementary summer reading program, the Youth Roots Internship, and events such as Mobius field trips.
Participate in all program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the IRC team.
Assist as needed with events and other youth team projects.
Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols of the agency.
Other related duties as assigned.
Key Working Relationships Position reports to: Youth Program Coordinator. Directly supervises: interns, volunteers.
Internal contacts: Youth Program Specialists, Youth Program Team, other IRC Seattle staff.
External contacts: teachers at partner school districts, contacts at partner organizations.
Job Requirements
Relevant degree in Education, Teaching, Child/Youth Development, or related field, or 2‑4 years relevant experience in teaching, tutoring, or youth development programming. TESOL certificate a plus.
Experience in training and facilitation utilizing adult learning principals.
Cross‑cultural experience; connection and experience working with people from refugee and/or immigrant communities.
Experience working with multi‑lingual students and families.
Committed to anti‑racism and continual learning and growth.
Demonstrated ability to use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for individual student needs.
Commitment to creating safe and healing learning spaces for newcomer students and utilizing trauma‑informed practices with students and families.
Flexible and adaptable – able to quickly problem‑solve and change plans and activities according to student need or unexpected circumstances.
English proficiency, both spoken and written. Bonus if the candidate has professional proficiency in predominant language of local client base desired (Dari, Pashto, Arabic, Somali, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Ukrainian, etc.).
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to work well with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
Ability to maintain responsibility for multiple tasks in the context of a diverse, fast‑paced work environment.
Willing to be First Aid/CPR certified upon hire.
Working Environment
Hybrid: staff will work at IRC office, in homes of refugee families, and remotely.
Schedule: part‑time between 20 hours/week. Must be available at least 4 weekdays between 4:00 pm–6:30 pm OR 2 weekdays between 4:00 pm–6:30 pm and on Saturdays for a 4‑hour block between 10:00 am–5:00 pm. Desired schedule: Monday–Thursday, 1:30–6:30 pm. We are open to discussing alternative schedules as long as the candidate is available to work during the times outlined above.
Occasional weekend activities.
Limited term: the position ends on Sept 30, 2026 with hopes of renewed funding to continue through the following year.
Access to reliable high‑speed internet from home office.
Access to reliable transportation to travel regularly throughout the Spokane Public School district area.
Compensation Pay range: $22–$24 per hour for U.S. based candidates. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience, and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
Professional Standards All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, IRC enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation, and commits to preventive measures and a safe environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type:
Part‑time
Job function:
Other
Industries:
Non‑profit organizations
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