DYCD Compass After School Program | PS 32

About DreamYard

Dream Yard’s mission is to collaborate with Bronx youth, families and schools to build pathways to equity and opportunity through the arts. DreamYard Project is the largest arts provider in the Bronx, and uses project-based arts learning to ignite the transformative spirit in youth, public schools and communities. Dream Yard’s school-based and out of school programs are based on 21st century learning and social justice pedagogy principles. Our work is aligned with the NYC Department of Education Blueprint for the Arts and the NY State Learning Standards, and encourages young people to pursue educational pathways toward higher learning, meaningful careers and social action. Our nationally recognized programming has grown tremendously in response to student interest and community needs. Co-Executive directors Jason Duchin and Tim Lord founded DreamYard in 1994. Since then, DreamYard has worked with more than 100 public schools and over 100,000 young people and families. DreamYard has developed a robust educational community in the Bronx – from its network of over 45 partnering public schools including the DY Preparatory High School to year-long programs at the DY Art Center.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Program Director and works closely with staff (including group leaders, school teachers and other staff) to support the after school program at PS 32 serving approximately 149 students; operates under the DYCD COMPASS Elementary Grant on a year-round dual-schedule model.
• Working to support young people's development in an active, positive way that reflects DY values and school norms.
• Supporting program systems including attendance, incentives, safety procedures, special events, etc.
• Providing effective instruction for a structured activity (arts, sports, technology, etc.), including creating written lesson plans, planning projects that help youth build skills over time; lesson plans must be turned in biweekly and reflect progression of activity and student learning; coaching available by on-site Educational Specialist.
• Punctuality, dependability, and professional communication are highly important to successful operation of program.
• Participating in staff meetings and other trainings required (all are paid at the regular hourly rate).
• Other duties as required by management.
• Key School Year Primary Responsibilities:
  • Supervision & Safety: Monitor student behavior, ensure physical safety, and escort children safely during transitions, arrivals, snacks, bathroom