Education Specialist (Dodge YMCA)

About the role

The Dodge YMCA is seeking an Education Specialist to provide intensive and extensive academic tutoring in math and literacy to children in grades K-5th. This position plays a critical role in enhancing academic performance and promoting personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Meet academic standards for tutoring and demonstrate competence in analyzing student’s academic needs.
• Aid participants in actively achieving an increased comprehension and retention of specific subject material and improved academic skills in designated areas.
• Help participants develop necessary study skills for academic success.
• Identify participants having trouble; provide encouragement and alternative explanations of subject material.
• Assist participants with homework as needed.
• Work with the Site Director and school staff to understand academic expectations and develop activities, assignments, practice tests, and strategies accordingly.
• Document, track, and maintain regular progress and academic records of designated participants.
• Provide feedback regarding participant progress as needed.
• Aid participants in developing self-confidence and reducing anxiety or fear of failure in academic work.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of program participants by always providing appropriate supervision.
• Work cooperatively with Afterschool Counselors, professional staff, teachers, and other program and school staff.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (sign-in/out forms, behavior reports, and incident reports, as appropriate).
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Y Afterschool Program to participants and caregivers.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and caregivers through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas for growth.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events, as appropriate.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Education or a related field. Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth in an Afterschool or tutoring environment.
• Possess an understanding and knowledge of public-school functions, Common Core, and specific knowledge in age-appropriate math and/or literacy curriculum.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable with working with diverse youth and adults.
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Passion for education and youth development.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Leadership qualities.
• Comfortable with working with diverse youth and adults.

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.

Pay

$25.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Schedule

Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and during public-school breaks.