Education Specialist (Polo Grounds Cornerstone)

About the role

The Police Athletic League (PAL) is the largest independent youth organization in New York City that provides educational and recreational activities for children and young adults. PAL Inc. and The New York City Police Department work in partnership to provide communities with summer and after-school recreational and educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Model and uphold all Agency rules.
• Identify and develop curricula suitable for after school and summer programs.
• Work with the Youthlink Director to oversee the implementation of program activities.
• Assist center staff with effective delivery of lessons.
• Using data collected by PAL’s Evaluator, staff reports and schools’ input, foster continuous quality improvement of curricula and activities.
• Develop and maintain a relationship with the principal and designated school staff.
• Ensure PAL and school goals and needs are reflected in PAL programming.
• Provide training to Group Leaders, Teachers, and Activity Specialists.
• Assist in planning and facilitating center Parent Workshops.
• Present ideas and suggestions for improving programs as often as possible.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field.
• NYS Teaching Certification preferred.
• Master’s Degree in Education or related field strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years’ experience in curriculum development and lesson planning.
• Experience in implementing structured programming for elementary or middle school youth.
• Classroom teaching experience a plus.
• Familiarity with integrating New York Common Core Language Standards into project-based learning activities.
• Must be responsible and organized with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a team player.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Responsibilities

• Submit weekly, monthly, written and verbal reports as requested.
• When directed, attend meetings with Education Department, center stakeholders, as needed to assist in program delivery and promotion of programs.
• Assist in the planning, set up and cleanup for PAL special events.

Pay

Salary: $52.00 Per Hour