School Aide

About the role

Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the outreach and collaborative efforts
• Supporting primarily Attendance
• Assisting with direction from Community School Director
• Supporting extended recreational school activities
• Helping with the planning and implementation of events, activities and school support
• Keeping track of Program Attendance
• Supporting Program director and Assistant Director in the office and program functions
• Assisting in the implementation of Community School Program Services
• Supporting Attendance Initiative
• Supporting Office Needs, Program Inventory and Program Needs
• Serving as Program Liaison and assisting with Communication and Community Outreach Efforts
• Assisting in support and supervision of Program Activities and Events
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks assigned by CSD and Assistant Director
• Assisting CSD with planning, implementation support development through communication with Parent coordinator and/or other staff

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma required; College preferred
• Two (2) years of experience providing educational/recreational activities for children
• Ability to interact in a supportive and nurturing manner with both children and parents
• Bilingual – English and Spanish a Plus

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays
• Competitive salary