Social Emotional Learning Specialist - Part Time

About the role

The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist at Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS) in Plant City, FL, provides homework help to youth in reading, writing, spoken English, and basic math skills, along with social and emotional skill building using the Second Step Curriculum and mindful transitions and mindful school curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide homework help in reading, writing, spoken English, and basic math skills
• Support and enrichment services
• Assist with homework in a small group format, occasionally one-on-one
• Manage small groups, conduct lessons, and make weekly observations
• Relate observations to pro-social behavior outcomes and motivation to learn
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Experience in education field/teaching/tutoring preferred, working with youth
• Ability to communicate well with other stakeholders, parents, and the school system
• Ability to work under stressful matters
• Ability to lift and/or carry office supplies, files, etc. up to 25 pounds

What We Offer

• $15.97 per hour
• Part Time Hours = 29 hours per week for 37 weeks school's calendar schedule
• Paid time off based on number of hours worked
• Immediate eligibility for our 403b Savings plan with 25% match
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

Who We Are

Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Programs include behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly. We offer opportunities for field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior.

Background Screening Requirements

It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Candidates must undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.