New York Edge is the largest provider of after school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, programs in academics--including STEM, the arts, sports & wellness, and college access help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Summary:

Academic Support Specialists are responsible for supporting day school instruction from various teachers in different subject areas. They are responsible for supervising and leading an assigned group of students as they transition throughout the school day through the various subjects, while promoting the physical, intellectual, social, cultural and emotional well-being of said group. Academic Support Specialists also participate in activities and trips while providing and maintaining a safe working environment. 

Academic Support Specialists must embrace positive child and youth development principles and practices. These include building on youth strengths rather than focusing on youth deficits; setting and maintaining high expectations; understanding the centrality of and fostering positive relationships with peers and adults; providing age-appropriate and challenging programming; engaging participants as partners, not just as consumers of services; promoting positive identity formation and helping young people to fully develop their potential. New York Edge Academic Support Specialists respect and value the cultures and traditions of participants, their families and their communities, and treat all participants and staff equally, irrespective of race, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. New York Edge Academic Support Specialists must appreciate the range of abilities and diverse needs of children and youth in our programs. This program will run during the school day 9am-3pm during the week.

Schedule:

Part-time

Monday – Friday 

8am- 1pm OR 9am to 2pm (Days/Shifts vary dependent on site needs)

Location:

2368 Dean Street, Brooklyn, NY 11223

Essential Job Functions

• Establish and enforce clear expectations for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible leading to a more productive use of time and increased achievement  

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers.  

• Must be trained in the methodology employed during the school day in regards to instruction  

• Works with the subject teacher to provide support in various curriculum areas.  

• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.  

• Together with the subject teacher, prepares an action plan for each student who receives the tutoring service.  

• Helps in preparing materials for the teacher to ensure optimum use of instructional time.  

• Assesses student progress and communicates such to the teacher.  

• Must attend Professional Developments offered by New York Edge and Department of Education faculty.  

• Foster an emotionally safe environment where students are comfortable

• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.  

• Must be able to foster an atmosphere of fun and learning and serves as a role model to youth, always conducting yourself in the utmost professional manner and maintaining appropriate boundaries  

• Promotes positive character development in all youth

Qualifications & Requirements

• BS or BA preferred- High School Diploma required.

• Must be responsible, reliable and punctual!  

• Strong academic skills in Math and English. 

• Knowledge of New York State Common Core standards and test preparation.  

• Demonstrated interest in the field of education, child development  Well organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively  

• A minimum of two years direct experience working or volunteering with youth under 13 in a classroom, after school, or community based environment.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• May be required to walk up and down stairs

• May be required to lift heavy objects/materials as needed

• Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School, but may be required to interact with the community at large during trips or events.

The Academic Support Specialist will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents and school administration.

At time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

To apply, please visit our website at https://newyorkedge.org/careers/