After-School Cooking & Youth Development Specialist

Young Womens Christian Association of the City of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

403(b) Plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

The YWCA of the City of New York is seeking a Cooking Activity Specialist to design, deliver, and assess after-school activities in Harlem. You will create engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with UbD, integrate youth development principles, and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities include collaborating with program leaders, using UbD to measure outcomes, and showcasing student learning through culminations.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 18 credits in education, Youth Development, Arts, STEM, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 1–2 years experience delivering activities to school-age youth in after-school or OST settings.
• Experience with project-based learning, UbD, SEL integration, or similar curriculum frameworks.
• Familiarity with inclusive practices for children with diverse needs (IEP/504/IAP accommodations).
• Strong classroom management, planning, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with basic digital tools (Google Workspace, MS Office).
• CPR/First Aid and clearances (DOHMH, SCR, DCJS/SOR) required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver sequenced units and lessons using UbD that integrate DYCD content areas and youth development principles.
• Develop measurable learning objectives and assessments (exit tickets, rubrics, work samples) tied to UbD transfer goals.
• Create hands-on, inquiry-based activities that spark curiosity and expose students to new ways of thinking.
• Infuse SEL strategies, trauma-informed practices, and culturally responsive approaches into daily instruction.
• Differentiate instruction and apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies to meet diverse learner needs and abilities.
• Ensure all activities and curricula align with DYCD COMPASS/SONYC requirements, program goals, and student interests.
• Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies based on student needs, assessment data, and feedback.
• Lead a culminating curriculum showcase at the end of each instructional cycle to demonstrate student learning and growth to families, school staff, and stakeholders.
• Maintain a positive, student-centered, and safe learning environment through effective classroom management and behavior supports.

Skills

Project-based learning

UbD

SEL integration

Inclusion (IEP/504/IAP)

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree or 18 credits in education, Youth Development, Arts, STEM, or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

The YWCA of the City of New York is seeking a Cooking Activity Specialist to design, deliver, and assess after-school activities in Harlem. You will create engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with UbD, integrate youth development principles, and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities include collaborating with program leaders, using UbD to measure outcomes, and showcasing student learning through culminations.