Afterschool Curriculum Lead: Literacy, STEM & SEL

Partnership with Children; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Partnership with Children in the South Bronx is seeking a part-time Afterschool Content Specialist to curate and supervise engaging curricula for afterschool programs in line with DYCD guidelines. Based at the South Bronx Academy for Applied Media in Bronx, NY, the role involves coaching staff, observing lessons, and ensuring learning goals, safety, and inclusivity.

The position is in-person with weekday afternoon hours and occasional weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Childhood Education, Youth Development, English or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• At least one year in a supervisory/oversight role including staff development.
• Experience supporting literacy or STEM instruction preferred.
• Knowledge of NYC DOE curriculum; DYCD COMPASS/SONYC familiarity a plus.
• Strong instructional, communication, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curricula, lesson plans, and enrichment activities aligned with DYCD guidelines.
• Create project-based learning experiences in literacy, STEM, math, and other areas.
• Ensure activities are differentiated, inclusive, and culturally responsive.
• Support staff to integrate literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning.
• Lead staff training on academic support, behavior management, and youth engagement.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback.
• Assist staff in designing age-appropriate learning experiences and small-group instruction.
• Align afterschool supports with school-day priorities and curriculum.
• Utilize student data to inform planning and interventions.
• Help track student participation and program outcomes.
• Maintain documentation like lesson plans and progress updates.
• Contribute to DYCD Connect reporting with accurate records.
• Ensure activities meet DYCD COMPASS/SONYC requirements and safety standards.
• Support the Program Director for DYCD QA visits and internal assessments.
• Uphold agency policies and youth development best practices.

Skills

Instructional skills

Communication

Classroom management

Collaboration

Adaptability

Data literacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Data systems

Job description

Partnership with Children in the South Bronx is seeking a part-time Afterschool Content Specialist to curate and supervise engaging curricula for afterschool programs in line with DYCD guidelines. Based at the South Bronx Academy for Applied Media in Bronx, NY, the role involves coaching staff, observing lessons, and ensuring learning goals, safety, and inclusivity.

The position is in-person with weekday afternoon hours and occasional weekend hours.