Afterschool Enrichment Specialist — Inspire Young Learners

DREAM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Disability benefits

Referral bonuses

Discounted school meals

Employee discounts

Teaching Fellowship

Job summary

DREAM is seeking an Enrichment Specialist for its East Harlem location. The role supports Pre-K to 8 students with diverse enrichment activities, delivered in the DREAM program model and aligned to project outcomes.

Responsibilities include designing lessons, embedding literacy, collaborating with youth workers, and maintaining a safe, engaging environment during after-school sessions three times weekly.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the role’s start date.
• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree or certification in related field preferred.
• 2+ years experience working with groups of youth.
• Ability to independently plan and implement lessons in specialty area.
• Clear passion for specialty area.
• Ability to work in-person during all program hours required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a series of lesson plans for PreK-3 enrichment aligned to the DREAM program model.
• Design and deliver a series of lesson plans for grades 4-8 culminating in a project or presentation.
• Collaborate with Youth Workers, Dean of Student Life and Associate Director to provide a cohesive experience.
• Embed literacy throughout instruction.
• Prepare all materials before activities and facilitate cleanup.
• Encourage youth to participate positively in activities.
• Serve as a role model with professional behavior.
• Follow health and safety protocols and respond to incidents.

Skills

Youth development

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree or certification

Job description

DREAM is seeking an Enrichment Specialist for its East Harlem location. The role supports Pre-K to 8 students with diverse enrichment activities, delivered in the DREAM program model and aligned to project outcomes.

Responsibilities include designing lessons, embedding literacy, collaborating with youth workers, and maintaining a safe, engaging environment during after-school sessions three times weekly.