Assistant Youth Educator

Hartley House; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Hartley House is seeking an Assistant Youth Educator to support after-school programming for K-5 students. You will work under the Site Supervisor to create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes academic and social-emotional growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, relationship-building with students and families, and the use of technology to enhance activities. The position is in-person, with afternoons Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one year of experience and/or training working with children.
• Strong classroom and behavior-management skills.
• Ability to develop and facilitate age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing program needs and environments.
• Ability to utilize technology and virtual platforms when required.
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive and professional relationships with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate engaging enrichment activities.
• Assist with development and implementation of lesson plans.
• Provide individual and small- or large-group support to students.
• Foster positive relationships and model appropriate behavior.
• Support homework assistance, academic enrichment, arts, STEM, and other activities.
• Implement behavior-management strategies to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Communicate incidents promptly to the Site Supervisor and staff.
• Support development of communication and social-emotional skills.
• Participate in indoor/outdoor activities and field trips.
• Prepare classrooms and materials; maintain organized spaces.
• Monitor attendance and program records.
• Communicate professionally with students, families, and partners.
• Assist with staff meetings and trainings; use technology as needed.

Skills

Classroom management

Behavior management

Team collaboration

Technology proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Overview

The Assistant Youth Educator supports the delivery of engaging, safe, and developmentally appropriate after-school programming for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Under the direction and daily supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Assistant Youth Educator works collaboratively with program staff to create a positive learning environment that promotes students' academic growth, social-emotional development, creativity, physical activity, and overall well-being.

The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, patient, and committed to building positive relationships with children while maintaining a structured and inclusive program environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and facilitate engaging enrichment activities that encourage learning, creativity, discovery, recreation, and personal development.
• Assist with the development and implementation of age-appropriate lesson plans and educational activities.
• Provide individual and small- or large-group support to students based on their academic, social, and developmental needs.
• Foster positive relationships with students and serve as a consistent, supportive role model.
• Support homework assistance, academic enrichment, recreational activities, arts, STEM, sports, and other program activities as assigned.
• Implement effective classroom and behavior-management strategies to maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Address student behavior appropriately and communicate significant incidents or concerns promptly to the Site Supervisor and appropriate staff.
• Assist students in developing positive communication, teamwork, conflict-resolution, and social-emotional skills.
• Participate in indoor and outdoor activities, including recreational games, sports, field trips, and special events.
• Assist with daily program preparation, including classroom/activity-area setup, organization, and cleanup.
• Pick up students from neighboring schools and safely transition them into the after-school program.
• Maintain organized classrooms, activity areas, and program materials.
• Monitor program supplies and promptly report lost, damaged, or misused materials to the Site Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, student sign-in/sign-out documentation, participation records, and other required program reports.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, parents/guardians, coworkers, school personnel, and community partners.
• Support an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates the diversity of students, families, staff, and community members.
• Follow all organizational, school, safety, and program policies and procedures.
• Participate in required staff meetings, professional development, trainings, and program planning sessions.
• Utilize computers, virtual platforms, and other technology as needed to support program operations and youth engagement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Site Supervisor or program leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one year of experience and/or training working with children, preferably in education, elementary school programming, recreation, after-school programming, or another youth-services setting.
• Strong classroom and behavior-management skills.
• Ability to develop and facilitate age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing program needs and environments.
• Ability to utilize technology and virtual platforms when required.
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive and professional relationships with children and families.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of relevant experience working with elementary-age children.
• Experience working in an after-school, school-based, recreational, or community-based youth program.
• Experience facilitating enrichment activities, sports, arts, STEM, academic support, or other youth-development programming.
• Experience with classroom management, attendance tracking, and youth-program documentation.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–6:00 PM

Schedule is subject to change based on program and organizational needs.

Work Setting: In-person position.

Physical and Technology Requirements

• Ability to maintain constant communication with students and coworkers and accurately exchange information.
• Ability to remain stationary or on one's feet for extended periods.
• Ability to participate in and supervise indoor and outdoor youth activities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent use of computers, tablets, communication systems, and other technology-related equipment.
• Ability to use virtual platforms when required to support youth programming and communication.

Professional Expectations

The Assistant Youth Educator is expected to demonstrate professionalism, reliability, patience, flexibility, and a commitment to the safety and development of every student. The employee must maintain appropriate professional boundaries, protect student confidentiality, follow mandated organizational and safety procedures, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Hudson Guild is an Equal Opportunity Employer.