Bilingual Educator - JOR

NASW Virginia; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Paid days off per year (11 holidays

Health care for you and family

Pet insurance

401(k) with company match

Summer hours off (Half-day Fridays)

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan repayment assistance

CEUs and ongoing trainings

Work anniversary trips

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks an Educator for La Jornada in Virginia to create and sustain a developmentally appropriate program for students. You will develop weekly lesson plans, assess needs, and guide Assistant Educators to ensure holistic education and safety.

A TESL certification and 2+ years of teaching experience are preferred. The role requires bilingual English/Spanish abilities, a valid driver’s license, and a commitment to the wellbeing of children and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or elementary education.
• Willingness to obtain TESL certification paid by NYAP.
• 2+ years of teaching experience and lesson planning.
• Passionate about child development and wellbeing.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• 21+ years old, valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, good driving record.
• Bilingual; English and Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive and appropriate educational environment.
• Create a developmentally appropriate program for students.
• Develop weekly lesson plans and activities to meet individual needs.
• Assess children’s needs and adjust lessons accordingly.
• Provide guidance to Assistant Educators; ensure safety of all children.
• Participate in on-call schedule and recruitment activities as needed.
• Document attendance and progress according to requirements.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent written and verbal

Independent work / self-motivation

Proficient with computers and devices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education

TESL certification (paid by NYAP)

Tools

Desktop & laptop apps

Word processing / spreadsheets / databases

Internet search / general software

Job description

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 33 Paid days off each year!(11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
• Why Work with Us?Exciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• 33 Paid days off each year!(11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
• Why Work with Us?Exciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!

The Educator for La Jornada will be responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment and creating a program that meets the cognitive and emotional needs of all our children. The successful candidate will work closely with the Assistant Educator/s in order to ensure the program provides education, physical health, emotional well-being and parental involvement services to all enrolled students.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Create a developmentally appropriate program for our students.
• Develop weekly lesson plans, activities and class set-ups to meet the individual needs of children.
• Assess children’s needs and development, adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
• Provide guidance and modeling to Assistant Educator/s assigned to classroom to help resolve issues with students when necessary.
• Ensure the safety of all children in our program.
• Participates in on call schedule as needed.
• Actively participates in recruitment activities as necessary to meet program goals.
• Documents children’s attendance and progress according to program requirements.
• Performs other duties assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or Elementary Education.
• Willingness to obtain TESL certification paid by NYAP
• 2+ years’ experience in teaching capacity and lesson planning.
• Passionate about the development and well-being of children.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• 21 years of age, a valid state driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and a good driving record.
• Bilingual (English Spanish). Fluency in Spanish is required.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Other Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of an extended, cross functional team.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
• Ability to travel frequently and drive vehicle while sitting for extended periods, with frequency varying based on program demands.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.