Content Specialist

Grand Street Settlement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Street Settlement is seeking a Content Specialist for our Youth Services program in New York. The role focuses on homework help, tutoring, and developing literacy and STEM lessons, while guiding group leaders to implement engaging activities.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred), experience designing curricula, and 3+ years working with K-12 youth. Expect fingerprinting checks and related screenings; CPR/First Aid are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred in education or related fields.
• Experience teaching and curriculum design.
• Experience supervising staff.
• 3+ years working with youth (K-12) and curriculum-based lessons.
• Must complete NYSDOH fingerprinting and background checks; TB test.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications preferred.
• Strong communication, professionalism and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tutoring component and supervise tutors.
• Assess student progress using report cards and communicate with parents.
• Develop individual educational plans.
• Coordinate group leaders' lesson facilitation.
• Plan and implement program activities and events.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Provide literacy intervention materials.
• Coordinate annual college applications workshop series.
• Evaluate programs to meet youth needs.

Skills

Curriculum design

Tutoring

Staff supervision

Youth programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

POSITION: Content Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Youth Services (School of Global Leaders)

REPORTS TO: Program/Site Director

SALARY: $22 - $25 per hour

SCHEDULE: 20 Hours/week : Monday – Friday, 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm; schedule may be modified based on program needs.

JOB SUMMARY: As part of our Youth Services Department's vision, all Youth Services Staff will help promote growth, leadership, and positive self-image in young people at all Grand Street Settlement sites. Education Specialists will promote and develop a safe and engaging learning environment for youth. The Content Specialist's scope of work includes homework help, small-group or individualized tutoring, creating literacy and STEM lessons, and supervising group leaders facilitating lessons.

Education, Experience And Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in education or related fields preferred
• Must have experience teaching and designing curricula
• One (1) or more years' experience supervising staff
• Three (3) or more years' experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable).
• Three (3) or moreyears'’ experience coaching, instructing, or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (to youth preferred).
• Must have experience working with youth in grades K-12.
• Ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic.
• Candidate must complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check-$25 nonrefundable fee; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
• Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred.
• Valid First Aid/RTE certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred.
• Candidates must communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times, and motivate students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance, and, most importantly, professionalism.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee tutoring component of the program and supervise academic tutors
• Assess students' academic progress by collecting report cards & entering report grids, and communicate with parents, teachers, & school administration.n
• Create/develop individual educational plans
• Oversee group leaders' facilitation of lesson plans
• Conduct observations of lessons and meet with group leaders to discuss strategies
• Coordinate & facilitate academic activities such as games & events
• Prepare reports as required
• Problem-solve and intervene directly with youth
• Special Projects as assigned
• Engage children and young adults in conversation to determine their needs and interests.
• Plan and facilitate all program activities to meet each participant's needs.s
• Conduct staff training programs to ensure all personnel are aligned on achieving program objectives.
• Coordinate community relations campaigns to promote youth programs
• Provide literacy intervention materials and resources to members of educational programs
• Work with Grand St Settlement Education Team to implement curriculum for our yearly learning cycles through the lens of SEL: Leadership, Discovery, and Health & Wellness, ensuring participants are working towards capstone projects and being represented at culminating events; goals of the cycles to build on participants’ hard and soft skills
• Provide job preparation services individually and through workshops, including training in resume building, dressing for success, and interview preparation.
• Provide staff support for running other youth development or support service programs.
• Develop and coordinate youth development programs as defined through grant contracts and community need.
• Coordinate annual workshop series for college applications and topics including financial aid, scholarships, and personal statement writing.g
• Evaluate programs to ensure that they meet the needs of the youth and are effective in producing their intended outcomes.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)