Content Specialist - Ebbets Field Middle School

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k Pension and Employer Contribution

Flexible Spending and CommuterBenefits

Employer paid short-term & long-term"

Disability, life and AD&D insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Content Specialist to guide curriculum development, identify and acquire lesson resources, and coach staff in creating high-quality, content-rich lessons. You will collaborate with the Program Director to set educational themes and objectives across sites, while supporting staff professional development and ensuring effective project-based learning.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field, at least one year of supervisory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Youth Development, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience.
• Strong experience with curriculum planning for middle school-aged youth.
• Knowledge of youth development principles and theories.
• Knowledge of Common Core Standards.
• Experience coaching and training with leadership, conflict resolution and diplomacy skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Guides development of curriculum and assists in identifying and acquiring lesson resources.
• Aids staff in planning, writing and implementing high-quality, content-rich lessons.
• Observes and coaches staff in best practices for facilitation and lesson plan development.
• Collaborates with Program Director and school administration to identify themes and objectives for educational content.
• Supports staff in professional development to ensure program quality.
• Oversees staff implementation of Project-Based Learning and ensures timely submission of lesson plans.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Diplomacy

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Company Overview

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC's most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.

Summary

The Content Specialist is responsible for providing guidance and assistance in several facets of the creation of curriculum; including resource acquisition, coaching, and instructional support.

Essential Functions

• Provides guidance in development of curriculum.
• Assists in identifying and acquiring lesson resources.
• Aids staff in planning, writing and implementing high-quality, content-rich lessons.
• Observes and coaches Group Leaders and Activity Specialists in establishing best practices for facilitation and lesson plan development.
• Collaborates with Program Director and school administration to identify appropriate

themes and objectives for educational content.

• Supports in professional development of staff to ensure program quality.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Oversees staff implementation of Project-Based Learning (PBL) by ensuring lesson plans are submitted on time and align with program goals. Provides constructive feedback to strengthen lesson quality and promote engaging, hands‑on learning experiences for participants. Conducts regular observations to assess PBL facilitation, ensure fidelity to the model, and support staff in improving instructional practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Youth Development, or related field.
• Minimum 1year supervisory experience
• Strong experience with curriculum planning for young people (middle school).
• Knowledge of youth development principles and theories.
• Knowledge of Common Core Standards.
• Experience coaching and training with strong leadership, conflict resolution and

diplomacy skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

We Also Offer

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k Pension and Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits Accounts
• Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V