Educational Aide - Part Time

HELP USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Genesis Homes in Brooklyn seeks an Educational Aide to support an after school and summer camp program for children in homeless shelters and low-income housing. You will assist with lessons, sports, and arts while keeping spaces neat and orderly.

You will engage in outreach to boost attendance, maintain fairness within the group, and resolve conflicts with staff guidance. Requirements include a HS diploma, English and math proficiency, strong communication, and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• English and math proficiency essential.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily lessons and activities, including sports and arts.
• Keep the program room neat, orderly, and safe.
• Engage in outreach to ensure attendance and participation.
• Maintain fairness and consistency among children and staff.
• Resolve conflicts within the group, with staff support as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Math skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Education Bachelor’s degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Program: Genesis Homes | 330 Hinsdale Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

Position Overview

As Educational Aide, you’ll support an after school and summer camp program for children living in homeless shelters and low-income permanent housing. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist with all daily lessons and activities including sports and recreation, educational support, and arts and crafts.
• Ensuring that the program room and spaces are kept neat and orderly.
• Engaging in outreach activities to ensure attendance and participation.
• Maintaining an atmosphere of consistency and fairness in which all children and staff cooperate.
• Resolving conflict within your group, seeking assistance from other staff, supervisors and directors when necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, working towards Education Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Proficiency in English and Math skills
• Commitment to working with youth from a variety of backgrounds and providing high-quality services
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.

Hours:

This is a part-time job, 2:00pm-6:00pm Monday-Friday