Facilitator

Children's Aid Society; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in New York is seeking a part-time Facilitator for an after school program. The role involves supervising children aged 10-14 and implementing recreational and educational activities. Candidates should have a college degree, relevant experience, and an understanding of child development. This position offers a pay rate of $20.00 - $25.00/hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a college degree, attending college, or relevant experience.
• Understanding of developmental needs of children ages 10-14.
• Demonstration of planning and program skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervision of a group of 25-30 children.
• Assist in recreational activities such as sports and games.
• Implement educational enrichment activities with children.

Skills

Initiative

Problem Solving

Education

College Degree or relevant experience

Job description

Overview

$20.00 - $25.00/hour

Position Summary: Facilitator to work at Children's Aid-I.S. 61 After School Program, part-time, providing recreational and educational enrichment activities to children ages 10-14 years old.

Responsibilities

• Understand and promote the organization's Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Assist in supervision of a group of 25-30 children.
• Assisting in recreational activities for group which would include sports, art, games and other indoor and outdoor activities.
• Assisting children with homework as needed.
• Implementing educational enrichment activities with the group.
• Working with individual children having difficulties adjusting to the program.
• Attending trainings and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: College Degree, attending college or relevant experience.
• Key Competencies:
  • Understanding of developmental needs of children ranging in age from 10-14.
  • Demonstration of planning and program skills.
  • Past experience in working with children.

It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children's Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.

Education

Bachelors (preferred); Some college (preferred)

Experience

College Degree, attending college or relevant experience. (required)

Skills

• Initiative (preferred)
• Problem Solving (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.