[Immediate Start] Youth Worker - High School

DREAM; New York, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Disability benefits

Referral bonuses

Employee discounts

Teaching Fellowship opportunity

Academic credits via SUNY Empire State

Job summary

DREAM is seeking dedicated Youth Workers at its Bronx program to support after-school activities for high school students. You will help lead engaging sports, SEL, enrichment, and academic support under the guidance of club leaders, in person at the DREAM Charter High School site.

We’re looking for individuals aged 18+, with a high school diploma, who are energetic, patient, and capable of building positive relationships with students and families while fostering growth and resilience through

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older by start date.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with teens in education or youth programs preferred.
• Experience with behavior management preferred.
• Energetic, warm, patient, and able to work with diverse youth.
• Ability to work in teams and communicate with families; in-person required.

Responsibilities

• Assist club leaders in daily after-school activities for high school students.
• Distribute snacks and materials effectively.
• Support safe student transitions and positive participation.
• Supervise groups during transitions and away games.
• Assist with homework completion and academic enrichment.
• Keep rosters and attendance records.
• Help foster youth development using restorative approaches.
• Participate in summer bridge program activities.

Skills

Youth development

Team collaboration

Communication with families

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Openness to feedback

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Zoom

Google Suite

Job description

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.

DREAM(formerly Harlem RBI) is seeking dynamic individuals toserve as Youth Workers in our high school program.

The Youth Worker will assist club leaders in leading a group of students daily in activities including sports, social-emotional learning, enrichment, and academic support programming.

This is an excellent opportunity to build your youth development skills while working with a passionate and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Assist club leaders in leading a group of high school students in daily after-school activities including sports, social-emotional learning, enrichment and academic support;
• Distribute snack and materials effectively and efficiently;
• Support the facilitation of positive, safe student transitions throughout the school;
• Supervise groups of students during transitional times, such as student athletes waiting to depart for away games;
• Support with homework completion and other academic enrichment;
• Support club attendance and collecting rosters,
• Model and encourage positive participation in all daily activities;
• Model professionalism through consistent attendance, timeliness and preparation;
• Manage youth behavior at all times using positive youth development strategies;
• Using a restorative approach to manage student behaviors
• Support summer bridge program, facilitating activities and attending trips for up to 30 rising freshmen;
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older by the start date for the role;
• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• Experience working successfully with teenagers in a classroom or other youth development setting, strongly preferred;
• Experience with behavior management, including positive youth development, preferred;
• Exhibits high energy, warmth, enthusiasm and patience in working with youth;
• Ability to quickly problem-solve in the moment;
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting;
• Ability to communicate effectively with families;
• Comfort with technology and ability to use common platforms, including Zoom and Google Suite (Gmail and Gchat);
• Eagerness to grow professionally, including openness to receiving and implementing feedback;
• Flexibility: willing and able to shift tasks and priorities as needed;
• Belief in the mission and outcomes of DREAM, including the importance of social emotional competency and advocacy for self and others;
• Ability to work during the program hours;
• Must be able to work in person at the program site;
• A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.

Location

• DREAM Charter High School: 20 Bruckner Blvd Bronx NY, 10454

Benefits

• DREAM offers the following benefits to our part-time employees:
• 403(b) retirement plan, with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment(12-month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1,000 hours;
• Disability benefits;
• Referral bonuses;
• Access to our Employee Discount Program, offering savings on travel, entertainment, retail, and more;
• High-performing part-time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship, through which they can earn a Bachelors or Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM.
• Through our partnership with SUNY Empire State University, eligible Youth Workers can earn academic credit for completing DREAM’s paid Summer Extended Learning and Enrichment Institute, supporting faster degree completion.

Commitment

• The salary rate for incoming Youth Workers is $17.50 to $18.00 per hour. Initial compensation is determined based on relevant youth-facing experience. Youth Workers are eligible for annual compensation increases based on tenure, in accordance with DREAM’s compensation practices. Compensation for Youth Workers who continue their employment with DREAM may exceed the incoming range band above.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission.

From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters—it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.

Come dream with us.

DREAM Maxims

All Kids Can. This Kid Can.

DREAM is Family.

Fun is a Serious Value.

Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.

Fail. Persist. Exceed.

DREAM Big.

Applying to DREAM

We know applying for a new job can be a daunting process. In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications! You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to help!

DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.