Student Support Specialist [Willoughby]

Replications,-Inc.-1; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and Safe Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Replications, Inc. is seeking a Student Support Specialist to mentor youth, supervise students, and foster a positive school culture at IS 162 Willoughby Ave, Brooklyn, NY. You will help implement attendance programs, restorative circles, and events while guiding parents on resources.

The role focuses on maintaining safety, coordinating with staff, and ensuring a supportive environment. Requires a Bachelor's degree and experience with youth; bilingual Spanish speakers are valued.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse youth populations.
• Create learning experiences that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
• Committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
• Patient, focused, and results-driven.
• Highly organized and dependable.
• Proficient with Canva, Adobe, Google, and Microsoft tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school administration to supervise and coordinate students during school hours.
• Assist in attendance programs, restorative circles, and events.
• Create a fair guideline, tracking system, and clear communication channels.
• Provide guidance to parents on school topics and resources.
• Assist students and staff with supplies, resources, and community organizations.
• Track outreach to ensure compliance.
• Assist with organizing wellness check-ins with school staff.
• Support students and families with school technology.

Skills

Youth engagement

Culturally responsive teaching

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Safe learning environment

Patience

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Canva

Adobe Suite

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dates:November 2, 2026
Schedule: Monday-Friday, up to 35 hours a week / weekends and holidays as needed
Job Type: Full- time, hourly,10- month
Location: IS 162 The Willoughby School, 1390 Willoughby Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Organization Overview

Replications, Inc. is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to replicating and implementing high-impact educational models that foster student success and community engagement. Our vision is that every child in every community has access to a dynamic and joyful public school that empowers them to thrive. We partner with schools to provide comprehensive support services to drive student academic achievement and social-emotional development. To learn more about Replications, visit www.replications.org.

Why Join Replications, Inc.?

This is your chance to contribute directly to an organization committed to transforming public education and empowering communities.

Position Overview

Replications, Inc. seeks a Student Support Specialist to mentor youth by providing supervision and implementing a positive school culture. The Student Support Specialist will also ensure the rules and regulations are maintained, and the safety and security of children are always maintained. The Student Support Specialist will work with students and parents in brief check-ins to support a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school administration and Community School Director to organize, supervise, direct, and coordinate students during school hours.
• Assist the Community School Director in establishing and implementing attendance programs, restorative circles, and special events.
• Creating a fair guideline, tracking system, and clear communication channels.
• Provide guidance and instruction to parents on school-related topics and community resources.
• Participate in assisting students and teaching staff with school supplies, resources, identify organizations and resources available for our community.
• Track outreach to ensure compliance.
• Assist students and families with organizing wellness check-in with school staff.
• Support students with school technology.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse youth populations
• Create learning experiences that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders simultaneously
• Committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all program participants
• Exceptional level of patience and focus to overcome challenges and achieve results.
• Highly organized, dependable.
• Technical proficiency andCanva, Adobe, Google, and Microsoft knowledge.

Approach to Work

• Passion for working with students in under-resourced schools
• Exceptional level of patience and focus to overcome challenges, and achieve results
• A passion for mission-driven school culture

Requirements

• DOE Fingerprinted
• Bilingual Spanish speakers
• Bachelor's degree with at least 1-3 years of experience working with youth in a group setting

Pay and Benefits

• $20-25/hour
• Sick and Safe Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Replications, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from historically underrepresented communities.