Education Specialist

Company: Children's Aid Society
Location: New York
Posted on: May 10, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionHourly Rate: $25- $30 per hour
Position SummaryThe Education Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the successful implementation of the out-of-school time curricula. They will provide facilitators with continuous support and guidance,addressing any challenges that arise and offering strategies to enhance the learning experience. Bymaintaining regular communication and providing resources, the Education Specialist will helpfacilitators deliver high-quality educational programs that meet the diverse needs of students.Essential Duties*Understand and promote the organization's Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.*Facilitate regular curriculum meetings with academic specialists/facilitators, who model best practices and allow group members to reflect on their experience and problem-solve.*Conduct regular observations ofFacilitators at work in their classrooms and provide feedback to improve and strengthen instruction.*Review young people's work on an ongoing basis to assess the engagement level and determinelearning needs.*Act as a liaison between regular school day, out-of-school time programs, and teachers to ensure program quality.*Communicate regularly with the Program Director regarding curricula implementation issues, particularly concerning group leaders' materials/supplies needs.*Perform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:*3-5 years of experience providing direct instruction to young people. *Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education or a related subject areaKey Competencies:*Experience in instructing lesson plans within traditional school settings or out-of-school time programs.*Excellent verbal communication skills.*Excellent organizational skills.*Effectively engage with families and communities effectively.Qualifications
BehaviorsLeader - Inspires teammates to follow themDedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
MotivationsSelf-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Experience3 - 5 years: Experience providing direct instruction to young people (required)
Skills

• Initiative (required)
• Interpersonal / Communication Skills (required)
• Critical Thinking (required)
• Empathy (required)
• Bilingual (English + Spanish) (preferred)
  
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