Activity Specialist / Enrichment Instructor - COMPASS After-School & Summer Program

Arete Education•Bronx, NY

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arete Enrichment Instructor will lead engaging and safe learning activities for Arete Education in an Elementary school afterschool Program. We expect excellent performance in the areas listed below. Areté Education is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving 1,500 students and families annually in the Bronx, Washington Heights, and Bed-Stuy. Through afterschool, summer, and career-connected programs, Areté delivers 5,000+ program hours per year with a 97% graduation rate and 76% post-secondary enrollment.

Requirements

5+ years experience working with youth
Curriculum and lesson plan writing experience
Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment and Foundations in Health and Safety online trainings required (8-hours) to begin
Department of Education PETS background clearance
College diploma, masters preferred
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one’s tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to support program activities

Nice To Haves

Prior internship or work experience working with Arete Education preferred

Responsibilities

Regular attendance for assigned weekly shifts during program
Timely arrival to work
Completion and regular revisions to curriculum map
Daily planning of engaging, high-impact learning activities
A commitment to excellence in your work with students as demonstrated by your positive and caring presence with students and families
Collaboration with colleagues and supervisors
Best practices related to keeping accurate attendance of students
Participation in all professional learning opportunities provided
Willingness to reflect on strengths and areas for growth to improve individual and team performance
Accountability for student engagement in your course(s)/club(s)
Friendly and open communication with families
Regular communication with supervisors and Areté headquarters staff (email, phone)
Flexibility in weekly scheduling to best support needs of students and families in program