RAPP Community Educator (Brooklyn)

Rising Ground • Brooklyn, NY

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Rising Ground’s Relationship Abuse Prevention Program (RAPP) seeks a skilled and passionate Educator to deliver engaging, impactful programming around healthy relationships, gender-based violence, and relationship abuse. The Educator facilitates student workshops, parent workshops, and staff trainings in approximately 8 schools during the school year. The Educator co-plans and facilitates the Rising Ground summer Peer Leadership program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years demonstrated group facilitation experience
• Demonstrate experience developing and facilitating workshops
• Deep understanding of intimate partner violence and adolescent development
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Clear commitment to anti-oppressive, healing-centered approaches
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a flexible environment
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
• Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)
• Ability to travel within the community and do visits
• Flexibility for extended workshop hours

Nice To Haves

• College Degree
• College degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Education, Public Health)
• Experience working in NYC schools or community-based organizations
• Familiarity with NYC DOE programming and support systems

Responsibilities

• Facilitate interactive student workshops and peer groups focused on relationship abuse prevention, gender-based violence, and related issues
• Develop and deliver dynamic trainings for school staff, parents, and community members
• Create and revise curriculum tailored to adolescents and educational environments
• Build strong partnerships with school staff; coordinate training schedules and resources
• Provide appropriate community referrals for students seeking additional support
• Actively participate in weekly team meetings and planning sessions
• Complete administrative reports and documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Support and co-lead Summer Peer Leadership Program
• Conduct outreach to new schools and organizations for program expansion
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the RAPP Program Supervisor

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
• Remote / flexible work options (If applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED