Content Specialist

Chinese-American Planning Council • New York, NY

1d • $23 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Content Specialist supports program quality at a school-age afterschool program serving children ages 5–12. Reporting to the on-site Program Director and Site Supervisor, the role supports frontline staff with planning, delivering, and evaluating educational and enrichment activities. The specialist is expected to maintain a growth mindset and pursue professional development and continuous improvement to support staff and enhance program outcomes.

The COMPASS program promotes positive youth development, social and emotional skills, and youth leadership through hands-on learning in a safe, welcoming environment. Activities include academic support, physical exercise, and age-appropriate enrichment such as literacy and STEM. Program services may take place after school, on certain evenings, weekends, and school holidays; hours may range from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The position is temporary, based at the PS 2 School Age Center in New York, NY, and pays $23 per hour, with a minimum of 9 hours per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience providing staff coaching, training, and support in educational or youth development settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong social and emotional maturity and behavioral management skills.
• Knowledge of positive youth development principles and ability to apply DYCD’s strengths-based approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated growth mindset and eagerness to learn, adapt, and continuously enhance professional skills.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in education, social work, counseling, or a related field preferred.
• Teaching credentials and classroom teaching experience with elementary-aged youth in afterschool or educational settings are a plus.
• Administrative and supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate program activities weekly and provide onsite coaching and training to staff to improve activity planning and delivery.
• Review lesson plans to ensure activities align with learning goals and skill development, and adapt curricula to meet program objectives.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to develop and implement engaging academic, enrichment, and recreational activities focused on DYCD goals, including STEM and literacy.
• Maintain effective, positive communication with school principals, staff, afterschool personnel, and parents.
• Assist with maintaining accurate staff and participant attendance records.
• Develop and maintain participant progress reports to track learning and engagement.
• Create and use tools to evaluate the effectiveness of program activities and events.
• Maintain a regular schedule of staff observations, feedback sessions, and team meetings.
• Attend required meetings and trainings as directed by CPC and funding agencies.
• Meet regularly with the Program Director to discuss program needs, progress, and challenges.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Program Director and Site Supervisor to support program success.

Benefits

• Eligible temporary staff members receive mandatory benefits, including paid New York State sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level