I.S. 392 - Content Specialist

The Child Center of NY • New York, NY

2d • $40 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Content Specialist is responsible for providing guidance and assistance in several facets of the creation of curriculum; including resource acquisition, coaching, and instructional support. The role involves overseeing staff implementation of Project-Based Learning (PBL) by ensuring lesson plans are submitted on time and align with program goals. It also includes providing constructive feedback to strengthen lesson quality and promote engaging, hands-on learning experiences for participants, as well as conducting regular observations to assess PBL facilitation, ensure fidelity to the model, and support staff in improving instructional practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Youth Development, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
• Strong experience with curriculum planning for young people (middle school).
• Knowledge of youth development principles and theories.
• Knowledge of Common Core Standards.
• Experience coaching and training with strong leadership, conflict resolution and diplomacy skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.
• Maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health & safety procedures.
• Safe and successful performance, including meeting productivity standards.
• Maintain an understanding of the principles, methods and processes needed to perform the job.
• Attends staff meetings, seminars and in-service training as assigned.
• Demonstrates the ability to complete work in an acceptable manner by the time and/or date established with accuracy, neatness and thoroughness and minimal amount of errors.
• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures including maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to all HIPAA guidelines at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Education, Youth Development, or related field

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance in development of curriculum.
• Assists in identifying and acquiring lesson resources.
• Observes and coaches Group Leaders and Activity Specialists in establishing best practices for facilitation and lesson plan development.
• Collaborates with Program Director and school administration to identify appropriate themes and objectives for educational content.
• Aids staff in planning, writing and implementing high-quality, content-rich lessons.
• Supports in professional development of staff to ensure program quality.
• Oversees staff implementation of Project-Based Learning (PBL) by ensuring lesson plans are submitted on time and align with program goals.
• Provides constructive feedback to strengthen lesson quality and promote engaging, hands-on learning experiences for participants.
• Conducts regular observations to assess PBL facilitation, ensure fidelity to the model, and support staff in improving instructional practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level