Facilitator

Children's Aid Job Listing•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

A Facilitator is a youth leader who teaches by example and creates a safe, engaging environment for middle school students. This role requires a genuine passion for working with youth, a commitment to positive youth development, and the ability to model behaviors that support growth. Facilitators plan and lead fun, structured activities while building meaningful relationships with participants. In some cases, they also collaborate and guide an Assistant to help manage daily group responsibilities. We do this by implementing the agency’s mission, goals, and objectives. We aim to cultivate a strong foundation for success in all of our participants and the community through innovative and effective social-emotional, academic, family, and health and wellness services. The incumbent will understand and promote the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with the functions of the position. Children’s Aid Mission To help children in poverty to succeed and thrive. We do this by providing comprehensive support to children and their families in targeted high-needs New York City neighborhoods. Children’s Aid annually serves children and their families at over 40 sites in New York, as well as through three national program models. Children’s Aid is concentrating its efforts on creating cradle-through-college pathways in high-need neighborhoods, with a focus on children’s health, family stability, education, and social and emotional development. Culture and Values We put children, youth, and families first: We listen to and incorporate the voices of children, youth and families in all that we do. We seek equity and transformation in our communities : We courageously work within and outside systems to create opportunities for children, youth and families. We strive for excellence : We hold ourselves to the highest standards and are committed to continuous learning and improvement. We are powered by collaboration : Our work is stronger when we trust, partner, and respect each other and the communities we serve. We are driven by compassion: We lead with kindness, care, and empathy and believe in the endless potential of the people we serve and our team.

Requirements

Actively pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree.
Demonstrated ability to motivate, stimulate and challenge students to commit, participate, and remain engaged throughout program.
Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, a positive attitude, and the ability to motivate and encourage youth.
Youth Engagement – Builds positive, respectful relationships with middle school participants.
Group Management – Maintains structure and a safe, inclusive environment.
Creativity & Initiative – Brings energy, adapts activities, and solves problems on the spot.
Teamwork & Communication – Collaborates well and communicates clearly with staff and families.
Professionalism – Dependable, punctual, and model positive behavior.
Cultural Awareness – Embraces diversity and inclusive practices.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience working with children in educational, recreational, or mentoring settings is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and care for up to 15 middle school participants in a group or club setting.
Develop and deliver lesson plans in a timely manner; lead structured games, enrichment activities, and group discussions.
Teach by modelling skills, attitudes, and values aligned with the mission and goals of the program.
Provide academic support during Learning Zone, including individual and group tutoring in reading, writing, math, and study skills.
Lead and facilitate project-based learning activities that promote creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Collaborate with the Program Director and/or Education Coordinator to align lesson planning and implementation with program and agency goals.
Implement literacy-based curriculum provided by the agency with fidelity.
Contribute to the planning and execution of special projects, events, or field trips, both during and outside of regular program hours.
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, trainings, and team-building activities.
Support the overall operation of the program, including supervising participants during supper and transitions, maintaining classroom materials, and ensuring shared spaces such as classrooms, cafeteria, gym, and other common areas are clean, organized, and left as they were originally found or better.
Build strong, respectful relationships with students and their families to foster a welcoming, community-centered environment.
Must be available from September through June for the after-school enrichment program.
Perform other duties as assigned.