Program Aide @ MS 936

Center For Family Life in Sunset Park•Brooklyn, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Aide assists with data entry, attendance tracking, and other administrative tasks for the MS 936 school-based program. The role also supports participant enrollment, attendance follow-up, reception duties, after-school activities, and special events. The position is part-time, 18 hours per week, and works primarily in a school setting in a shared office space. It involves daily interaction with children and communication with teenagers, parents, school personnel, coworkers, supervisors, and outside agency staff. The hourly rate is $21. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background check and medical clearance after a conditional offer is made and accepted.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 18 years old.
Bilingual in English and Mandarin, Cantonese, or Spanish.
Good verbal and writing skills.
Highly organized and able to manage time efficiently.
Proficient with word processing tools and spreadsheets, including MS Office Word and Excel.
Successful completion of a background check and medical clearance after a conditional offer is made and accepted.
Able to maintain a high energy level.
Able to be flexible and collaborative with program partners.

Nice To Haves

Some experience working in a school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Office Manager with enrolling participants at the site.
Make absentee follow-up calls.
Support the Office Manager with daily attendance entry.
Perform receptionist tasks, including filing, copying, and answering the phone.
Assist with setup and cleanup of after-school materials and meals.
Deliver materials to classrooms as needed.
Support the planning and execution of special events.
Build and maintain appropriate interactions with participants, coworkers, and supervisors.
Communicate effectively with teenagers, parents, and outside agency staff.
Maintain contact as needed with participants’ families, school personnel, and external community groups.
Collaborate flexibly with partners such as NYCPS, the PTA, and other CFL departments working in the building.