Student and Family Support Specialist - Calcium, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Student and Family Support Specialist serves Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County’s 4-H Afterschool Program, which provides youth development opportunities for students in grades K–12. The specialist is assigned to one or more designated school districts and helps build connections among students, families, schools, the afterschool program, and the local community. Working with the 4-H Afterschool Program Manager, Site Supervisors, educators, and school district staff, the specialist identifies and supports student and family needs, develops family engagement events and activities, offers parent education opportunities, and uses Cornell University research and program resources to support program objectives. The position delivers established educational programming and provides individualized assistance to students with special needs or who require additional support. It helps students participate in activities, maintain focus, and develop academically and socially in a safe, supportive environment. The specialist also supports program coordination, administration, evaluation, outreach, communication, licensing compliance, and professional development. This is a part-time, non-exempt position scheduled for 30 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $20.55. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility, including health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick, and personal leave. Flexible hours may include evenings and/or weekends. Applicants must apply online by close of day on September 4, 2026, and submit a cover letter, resume, and three references.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent education; equivalent education may consist of a GED/high school diploma and one year of transferable program or functional experience.
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Valid New York State driver’s license and ability to meet travel requirements associated with the position.
Ability to meet School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements, including tuberculosis testing, physical examination, and training requirements.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter appropriate to the area of programming.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate and develop meaningful relationships with parents, community members, organizations, and students.
Demonstrated ability to connect new programming to existing programs and initiatives and working knowledge of academics and curriculum to connect programming to student learning environments.
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member working with volunteers and staff.
Demonstrated ability to organize reference materials for programming purposes.
Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual means.
Demonstrated ability to use computer technologies for educational and communication purposes.

Responsibilities

Deliver educational programming as defined in the grant application and established program plans.
Implement family engagement and literacy events, activities, and tasks in collaboration with school personnel and community organizations.
Deliver established 4-H Youth Development programming and activities in support of family engagement strategies.
Provide ongoing family engagement activities and use phone calls, events, written communication, workshops, and other methods to support parents and caregivers in supporting student learning.
Use established program resources and materials to provide information and resources to youth and families.
Provide individualized assistance to students with special needs or who require additional support; facilitate their access to activities and support their focus and academic and social-emotional development.
Work with program and district staff, including school-day teachers and the CSE chair, to identify resources supporting student success.
Help ensure program delivery aligns with statewide and Association Plans of Work, and serve as a subject-matter resource in 4-H Youth Development and family engagement.
Cooperate with the CCE Association, Youth and Family Program area, and school district to achieve program goals; help create a welcoming school environment for families and maintain a school presence to facilitate communication.
Represent the program on appropriate teams, such as the 4-H Afterschool Advisory Committee.
Provide low-complexity administrative management of established educational program goals; resolve program problems and conflicts using appropriate policies and procedures.
Guide volunteers and staff using established practices and procedures, recommend program needs and supplies, and assist with health, safety, and licensing standards.
Coordinate program projects, outreach, schedules, activities, and existing program resources and materials under the direction of the 4-H Afterschool Program Manager.
Assist with program evaluation by collecting evaluation and needs-assessment data from participants.
Draft standard and non-standard communications, coordinate ordering and inventory of supplies, assist with marketing and brochure development and distribution, and provide administrative support for identified fund-development activities.
Promote programming through print, news, social, school, and multimedia channels; contribute program news and information for participants, parents, and volunteers.
Communicate effectively with school district staff, parents, program staff, agencies, organizations, and businesses, and maintain relevant professional relationships.
Participate in required SACC and OCFS training and jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan with the supervisor and/or Executive Director.
Support a safe working environment, follow applicable health and safety requirements, prevent accidents and injuries, and communicate hazards to supervisors.
Attend staff meetings, report expenses promptly, work with other staff, market Extension programs, and perform other duties as assigned.