Youth Development Worker (Summer Program)

Community Charter School of Paterson•Paterson, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Charter School of Paterson is seeking Youth Development Workers to join the 2026 Summer Program. The program runs from July 1, 2026, to July 30, 2026, with scheduled hours from Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. This role is part-time and offers an hourly salary range of $18.00 - $18.00.

Requirements

1 Year of Experience in Youth Development
Very strong computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Outlook.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families and school partners including school administration and staff.
Ability to work well with a team and independently.
Have a passion for helping all children achieve their highest aspirations.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree preferred.
Spanish speaking preferred.
Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a “roll-up-my-sleeves” attitude.
Strong belief in an “achievement” mission and educational model.
Research and stay up to date on best practices in community schools and afterschool programs.
Understanding and experience of education in an urban setting.

Responsibilities

Create outstanding academic achievement and student character development.
Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students.
Motivate students to realize high academic and behavioral standards.
Utilize data from CCSP’s student assessments to drive instruction and intervention.
Exemplify CCSP’s core values in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
Support all special education-related services including Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) during the program.
Collaborate with Site Leaders and the program team to improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills.
Attend all professional development, team planning, and data analysis meetings.
Participate enthusiastically in structured and informal learning and development opportunities.
Assist Lead in classroom management while implementing specialized activities.
Support program administrative requirements including student attendance, surveys, forms, and lesson plans.
Other duties as assigned.