Youth Education and Partnerships Supervisor

International Rescue Committee•New York, NY

About The Position

The Youth Education and Partnerships Supervisor coordinates the planning, implementation, and reporting of 2–4 educational programs for newcomer youth, including programs such as World Explorers, Youth ESOL, Mini-NYSA, and tutoring. The role works closely with other supervisors and the Youth Education Manager to apply effective approaches for teaching and tutoring English Language Learners and students with interrupted education, incorporate social-emotional learning, and meet department goals through collaboration with school staff, caregivers, and youth. The supervisor manages Youth Education staff and program operations, oversees recruitment and evaluation, supports caregiver engagement, and ensures that programming complies with IRC policies, including child safeguarding. The role also serves as a school leader for the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy, overseeing staff and volunteer recruitment, training, curriculum development, teacher coaching, student assessment, and community events. The position provides technical assistance and workshops to IRC programs, schools, and community organizations, and stewards existing and new partnerships that support Youth Education Department goals. The position is based in a standard office environment, with the potential for limited remote work. Occasional weekend and evening work is required, and Saturday availability is needed as necessary to oversee youth programs. Compensation is listed at $72,700 per year. Candidates must already have work authorization in the location where the position is advertised.

Requirements

Master’s degree in education or a related field.
At least 2 years of professional experience working with children and youth, specifically in educational and social program settings.
Availability on Saturdays as needed to oversee youth programs.
Demonstrated success planning and delivering creative, engaging curricula for beginner- to intermediate-level English Language Learners.
Demonstrated ability to promote an organizational culture reflecting IRC’s values of service, accountability, integrity, and equality, and to lead through collaboration among people with varied cultures, skills, and perspectives.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Fluency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel.
Organized, responsible, and flexible, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a diverse, fast-paced work environment and remain composed under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Teaching certification and experience in the New York City public school system.
Experience as a Head of Teaching, Instructional Coach, or School Leader.
Training in Responsive Classrooms and/or Restorative Justice.
Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations.
Cultural competency training experience.
Fluency in a second language, such as Spanish, Dari, Pashto, Arabic, French, or Haitian Creole.

Responsibilities

Oversee 2–4 youth programs, including but not limited to World Explorers, Youth ESOL, and other programs as needed.
Develop logical frameworks and program designs aligned with the IRC Outcomes and Evidence Framework, in consultation with the Monitoring and Evaluation specialist.
Oversee recruitment of staff, interns, and volunteers needed for programs.
Manage 2–3 Youth Education Coordinators and Specialists responsible for program implementation.
Ensure programming follows IRC policies and procedures, particularly child safeguarding requirements.
Design and implement opportunities for parent and caregiver engagement.
Oversee program planning, including space allocation and field trips.
Manage participant recruitment, retention, attendance, and family engagement.
Oversee monitoring and evaluation for all programs.
Manage program files and databases, including enrollment, attendance, and outcomes monitoring, and maintain complete and accurate records in accordance with IRC and funder policies.
Implement programs in accordance with the IRC Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.
Serve as a school leader for the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy, overseeing planning, staff and volunteer recruitment, hiring, and training.
Supervise program Academic Lead Teachers, Classroom Culture Lead Teachers, the SEL Teacher, and the Physical Education Teacher.
Oversee teachers in developing a six-week culturally responsive, age-appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, and assessment tools using student-centered teaching methods for English Language Learners.
Ensure effective implementation of IRC’s Multi-Tiered System of Support.
Design progress report and report card templates and coordinate related data collection and dissemination systems.
Plan and coordinate caregiver and teacher conferences.
Conduct teacher observations and coaching using the IRC Framework for Effective Teaching.
Co-lead and plan weekly community events and student award ceremonies with other Deans.
Provide technical assistance to internal IRC programs, including mini academies and School Success Coaching, and to external subgrantee organizations.
Deliver workshops to NYC schools and other community-based organizations on supporting refugee and immigrant students.
Coordinate with community-based organizations as needed for program implementation, in consultation with the Youth Education Manager.
Maintain existing partnerships and seek new partnerships aligned with Youth Education Department goals.
Prepare internal and external reports for supervised programs.
Ensure program data is consistently collected and entered into relevant databases.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

10 paid sick leave days.
10 U.S. holidays.
20–25 days of paid time off, based on role and tenure.
Medical insurance, with listed premiums starting at $163 per month.
Dental insurance, with listed premiums starting at $6.50 per month.
Vision insurance, with listed premiums starting at $5 per month.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting.
403(b) retirement savings plan with immediate-vesting employer match.
Non-elective employer retirement contribution based on age and years of service, with three-year vesting.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.