Youth Educator, School Year

East Side House Settlement•Bronx, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

East Side House (ESH), founded in 1891, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching lives and strengthening communities in the South Bronx. ESH offers youth education and technology programs focused on developing skills for self-sufficiency and long-term success, recognizing education as a pathway to empowerment. The organization also provides wraparound services for families and seniors, including food distribution, wellness programs, and community outreach. The Mitchel Community Center COMPASS Afterschool Program, funded by the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), offers high-quality after-school programming designed to support the academic, social-emotional, and physical development of elementary school youth. The program features engaging, hands-on activities in areas such as STEM, Arts & Crafts, Leadership Development, Literacy, Physical Fitness & Recreation, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Team Building, Academic Support, and Family Engagement. We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and creative Youth Educators who are passionate about positively impacting young people's lives.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with youth in urban communities
Passion for youth development and education
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Ability to lead activities in one or more enrichment areas, including: STEM, Arts, Leadership, Literacy, Recreation, Media
Ability to effectively supervise and motivate groups of children
Dependability, flexibility, and willingness to receive feedback
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Some college credits completed required (Associate or Bachelor’s degree in progress preferred)
Culturally competent and committed to creating inclusive spaces
Ability to motivate youth and maintain a professional demeanor
Adaptable, open to feedback, and able to shift as needed

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Plan and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate enrichment activities aligned with DYCD and East Side House Settlement program goals.
Foster a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.
Build positive relationships with youth, families, colleagues, school staff, and community partners.
Supervise participants at all times to ensure their safety, well-being, and active engagement.
Promote positive youth development through mentorship, encouragement, and relationship-building.
Collaborate with program staff to implement high-quality programming and daily activities.
Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming classrooms and activity spaces.
Prepare, organize, and manage program materials, equipment, and supplies.
Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including: Daily attendance, Incident reports, Behavior documentation, Activity reports.
Assist with student enrollment, administrative tasks, and daily program operations.
Support family engagement events, field trips, special events, and community activities.
Attend and actively participate in all required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions.
Uphold all East Side House Settlement, DYCD, DOE (when applicable), and program policies and procedures.
Represent East Side House Settlement and the DYCD COMPASS Program professionally through positive communication, appropriate conduct, and ethical decision-making at all times.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director or East Side House Settlement leadership.