Youth Engagement Specialist - FDA
About The Position
Global Kids, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and innovative Youth Engagement Specialist to work full time at Frederick Douglass Academy (FDA) – Harlem High School. The position supports attendance improvement, youth development, family engagement, and school partnerships while helping create positive experiences for high school students in a public-school setting. The role includes coordinating and facilitating global education enrichment activities, supporting student progress through data collection and analysis, and working with students, families, school personnel, and community partners. Responsibilities may be adjusted based on organizational needs and priorities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience working with high school youth.
- Understanding of and willingness to learn about a wide range of NYC social service resources for youth and families.
- Experience working in or with NYC public schools and a strong understanding of the NYC Community Schools Initiative and its goals.
- Experience using interactive learning strategies, counseling and conflict resolution skills, and youth development and leadership strategies with high school-age youth.
- Commitment to and understanding of working in culturally diverse settings and using antiracist pedagogical practices.
- Good facilitation, consensus-building, and interpersonal skills; creativity; willingness to learn; and ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
- Strong communication, writing, administrative, organizational, and technology skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts is preferred.
- Fluency in other languages, particularly Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Support partner school attendance improvement strategies by attending school attendance meetings, developing metrics for analysis and communication, monitoring attendance outcomes, and analyzing attendance challenges through a strength-based and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lens.
- Support and promote a positive school climate emphasizing safety, community, and positivity.
- Collect, input, and review attendance, evaluation, and other project and student progress data.
- Work with staff and students to implement annual Global Kids special projects.
- Communicate regularly with students, families, teachers, and community partners about events, programs, and services.
- Support ongoing assessment of the school community’s assets and needs.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents, community members, school personnel, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate, develop, and co-facilitate interactive, experiential workshops and activities for Global Kids’ global education academic enrichment programs.
- Collaborate with Global Kids staff and youth to develop program ideas focused on global and local issues and contracted initiative goals.
- Develop relevant content and curriculum on global issues and 21st-century skills while supporting social and emotional learning.
- Occasionally participate in overnight and long-distance travel, including youth retreats and college trips.
Benefits
- Medical insurance through Anthem Blue Cross, dental insurance through Guardian, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution opportunities.
- Paid time off, including 12 vacation days in the first year, 3 personal days, and 8 sick days.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
