Youth Program Specialist, VRISE

International Rescue Committee • Seattle, WA

4d • $27 - $29 • Hybrid

About The Position

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. Job Overview The vision of the IRC Seattle Youth and Education Program is that youth from refugee and immigrant backgrounds have the skills and resources necessary to pursue a future of opportunity. The program advances this vision by providing educational and enrichment opportunities that support school-aged youth in recovering missed learning, adjusting to new school environments, developing English language proficiency, and building positive community connections. The Youth Program Specialist will support virtual spring and summer programming by delivering 2–4 virtual classes per week and providing essential administrative and program support. Core responsibilities include enrolling students, sending program reminders, ensuring students have required materials, contributing to program reporting, and performing other duties as assigned. The specialist will work closely with the Senior VRISE Program Coordinator to ensure high-quality virtual learning experiences for newcomer elementary-aged youth.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent; BA in Education, Teaching, Child/Youth Development or other relevant field or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1+ years’ experience working with elementary-age students; classroom teaching experience or experience in tutoring or academic enrichment programs desired (i.e. summer or day camps, youth groups, after school programs, sports/recreation programs, or clubs).
• Experience working with multilingual students and families.
• Written and spoken proficiency in English, and professional proficiency in Dari and Pashto.
• Cross-cultural experience: connection and experience working with communities from refugee and/or immigrant backgrounds.
• Experience and proficiency utilizing online platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint.)
• Committed to anti-racism and ongoing learning and growth in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing program and student needs.
• Team player willing to provide support to other staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Support IRC’s Youth Program Coordinator in the planning, preparation, and facilitation of the afterschool VRISE and VSRISE programs.
• Support the planning and lead large and small group activities and lessons in English literacy, grammar, art, and social-emotional learning.
• With support from the Youth Program Coordinator, develop assessment methods to collect robust data and evidence of program effectiveness. Lead implementation of assessments with virtual elementary programs.
• Facilitate program outreach and enrollment by calling or meeting with families at school buildings or events to explain IRC’s Youth and Education Programs, answer questions, and assist families in completing program enrollment forms and providing eligibility documentation.
• Maintain regular communication with teachers and parents about program activities and projects, such as email newsletters with a brief description and highlights of activities completed in program. Work with teachers and/or parents if students have specific learning needs.
• Provide academic support and guidance for newcomer students at partnering schools during the school day by either leading small pull-out groups, or by providing push-in support during large group classroom instruction.
• Create safe and healing learning spaces and build supportive relationships with newcomer students utilizing a trauma-informed approach to support students’ academic success and social-emotional development.
• Lead ETO data entry and data analysis for elementary virtual reading programming
• Provide training and supervision to interns and volunteers, as appropriate
• Participate in program meetings, staff development activities, and fully engage as a member of the IRC team.
• Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols of the agency.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees