21st Century Youth Development Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Project Director, the After School Program Counselors will work 3pm-6/6:30pm, Monday through Friday at the YMCA 21st CCLC Moonachie site and will ensure the successful delivery of the after school program. Working closely with the Program Director and Site Director, she/he will work collaboratively with the school staff team and volunteers to implement an appropriate daily schedule that advances the program goals.

The 21st Century Community Learning Center After School & Summer Program at Robert L. Craig School (grades 3-8) offers intensive academic STEAM opportunities that emphasize a joy of learning, cooperation and focused effort. These programs build on school day experiences and support students’ growth as scholars, athletes and citizens while improving academic achievement and enhancing social development. Family engagement and adult education are also central to all 21st Century programming, as our efforts as educators are enhanced by well-informed parents and guardians.

These 21st Century programs are results-oriented. All programming is focused on improving students’ academic knowledge, skills and testing performance, social skills (e.g. leadership, cooperation) and community connections by making learning relevant to current and future opportunities. 21st Century programs strive to increase family involvement in the educational process through special events and adult education. All programs rely on a multitude of staff, including qualified out of school educators, school teachers, faculty, college students, community volunteers all who may serve as tutors, mentors and specialty course leaders.