Educational School-Based Content Specialist

Job Title:

Educational School-Based Content Specialist

Schedule:

Approx. 9 to 18 hours per week / IN PERSON - STATEN ISLAND, NYJob Type: Part Time Department: COMPASS/ SONYCFLSA Status/

Pay Type:

Non-Exempt/ Hourly

Reports To:

Program Director, Director of School-Based Programs & Director of Operations Pay Range: $41 per hour(
* based on city, state and/ or federal contractual obligations and budgetary allowances)
ABOUT UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED:

Staten Island, NY;
United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency that provides a wide range of services that is inclusive from job placement, youth development programs and community outreach services to inspire, transform, and empower individuals of all ages. UAU is responsive to the needs of diverse populations and implements programs that support positive outcomes for individuals and communities. The comprehensive nature of UAU's programming options and the emphasis on holistic services for individuals and families make UAU an outstanding resource and a pillar of support for communities.

UAU is dedicated to the engagement, education, and empowerment of individuals and strives to transform individuals and communities to create a better future. EOE

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Content Specialist responsible for the development, selection and implementation of curriculum development of activities appropriate for the participants physical, social-emotional and academic growth. The Content Specialist will report directly to the Program Director and Director of School-Based Programs. Assist in training Instructors and other pertinent staff on curriculum presentation requirements, objectives, expectations, and desired outcomes. Employees are responsible for complying with all UAU standards.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

Create, implement, design and evaluate educational curriculum enrichment lesson plans based on after school programmatic needs as defined within the DYCD approved work scope.

Prepare lesson plans varying from remediation instruction to tutoring.

Develop and train staff on DYCD frameworks and education principles, classroom management, differentiation of learning, etc.

Maintain records of achievement as directed by the Program Director.

Work closely with the Program Director to coordinate curriculum needs, lesson planning, identifying training needs and any additional applicable programmatic needs.

Formulate pre and post assessments relative to the approved educational curriculum.

Supervise any academic interventions.

Demonstrate positive leadership and act as a positive role model to participants and staff members.

Abide by all compliance and safety protocols as outlined by the NYC Department of Health, NYC Department of Education, OCFS, DYCD and UAU.Participate in ongoing professional development

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or related field

Required – Minimum 1 year of experience working with less than 13 years of age children in a classroom setting Required
- Minimum 1 year of experience teaching, training, coaching or facilitating teaching Required
- Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in childcare program

Must be culturally competent - ability to understand, be sensitive to the needs of, communicate with and effectively interact with people across cultures

Must pass reference and background checks

Ability to conduct and complete work independently

Excels working in a collaborative environment to achieve target objects and outcomes

Strong verbal and written communication, organizational and problem-solving skills

Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Will…