New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic Summer Camp Literacy Specialists. Multiple Openings across 5 Boroughs!
Who we are:
New York Edge is a non-profit organization and one of the largest providers of school-based afterschool programs in New York City and the metropolitan region serving over 25,000 elementary, middle, and high school students each year. The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among students in underinvested communities by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life.
What is A Literacy Specialist:
New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the seasonal role of Summer Day Camp Literacy Instructor. In this role, you will be critical to the successful operation of the Summer Day Camp program. Specialists are responsible for leading Summer activities for children and teens at New York Edge program sites.
What will you do:
Build strong relationships with and among students
Teach or co-lead daily activities
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students
Knowledge of state and National Literacy efforts
Other Duties as assigned by supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Must be 18 years old
Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of current educational trends in Literacy curriculum and experience successfully teaching and instructing youth.
Schedule:
Part-Time Seasonal (July 1st – August 14th)
Weekly Scheduled Hours from 15-29 hrs weekly. (**No Summer Camp on July 3**)
Elementary school: Monday- Friday 12pm-6pm
Middle school: Monday-Thursday 12pm-6pm, Fridays 8am-6pm (until August 7th)
Pay: $20-25/hour (based on experience and credentials)
To apply, please visit our website at https://newyorkedge.org/careers/
New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and the Department of Health.
At New York Edge, we are committed to delivering exceptional professional development for our staff. All summer activity specialists are required to complete a mandatory 3-hour curriculum and instruction training before the start of summer camp. This training will be offered on June 23rd, 24th, or 25th; please note that these dates are subject to change
New York Edge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Broad knowledge of current educational trends in Literacy curriculum
- Experience successfully teaching and instructing youth
What We Do
New York Edge believes that every student deserves opportunities to find a passion, develop skills, become a leader, and have a healthy and safe environment beyond school hours. Our after school and summer programs reach thousands of students annually in more than 100 schools across all five boroughs and Long Island, with activities that are welcoming, enriching, and fun.
