Educational Alliance, a 136-year-old New York institution, is a vibrant, dynamic organization serving New Yorkers from all walks of life. We serve everyone regardless of the language they speak, where they come from, or their socioeconomic status. We believe that everyone should have a chance to live a better life and that arts and culture, education, health and wellness, and social services can help lay that foundation.
The 14Y After School Program engages hands, heads, and hearts for children in K-5th grade attending schools across the East Village. After School is a neurodiverse community, and all staff members are responsible for supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical students to have a successful after school day.
We are seeking an Afterschool Support Coordinator who will oversee the 14th Street Y Afterschool Support & Inclusion Program. The Support Coordinator will provide timely and equitable accommodations for after-schoolers with higher needs and their families. This includes overseeing the Individualized Support Plans process and supporting Group Leaders and Teachers in inclusive best practices for their classroom.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-Afterschool Activities
- Communicate with caregivers to develop and update Individualized Support Plans (ISPs) for after-schoolers enrolled in the Support & Inclusion Program
- Communicate with caregivers of any after-schooler to discuss any unanticipated areas of support or how to work through challenging behaviors/ situations
- Meet with supervisor and After-School Program Manager daily to prepare for each afternoon and provide updates about after-schoolers' progress
- Participate in Group Supervision with social work interns
- Task manage responsibilities of the afternoon with social work interns
- Attend full-time Youth Programs meetings as needed
Afterschool Activities
- Ensure ISPs are being implemented appropriately and effectively by Support Staff
- Observe and check-in with Support Staff and individual after-schoolers as needed throughout the afternoon
- Support After School Group Leaders & Teachers with school pick-ups, and subbing if the usual pick-up person is out
- Ensure After School Group Leaders & Teachers are using inclusive best practices in their classrooms
- Support all staff with addressing challenging after schooler behaviors and/or group dynamics & provide on-the-grounds coaching
- Encourage elevation of any heightened after-schooler emotional or behavioral concerns; act as on-the-ground crisis management for reported concerns; report all elevated concerns to After School leadership team
- Facilitate and support staff members in holding restorative conversations and circles
- Proactively communicate with caregivers and handle elevated parent communications as needed
- Assist After School Program Manager in leading staff meetings
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Special Needs’ Education, or related field -and/or- demonstrated experience in comparable professional setting(s)
- Experience in a supervisory capacity in a childcare setting, including camp environment with disabilities and higher needs children (e.g. Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, OCD, etc.)
- Knowledge and demonstrated competencies in best practices of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Microsoft Suite; ability to learn new systems quickly
Limitations and Disclaimers
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
EEO Info
Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit https://edalliance.org
Skills Required
- Master's Degree in Social Work, Special Needs Education, or related field, or demonstrated equivalent professional experience
- Experience in a supervisory capacity in a childcare setting, including work with children with disabilities or higher needs
- Knowledge and demonstrated competencies in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion best practices
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and ability to learn new systems quickly
What We Do
Educational Alliance (EA), one of New York City’s original settlement houses, was founded in 1889 to offer educational, social, and cultural services to Jewish immigrants arriving to the Lower East Side. Today, EA is a proudly Jewish institution that partners with the diverse communities throughout Lower Manhattan. We provide New Yorkers with high-quality, transformational programs that enhance their well-being and socio-economic opportunities, reflecting our belief that everyone in our city should be given the tools to thrive. #YouBelongHere
