Education Specialist - Jamaica

EDUCATION SPECIALIST

We are excited to invite a passionate and experienced Education Specialist to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for an experienced Education Specialist for our Families w/ Children facility in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. As the Education Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in our organization in supporting the quality of an afterschool program that promotes academic achievement while also providing a fun and safe space for New York City’s most vulnerable kids. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC.

Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create recreational and academic curriculum/lesson plans that supports NYC DOE school-day curriculum 
• Promote positive impactful learning with program participants.
• Infuse STEM based learning in lesson plans and ensure all structured activities have clearly defined outcomes (measurable skill gains and/or learning goals for participants).
• Develop and maintain partnerships with parents, school administrators and personnel.
• Responsible for recruiting program participants within Family Residence and Community
• Monitor/track daily attendance and create attendance initiatives as needed 
• Lead activities with program participants virtually and in-person. 
• Nurture a fun/ safe environment within classroom. 
• Participate in staff meetings, conferences, and trainings 
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by Afterschool Director 
• Will be responsible for supporting the compliance and operations of the program

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in lesson planning, curriculum development and implementation of structured programming. 
• Has worked in an afterschool / recreational setting for at least two years.  
• Kind, creative, flexible, and caring personality that works well with children and as part of the afterschool program staff team.   
• Sensitivity and awareness while working youth experiencing temporary housing.   
• Must be willing to undergo a multi-stage background investigation which includes employment history and criminal background check.    
• Bilingual in English/Spanish, preferred 

COMPENSATION/EEO: 

In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employee-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays.

Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.

SALARY:

$40,470