ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc. (CPC) aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities. Today, CPC is the nation's largest Asian American social services agency and offers more than 50 programs at over 35 sites throughout New York City, including early childhood education, school-age care, youth services, workforce development, community services, and senior services. CPC strives to be the premier social service and leadership development organization. In 2017, CPC launched Advancing Our CommUNITY, its organization-wide strategy to expand services to address persistent needs and emerging trends and to improve leadership skills among staff and community members. Last year, our core programs and emergency services reached 200,000 people living in all five boroughs and all 51 city council districts. In the summer of 2022, CPC was recognized as the number one Chinese American organization in New York City to recommend to a Chinese immigrant looking for in-language and culturally competent resources according to a recent survey. This accomplishment is a testament to the incredible work and dedication of our staff. (For more information, please visit: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/)

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Department of Youth & Community Development/Comprehensive After School System (DYCD/COMPASS) contracts with the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) to provide youth after school services to school-age children ages 5-12 years old. COMPASS seeks to promote positive youth development, foster social and emotional skills, and encourage youth leadership through engaging activities that incorporate hands-on learning in safe, welcoming environments. The program operates on weekdays from 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm, with possible evenings, weekends, and school holidays.

CPC’s SACC Program operates its after-school program at the following campuses:

• PS 2 Meyer London—122 Henry Street, Rm. 109, New York, NY 10002
• PS 20Q John Bowne—142-30 Barclay Avenue, Flushing, NY 11355
• PS 124—40 Division Street, New York, NY 10002
• PS 130—143 Baxter Street, New York, NY 10013
• PS 153—1970 Homecrest Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11229
• Chrystie Street SACC—115 Chrystie Street, 1st Floor, New York, NY 10002

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the on-site Program Director, part-time Youth Workers support Group Leaders and the Program Director in the development, implementation, and evaluation of SACC aged-appropriate enrichment activities, tutoring, as well as participants supervision. Youth Workers are expected to model relationship building skills by maintaining positive relationships with children, parents, CPC staff, and school personnel.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Group Leaders in creating and implementing lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate and engaging to ensure structured activities are implemented throughout the day
• Help lead and instruct Math and English Language Arts based on Common Core Standards, and other subject areas such as science and social studies
• Provide supervision to children at all times to ensure their safety. Handle medical emergencies and address behavioral issues that may arise between children
• Document student attendance and incidents in compliance with program rules and agency policies
• Work constructively with partner and other colleagues; communicate regularly with supervisory staff
• Maintain an organized classroom and take responsibility for upkeep of educational equipment, materials and appearance of classroom
• Perform any other related duties as outlined by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have experience in working with elementary age children and knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices

Skills and Competencies:

• Self-motivated, outgoing individual with strong character, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability and desire to work with and relate to children
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Hiring for this position is subject to:

• Review of resume completeness including education, experience, and skills
• Verification of three (3) references
• Completion of employment application
• Completion of interview
• Fingerprint Clearance from the Department of Investigation
• Statewide Central Register Clearance
• Child Abuse and Maltreatment Certification (online training)
• Additional mandated trainings as required by Department of Health
  • Trainings can be done after hiring (within 2 weeks of hire)
• Recent physical (within one year), including immunization record

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• $15.00 to $16.00 per hour; 15-20 hours per week
• CPC offers eligible part-time staff mandatory benefits, including New York State sick time

COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS

CPC has been committed to two goals: 1) keeping staff and community members healthy and safe and 2) continuing to safely provide services to community members. CPC no longer mandates COVID vaccination, but vaccines and boosters are highly encouraged for all our staff and community members.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Kathy Lee, when applying online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. All documents should be submitted as one single file. The application will ask you for your preferred locations. Applicants may reach out to careers@cpc-nyc.org with any questions or further inquiries.

CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ , individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.