After-School Program Aide - MS 890

The Program Aide is responsible for assisting with the operations of a school-based after-school program. Responsibilities include assisting with administrative duties, data entry, and daily program procedures. Additional tasks will be assigned, as needed, to accomplish program goals. Computer literacy and strong organizational skills are required. Flexibility, a collaborative spirit, and can-do attitude are essential for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date attendance data and meet deadlines for data entry into database;
• Become familiar with all New York City Department of Health and funder regulations and meets all contractual obligations, specifically in enrollment and rate of participation, and assist in ensuring all requirements are met;
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders (participants, parents, school staff and administration, funders, the community, and NIA);
• Input accurate time and attendance records for all staff, help maintain current staff and student files, incident and accident reports, and other required documentation and student data;
• Perform other duties and tasks as deemed necessary by the NIA; and

• Ability to work evenings and Saturdays on a regularly scheduled basis.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma required; BA or some college credits completed in education, youth development, or a related field preferred;
• 1-2 years of prior administrative experience required; experience working in a school or an educational setting preferred;
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced environment;
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office, email correspondence, and database management is required; and
• Must take part in professional development and be available for some organization events outside of regular business hours.

Pay Rate: $18 per hour, commensurate with experience. 

How to Apply:

Please apply with a resume and cover letter. Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will not be considered. Only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.

As per COVID-Safe Requirement set forth by New York City, all staff working for the Department of Education are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.  Employment with NIA Community Services Network Inc. is contingent upon receipt of proof of vaccination status.

NIA Community Services Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. NIA Community Services Network, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.