Youth Educator, School Year

Position Description

Title
Youth Educator, Mitchel Community Center - School Year 2026–2027

FLSA Classification
Non-Exempt, Part- Time, Seasonal

Salary
$20 per hour

Reports To
Program Director

Location
210 Alexander Ave, Bronx, NY 10454

Program
Mitchel Community Center (DYCD-Funded COMPASS Program)

Organization Overview
East Side House (ESH), founded in 1891, has served the South Bronx since 1963. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, ESH is committed to enriching lives and strengthening communities. Recognizing that education is the pathway to economic and personal empowerment, ESH offers youth education and technology programs that help participants develop the skills necessary to achieve self-sufficiency and long-term success.

Beyond education, ESH supports families and seniors through wraparound services, including food distribution, wellness programs, and community outreach.

Program Overview

The Mitchel Community Center COMPASS Afterschool Program, funded by the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), provides high-quality after-school programming that supports the academic, social-emotional, and physical development of elementary school youth.

Students participate in engaging, hands-on activities including:

• STEM Education
• Arts & Crafts
• Leadership Development
• Literacy
• Physical Fitness & Recreation
• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Team Building
• Academic Support
• Family Engagement Activities

We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and creative Youth Educators who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people.

Position Summary

Youth Educators are responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where youth can thrive. Staff members plan and facilitate enrichment activities, supervise participants, build positive relationships with families, and support the daily operations of the COMPASS program while maintaining compliance with DYCD and East Side House expectations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Youth Educators will:

• Plan and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate enrichment activities aligned with DYCD and East Side House Settlement program goals.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.
• Build positive relationships with youth, families, colleagues, school staff, and community partners.
• Supervise participants at all times to ensure their safety, well-being, and active engagement.
• Promote positive youth development through mentorship, encouragement, and relationship-building.
• Collaborate with program staff to implement high-quality programming and daily activities.
• Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming classrooms and activity spaces.
• Prepare, organize, and manage program materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including:
  • Daily attendance
  • Incident reports
  • Behavior documentation
  • Activity reports
• Assist with student enrollment, administrative tasks, and daily program operations.
• Support family engagement events, field trips, special events, and community activities.
• Attend and actively participate in all required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions.
• Uphold all East Side House Settlement, DYCD, DOE (when applicable), and program policies and procedures.
• Represent East Side House Settlement and the DYCD COMPASS Program professionally through positive communication, appropriate conduct, and ethical decision-making at all times.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director or East Side House Settlement leadership. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on program, agency, or contractual needs.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with youth in urban communities
• Passion for youth development and education
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to lead activities in one or more enrichment areas, including:
• • STEM
  • Arts
  • Leadership
  • Literacy
  • Recreation
  • Media

• Ability to effectively supervise and motivate groups of children
• Dependability, flexibility, and willingness to receive feedback
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Core Competencies

Successful candidates demonstrate:

• Effective Communication
• Youth Engagement
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Leadership
• Creative Problem Solving
• Organization & Time Management
• Professionalism & Integrity
• Adaptability

Schedule

• Seasonal Part-Time Position
• Up to 20 hours per week
• Hours based on program needs
• Occasional evening, weekend, and professional development hours may be required

Required Clearances

Before employment, candidates must complete:

• Department of Health Fingerprinting
• State Central Registry (SCR) Clearance (Applicant Fee: $25)
• Staff Exclusion List (SEL) Clearance
• Department of Health Medical Clearance
• Health Statement
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination (if required by agency policy)

Required Online Trainings

Candidates must complete the following trainings:

Mandated Reporter Training (Approximately 2 Hours)

https://www.hslcnys.org/hslc/

Foundations in Health & Safety (Approximately 5 Hours)

https://www.ecetp.pdp.albany.edu

Work Environment

This position is performed in a school and community center setting and requires:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Speaking clearly with groups of children
• Light lifting of program materials and supplies
• Active participation in recreational and enrichment activities
• Daily engagement and supervision of youth

Travel Requirements

Local travel may be required for:

• Educational field trips
• Community events
• Program-sponsored activities

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply online at:

https://www.eastsidehouse.org/careers/

Serious applicants only. We are looking for dependable, creative, energetic professionals who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

Equal Employment Opportunity

East Side House Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum: High School Diploma or GED

• Some college credits completed required (Associate or Bachelor’s degree in progress preferred)

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with youth in urban communities

• Passion for youth empowerment, education, and creative programming

• Effective communicator with strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to engage and lead activities in one or more specialty areas (e.g., visual/performing arts, sports, media, STEM, leadership)

• Culturally competent and committed to creating inclusive spaces

• Ability to motivate youth and maintain a professional demeanor

• Adaptable, open to feedback, and able to shift as needed

• Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply

Competency

• Communication Proficiency

• Youth Engagement & Motivation

• Team Collaboration

• Creative Problem Solving

• Time Management

• Integrity & Professional Conduct

Schedule & Hours

• Part-time, seasonal position

• Up to 20 hours per week (hours vary based on program needs)

• Availability for occasional weekend events and professional development is required

Clearances Required

• Department of Health Fingerprinting

• SCR (State Central Registry) Clearance ($25 fee)

• SEL (Staff Exclusion List)

• Department of Health Medical Clearance

• Health Statement

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

Required Online Training

• Mandated Reporter Training (2 hours): https://www.hslcnys.org/hslc/

• Foundations of Health & Safety (5 hours): https://www.ecetp.pdp.albany.edu

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is conducted in school or community center environments

• Standard physical activities: talking, walking, light lifting, organizing materials

Travel
Local travel may be required for trips and off-site programming

How to Apply
To apply, visit: https://www.eastsidehouse.org/careers/ Serious applicants only. Passionate, dependable, and imaginative educators are encouraged to apply!

EEO Statement
East Side House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage people with disabilities, women, veterans, bilingual candidates, and members of all cultural backgrounds to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity.

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