Education Program Specialist

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Summary
 Administration, coordination, instruction, supervision, and staff and program development
for academic enrichment activities (assessments, homework and tutoring, particularly for
math, language arts and STEM, field trips and other events) in our youth center’s afterschool
(Aug-Jun) and summer (Jun-Jul) programs for boys and girls in grades 3-12.
Responsibilities
Administration
 Conducts assessments, tracks data and participates in committees and meetings to receive,
review and report information on student and program development and progress.
 Maintains procedures for tracking student performance and program outcomes.
 Develops lesson plans, prepares materials and areas, and solicits/manages resources.
 Establishes and communicates objectives for all enrichment activities in consult with
stakeholders, including students, parents, staff, partners and other community members.
 Meets with parents, students and staff to discuss student progress and to determine
priorities for advancing student achievement.
 Observes and evaluates student performance, behavior and/or social development and
advises directors and staff of actions recommended.
 Demonstrates ability to lead, facilitate, communicate with diverse groups of people.
 Participates in and facilitates orientations, trainings and retreats as needed/required.
 Upholds our mission for a "safe and nurturing" environment committed to good citizenship
and academic excellence, with high expectations and positive discipline for all students.
Instruction
 Provides homework assistance and tutoring for students, assigning, training and
supervising education staff, interns and volunteers.
 Instructs students individually and/or in groups, adapting lessons and teaching methods to
meet students' varying needs and interests.
 Assists students who need extra help by tutoring and developing and implementing
intervention activities.
 Promotes college readiness by encouraging students to explore and use skills including
critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creative expression.
Other program duties and areas, as needed. The center reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
EDUCATION SPECIALIST
Qualifications
 Education: Minimum bachelor’s degree in education or educational leadership preferred,
related degree may be considered
 Experience: Minimum three years experience teaching classes and/or providing tutoring in
basic and/or advanced academic subjects for school-age youth, minimum two years
administering academic enrichment programs for school-age youth
Skills
 Excellent instructional skills and abilities in math and language arts for grades 3-12
 Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
 Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build relationships with teams and supporters
 Demonstrated ability to develop programs, including lesson planning and evaluation
 Proficient in producing and editing Word documents and other computer operations
 Independent problem solver with positive outlook and caring demeanor
 Ability to manage, produce and solicit resources