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Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and the Department of Health.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Maintenance Personnelย  reports directly to the Cornerstone Program Director and will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and cleanliness of the Cornerstone center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:ย 

  • Receives verbal or written repair and maintenance requests from the Program Director or Assistant Program Director and responds in a timely manner.

  • Performs work according to standard procedure and by the center's operational schedule.

  • Clean rooms, hallways, restrooms, supply rooms, offices, stairways, windows and outside grounds as needed.

  • Uses brooms, mops, and floor equipment to sweep, mop, strip and wax floors.

  • Uses vacuum cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and blinds.

  • Dusts furniture and equipment.

  • Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors and sills.

  • Minor carpentry, electrical, mechanical and plumbing repairs.

  • Performs touch up and finishes painting.

  • Empties wastebaskets.

  • Replenishes restroom supplies and cleans restrooms.

  • Replaces light bulbs.

  • Sets up/Break down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and function rooms.

  • Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures.

  • Reports work accomplished orally or in written work order to PD or AD.

  • Maintains supply inventory list and communications with PD or AD with items that need to be replenished.

  • Maintains an organized closet and storage workspaces.

  • Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

  • Must demonstrate timeliness, attendance and most importantly, professionalism.

  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed oral or written instructions.

  • Ability to relate to officials, staff and public in a courteous manner.

  • Ability to work occasionally in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Candidates must be very responsible, organized & demonstrate positive communication skills.ย ย 

  • The ideal candidate is personable, energetic, & enthusiastic.ย ย 

  • Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all staff and participants while always remaining professional.

Flatbush Development Corporation, Inc, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Features

Pay$20.00-25.00
Expected Hours15 hours a week
ScheduleMonday-Friday 11 AM - 2 PM

Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of […]

Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and the Department of Health. Position Summary The Educational Specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of Programโ€™s educational curriculum. Along with the Director of Education and Program Director the Educational Specialist directly supervises the effective implementation and delivery of lessons, coaching & training of staff, direct oversight of the programโ€™s instructional curriculum and assessment of programโ€™s impact and effectiveness. Training and Instructional Supervision
  • Identifying areas of need for instructional staff training;
  • Conducting staff training around lesson planning, curriculum development, STEM, literacy, Arts and principals of Youth Development;
  • Ensuring literacy and STEM components of the program are effectively implemented;
  • Consulting with Director of Education and Program Director to make training and professional development recommendations;
  • Designing and delivering pre-program and ongoing professional development for Group Leaders;
  • Conducting classroom observations to provide guidance & supervision to instructional staff;
  • Assisting in the evaluation of participantsโ€™ academic progress.
Curriculum Development and Oversight
  • Developing and implementing educational curriculum for elementary and/or middle school aged participants in collaboration with Group Leaders & instructors;
  • Assisting Group Leaders and instructors in preparing lesson plans and activities;
  • Ensuring that all educational activities and lesson plans are aligned to principals of Youth Development & Socio-Emotional Learning, Common Core standards, and the learning standards set forth in the contract;
  • Reviewing lesson plans and curriculum outlines developed my staff; providing feedback and support for implementation;
  • Meeting regularly with staff โ€“-one-to-one and in groups-- to provide guidance, support, and supervision around instructional and youth development needs;
  • Modeling of content and pedagogy in the classroom.
Recruitment and Programmatic Support
  • Actively participating in the recruitment and selection of Programโ€™s instructional staff;
  • Collaborating with Education Director and Program Director to develop curricular design;
  • Performing any other task as deemed necessary by the Director of Youth Services.
Competencies
  • Experience with curriculum development, project-based learning, youth development principals, childhood and adolescent literacy, and STEM.
  • Familiarity with DOE, DYCD COMPASS/SONYC programs, and NYS SACC regulations
  • Ability to observe, coach, and develop staff.
  • Strong organization, communication and writing skills.
  • Proficiency with educational technologies, such as MSWord and Google.
  • Knowledge of elementary and middle school curriculum.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Willingness to go above and beyond program mandates for the benefit of the children.
  • Ability to multitask.
Education & Experience
  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in English Language Arts, Literacy, Science, Math, education, or content related areas.
  • Teaching credential or teaching experience.
  • Experience in lesson planning, curriculum development, and implementation of structured programming for students in elementary or middle school.
  • Minimum two years of experience working with children up to age 13 in a supervisory role; or, two years of child care credentials for children up to age 13, plus one year in a supervisory role.
  • Minimum two yearsโ€™ experience coaching teachers and/or facilitators preferred.
  • Experience in working within ethnically diverse populations.
  • Very strong critical thinking, written, and verbal skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Flatbush Development Corporation, Inc, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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Job Features

Pay$25-$35
Expected Hours4 Hour Shifts
ScheduleMonday - Friday ( After School)
Extra HoursWeekends as Needed
EducationBachelors (Required)
BenefitsPaid Time Off/ Parental Leave

Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of […]

Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and the Department of Health. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES In addition to supporting all programmatic offerings and completing any tasks deemed necessary by the Program Director, essential duties and responsibilities include: Participants Supervision
  • Supervising program participants at all times during program operation, in all locations where the program operates, including off-site trips;
  • Assisting in the safe and proper pick-up and delivery of participants from community schools, as assigned by the program director, and as applicable to specific programs.
Homework Assistance
  • Providing active homework assistance to participants to ensure that all participants are engaged and supported during homework time.
Facilitation of Activities
  • Planning and implementing engaging academic enrichment and recreation activities that incorporate elements of literacy, STEM, the creative arts, youth development, and community service.
  • Preparing daily lesson plans and unit outlines, and using curricular material provided to facilitate activities.
  • Initiation guidance and support sessions with appropriate staff if materials are not clear.
  • Gathering all supplies and preparing the activity space.
  • Assisting teachers and activity specialists in the facilitation of lessons/activities by actively participating and encouraging participant involvement.
  • Creating and maintaining a supportive and safe environment by making sure activity spaces are clean and organized.
  • Following the program schedule and ensuring that all participants follow their schedules, unless told otherwise by the program supervisor.
Youth Development
  • Utilizing principles of positive youth development through use of behavior management and discipline techniques that foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and build self-esteem and responsibility in all participants.
  • Building positive relationships with and among participants and acting as a role model.
Professional Development:
  • Participating in meetings and workshops that enhance professional skills, as assigned by Program Director, including a minimum of 15 hours of training per year.
  • Working with Program Director, staff developers, and (as applicable) educational specialists to develop professional skills.
  • Applying skills and knowledge acquired in those trainings to improve program quality.
Program Procedures and Safety
  • Adhering to site-specific memoranda and program staff manual which includes staff and program specific requirements as prescribed by the NYS Child School Aged Child Care (SACC) Programs regulation in a proactive manner, making the provision of quality services and the safety and care of all children the primary focus.
  • Notifying supervisors of any and all behaviors that impede the provision of quality services and the safety of participants and staff. This includes the proactive reporting of incidents involving physical injury or emotional/social harm-doing.

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Job Features

Pay$16.50- $17.50
Expected Hours20-25 hours p/ week
ScheduleMonday - Friday ( After School)

Our commitment to youth development and enrichment is at the core of everything we do, and we are proud to be a partner of the New York City Department of […]