Education Specialist

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization advancing the social and economic well-being of immigrant and low-income New Yorkers through holistic services and community-led impact. CPC is the nation’s largest Asian American social services organization and serves as a trusted community anchor to over 80,000 community members who are served by CPC annually through 50+ high-quality programs and services across 35 sites in New York City. (For more information, please visit: https://www.cpc-nyc.org)   

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Department of Youth & Community Development/Comprehensive After School System (DYCD/COMPASS) contracts with the Chinese-American Planning Council 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 includes academic support, physical exercise, and enrichment age-appropriate activities such as literacy or STEM to enhance the academic, social, and physical development of children during the after-school hours, on certain evenings, weekends, and school holidays. Hours may range between 2:30pm-6:00pm.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the on-site Program Director and Site Supervisor, the Education Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining program quality by supporting frontline staff with effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational and enrichment activities. Candidates should demonstrate a growth mindset, actively seeking opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement to support staff and enhance program outcomes.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and evaluate program activities weekly; provide onsite coaching and training to staff to improve activity planning and delivery.
• Review lesson plans to ensure all activities align with clear learning goals and skill development; adapt curricula to meet program objectives.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to develop and implement engaging academic, enrichment, and recreational activities focused on DYCD goals, including STEM and literacy.
• Maintain effective and positive communication with school principals, staff, afterschool personnel, and parents.
• Assist with maintaining accurate records of staff and participant attendance.
• Develop and maintain participant progress reports to track learning and engagement.
• Create and utilize tools for evaluating the effectiveness of program activities and events.
• Maintain a regular schedule of staff observations, feedback sessions, and team meetings.
• Attend required meetings and trainings as directed by CPC and funding agencies.
• Meet regularly with the Program Director to discuss program needs, progress, and challenges.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director and Site Supervisor to support program success.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in education, social work, counseling, or a related field preferred.
• Teaching credentials and classroom teaching experience for elementary-aged youth in afterschool or educational settings a plus.
• Experience providing staff coaching, training, and support in educational or youth development settings.
• Administrative and supervisory experience preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong social and emotional maturity with behavioral management skills; knowledge of positive youth development principles and ability to apply DYCD’s strengths-based approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated growth mindset with eagerness to learn, adapt, and continuously enhance professional skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• $23.00 per hour; 9 hours minimum per week
• CPC offers eligible temporary staff members mandatory benefits, including paid New York State sick time

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals should submit their resume, along with a cover letter addressed to Mary Cheng and Ashley Huang, when applying online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs or selected online job boards. Candidates should indicate which location they would like to be considered for. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to [email protected] 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.