Working At NYAP
NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
33 Paid days off each year! (11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education
Why Work with Us? Exciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!
The Education Coordinator is responsible for the management and administration of an educational center designed to meet the varied needs of children, in a safe, nurturing and structured learning environment. Will assure the delivery of high quality instruction that reflects NYAP’s values, culture, and mission, across various mediums and meets funding agency requirements. The Education Coordinator supervises teaching and administrative personnel.RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s Mission, Values and Philosophies.
Serve as the educational leader at the assigned site.
Ensure that all staff have been provided with the necessary training as required by program to deliver necessary services.
Provide on-site management and leadership to the education center for UAC at assigned location. Develops and maintains training needs assessment system for all staff.
Ensure curriculum and lesson plans are developed to meet the educational and developmental needs of individual children.
Monitor classroom activities to ensure children’s needs are met and to provide support to teaching staff as needed.
Ensure children’s progress and services are documented and assessed.
Assist with staff selection, orientation and training.
Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians and program administration.
Ensure nutrition program component meets state and local licensing standards.
Ensure all area program records are maintained in a confidential manner and site reports are timely, complete and accurate.
Perform all duties in accordance with personnel policies and fiscal guidelines.
Perform other duties as requested by the Education Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree in Education from an accredited school. Experience working with elementary school age children
3 years of supervisory experience in the field of education.
Must currently hold or be eligible for valid state licensure if required and related to job responsibilities.
Bilingual English/Spanish fluency
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
OTHER SKILLS
Demonstrate a high degree of customer service and relationship building abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong project management, leadership, and team building skills.
Ability to work independently as well as part of an extended, cross functional team.
A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours with a possibility of being on call on nights/weekends, in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served.
Occasional overnight travel required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
Ability to travel frequently and drive vehicle while sitting for extended periods, with frequency varying based on program demands.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The qualified candidate will follow a team concept and support agency goals, colleagues and ORR liaisons. Candidate must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religious, and racial backgrounds.This job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties but rather a reflection of typical work performed in that position.Who we areNational Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
