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About the Role
The 14Y After School Program serves K-5th grade students in the East Village, fostering a neurodiverse community. We are seeking After School Support Specialists to act as role models and provide dedicated support to children with social, emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs, including ASD, mood disorders, and sensory processing issues.
Responsibilities
- Attend all staff orientation sessions and monthly meetings
- Support assigned students in carrying out their success plans
- Assist students requiring additional support during swim periods
- Communicate regularly with the Support Coordinator and Program Manager regarding student progress and schedules
- Collaborate with Group Leaders to support students
- Adhere to agency and site-specific safety standards
- Comply with city and departmental rules and policies
- Maintain behavior management protocols using a restorative approach
- Implement organizational values including growth, empathy, and community-mindedness
- Ensure the physical and mental health and safety of all students
- Participate in all enrichment classes and activities
- Provide quality supervision during transitions, snacks, and activities
- Assist with school pick-ups as needed
- Act as a daily support system to encourage student success
- Facilitate social dynamics and friendship building
- Proactively engage students using strengths-based support strategies
- Build rapport with families and provide daily updates during dismissal
- Provide weekly progress updates to the Support Coordinator
Requirements
- Availability for the full program duration from September 14, 2026, through June 4, 2027
- Currently pursuing education in Social Work, Special Education, or related fields
- Demonstrated interest and experience working with neurodivergent children or those with additional support needs
- Patience and willingness to learn about disabilities and support strategies
- Willingness to learn about and participate in Jewish culture and traditions
- Previous experience working with children from diverse cultural and social backgrounds
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Flexibility
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Behavior management
- Strengths-based support strategies
Location
- East Village, New York
Work Type
- Part-time
Education Level
- Currently pursuing a degree in Social Work, Special Education, or related fields
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
About the Company
- Educational Alliance is a 136-year-old New York institution serving individuals regardless of language, background, or socioeconomic status.
- The organization focuses on arts and culture, education, health and wellness, and social services.
Equal Opportunity
- Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.