What are the responsibilities and job description for the Success Mentor position at New York Edge?
ABOUT US
New York Edge (NYE) is New York's leading provider of after-school programs. Our mission is to bridge the academic performance gap among among students in high-need communities by extending the school day and year with wholesome, skill-building activities designed to improve New York City children's academic performance, health and wellness, attitude towards school, self-confidence, character and values, and opportunity for lifelong employment. The "Excellence Project" expands on the mission of NYE by providing opportunity to advanced learners to grow and meet their greatest expectations in an environment that challenges students at the highest level.
General Description
The work of the Student/Family Mentor requires a long-term commitment to providing support to students in elementary and/or middle school. An effective mentor establishes and upholds a relationship with the child and family over a period of at least twelve months or longer, if possible, supporting their social-emotional development. Children generally live in uniformity and habit. The longer someone spends time with them, the higher probability that the children will be successful. Kids who have good relationships with their mentors have higher chances of attaining academic success. All applicants must be able to function as a part of a team inclusive of a Blended Learning Math Instructor, a Blended Learning ELA and Writing Instructor/Mentor and a Student/Family Mentor.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Parental communication and support regarding student progress and potential opportunities.
- Provide support and intervention as needed to help each child remain on track for success.
- To create and advance a personal and optimistic relationship with a child.
- Monitor student progress and assist students in accomplishing personal objectives.
- Interact with students throughout the after-school period to observe and support positive growth.
- Provide timely feedback to students and their parents to keep them engaged in the child's positive social-emotional development.
- Communicate with students, parents and school leadership on any concerns that may develop.
- Provide ongoing mentoring in a supportive after-school environment.
- Work hours will be consistent Monday through Friday with potential for some weekend or evening scheduled activities or events.
- Submit hours worked via established system according to schedule.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Minimum of 3 years experience, or comparable, with elementary school students supporting their social-emotional well-being.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Experience communicating and supporting families using workshops, family interaction and intervention skills.
- Understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it contributes to self-paced online learning.
- Must be capable of accessing and transmitting information using a computer
Internal and external contacts required as part of the job:
The Student/Family Support Mentor must engage in a collaborative relationship with the Director, supervisors, and other key staff (ELA- Writing Instructor, Math Instructor). Ongoing contact with students, NYE/School, and parents via telephone, email, or face to face meetings.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree is required with a minimum of 3 to 5 years student support experience. Concentration in either Child Psychology or Social Work.
- Master's Degree preferred in School Counseling.
- Experience working with a diverse student population is helpful. Bilingual; Spanish is a plus.
Job Type: Part-time, 3.5 hours per day
At time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.
New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
To apply, please visit our website at https://newyorkedge.org/careers/
New York Edge (NYE) is New York's leading provider of after-school programs. Our mission is to bridge the academic performance gap among among students in high-need communities by extending the school day and year with wholesome, skill-building activities designed to improve New York City children's academic performance, health and wellness, attitude towards school, self-confidence, character and values, and opportunity for lifelong employment. The "Excellence Project" expands on the mission of NYE by providing opportunity to advanced learners to grow and meet their greatest expectations in an environment that challenges students at the highest level.
General Description
The work of the Student/Family Mentor requires a long-term commitment to providing support to students in elementary and/or middle school. An effective mentor establishes and upholds a relationship with the child and family over a period of at least twelve months or longer, if possible, supporting their social-emotional development. Children generally live in uniformity and habit. The longer someone spends time with them, the higher probability that the children will be successful. Kids who have good relationships with their mentors have higher chances of attaining academic success. All applicants must be able to function as a part of a team inclusive of a Blended Learning Math Instructor, a Blended Learning ELA and Writing Instructor/Mentor and a Student/Family Mentor.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Parental communication and support regarding student progress and potential opportunities.
- Provide support and intervention as needed to help each child remain on track for success.
- To create and advance a personal and optimistic relationship with a child.
- Monitor student progress and assist students in accomplishing personal objectives.
- Interact with students throughout the after-school period to observe and support positive growth.
- Provide timely feedback to students and their parents to keep them engaged in the child's positive social-emotional development.
- Communicate with students, parents and school leadership on any concerns that may develop.
- Provide ongoing mentoring in a supportive after-school environment.
- Work hours will be consistent Monday through Friday with potential for some weekend or evening scheduled activities or events.
- Submit hours worked via established system according to schedule.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Minimum of 3 years experience, or comparable, with elementary school students supporting their social-emotional well-being.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Experience communicating and supporting families using workshops, family interaction and intervention skills.
- Understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it contributes to self-paced online learning.
- Must be capable of accessing and transmitting information using a computer
Internal and external contacts required as part of the job:
The Student/Family Support Mentor must engage in a collaborative relationship with the Director, supervisors, and other key staff (ELA- Writing Instructor, Math Instructor). Ongoing contact with students, NYE/School, and parents via telephone, email, or face to face meetings.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree is required with a minimum of 3 to 5 years student support experience. Concentration in either Child Psychology or Social Work.
- Master's Degree preferred in School Counseling.
- Experience working with a diverse student population is helpful. Bilingual; Spanish is a plus.
Job Type: Part-time, 3.5 hours per day
At time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.
New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
To apply, please visit our website at https://newyorkedge.org/careers/
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