Youth Educator, Summer Rising 2026

Title

Youth Educator, Summer Rising 2026

FLSA-Classification

Non-Exempt, Seasonal

Salary Range

$20 per hour

Reports to

Program Director

Location

1919 Prospect Avenue, Bronx, 10457

Program

PS 67 Mohegan

Date

May 6, 2026

Organization Summary

East Side House (ESH) is a community resource in the Bronx and Northern Manhattan. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their community. ESH’s Compass Elementary Program aligns with our mission by providing high quality programs and services within community centers and school partnerships.

Reporting to the Program Director, the Youth Educator is responsible to design and lead diverse enrichment activities. The Youth Educator will offer a wide variety of activities, including homework help, robotics, team sports, karate, dance, and music. As a member of the Compass Elementary Team, the Youth Educator is expected to guide youth through enrichment and recreational activities that support their academic, social, and emotional development.

Primary Functions

Duties and Responsibilities shall include but are not limited to the following:

• Identify, create, and facilitate age-appropriate, thematic-based lesson plans and activities.
• Work as a part of a collaborative team, providing support to any specialist implementing activities.
• Prepare the learning working environment by creating a welcoming space that exhibits participant's work.
• Build positive relations with youth and adults to serve as a role model with respect to demeanor, communication, and behavior.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by closely supervising all activities.
• Assist in participant's enrollment, recording and submitting daily attendance records and other required documents to the program director.
• Inspect daily all facilities (including shared spaces), equipment, and supplies; be sure all are accounted for and put away at the end of each day.
• Demonstrate commitment to leadership development, community building, and community organizing as strategies for social change.
• Organize storage areas and control the use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse and to minimize the time required for distribution and collection
• Maintain accurate program documentation (incident/accident/behavior reports, attendance & sign-in/sign-out sheets).
• Understand and communicate the East Side House Settlement mission and the goals of the Compass program to the participants and community members.
• Actively participate in all aspects of professional development, including scheduled supervision, team meetings, pre-service training, and additional paid professional development training.
• Demonstrate key competencies including initiative, teamwork, cooperation, preparedness, professionalism, reliability, and a willingness to improve continuously.
• Organize and participate in external special events to promote the Agency's mission and image, cultivate relationships, and generate broad support.
• Adhere to all ESH policies, practices, and procedures

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. In addition, duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, the Youth Educator must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work environment. Additional qualifications include:

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some college preferred.
• Must have experience working with elementary schools, preferably in a racially, ethically, and socio-emotionally diverse urban community.
• Minimum of two years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required.
• A genuine enthusiasm for developing professional skills through training opportunities and field practice.
• Possess and ability to engage and lead activities in your area of specialty; strong communication skills, strong organizational skills, excellent judgment, ability to work in a team in various environments.
• Candidates possessing skills in foreign languages, visual arts, music, or performing arts are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all participants while remaining professional at all times
• Must be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas, including responsibility, timeliness, organization, attendance, and most importantly, professionalism.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Being bilingual is a plus.

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Team Building
• Problem Solving/ Analysis
• Time Management
• Ethical Conduct

Expected Work Schedule

This is a seasonal part-time position, working up to 35 hours. Flexible schedule a plus. Workday/hours subject to change based on ESH’s needs. Professional development and staff meetings will also be required.

Summer: Availability between 8 am- 6pm; Monday- Friday

Required Clearances

• Department of Health Fingerprint Clearance
• Department of Health Medical Clearance
• Department of Education Fingerprint Clearance
• State Central Registry (SCR) Clearance
• Staff Exclusion List (SEL) Clearance
• Health Statement

Supervisory Responsibility

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Travel

Travel is primarily local for trips and scatter sites.

Physical Demands

This role may involve occasional lifting or moving of items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

East Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.