DescriptionWorking 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 Lead Educator at La Jornada provides children with a positive and appropriate educational environment supervising a team of Educators and Assistant Educators, ensuring that each child has an educational assessment and plan. The Lead Educator creates and follows a developmentally appropriate education program and provides in-class instruction to a wide age range of children who are in the program for a short time. The Lead Educator coordinates the education team to regularly communicate with the cross-functional team and meet continuous quality improvement measures and collaborates with Out of School Coordinators to integrate developmental experiences.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Lead Educator will perform duties including but not limited to:
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Create and follow a developmentally appropriate education program that includes weekly lesson plans, activities, and class set-ups designed to meet the needs of a wide age-range and constantly changing group of children based on age group, developmental level, and observed needs. Ensure the curriculum includes communication skills, English language training, and education services including basic academic areas such as Science, Social Studies, Math, Reading, and Writing and provides for physical education, recreation and leisure time to meet the individual needs of children.
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Actively participate in and/or complete all professional development requirements, including training, readings, and pertinent certifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Two (2) + years’ experience in teaching capacity and lesson planning. Experience in classroom management, student engagement strategies, and classroom intervention strategies for students who have experienced trauma preferred.
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Proficient use of modern classroom technologies including 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.
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21 years of age, a valid state driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and a good driving record.
OTHER SKILLS
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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 people served.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
QualificationsWho we are
National 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.
