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Open Position — Homework Helper
Location:
49 Edgecombe Ave, NY.NY.10030
3757 White Plains Road, BX.NY.10467
Borough:
Manhattan or The Bronx
Job Type:
Volunteer
Anticipated Start/End Dates:
08/21/17
Specific Days Needed:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Minimum Hours/Week:
2 hours/week
Public Transportation:
Train (Manhattan Location B, C to 135th Street/ Bronx Location 2 Train to 219th Street)
Currently High School Student 11th or 12th grade or enrolled in college or currently has Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, preferably with relevant coursework
Job Description:
Description of the Organization
Young Excellence Society Inc. (YES Academy) is a non-profit educational organization that serves children ages 4-18 who are residence of New York City. The organization offers a wide range of hands-on programs that provide opportunities for our children to develop new talents, learn practical life-skills, and achieve their goals, these include:
§ Social and Recreational
§ Academic Support
§ Performing Arts
§ Athletics
§ Media (coming soon)
Age Group to be Served:
Y.E.S. Academy has three levels with children who range from grades K-12. Homework Helpers should be comfortable with students in a range of ages, but each will particularly focus on one of the following groups, based on his or her experiences and capabilities: early elementary, upper elementary, or middle school
Job Description
Position: Homework Helper
Department: Education Department
Reports to: Site Supervisor
Summary of Position:
Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, Homework Helpers work with Y.E.S. Academy members of various ages to provide academic support. Homework Helpers lead hour-long Study Halls containing up to 12 members and have primary responsibility for members’ completion of homework and for their use of good study skills. Overseeing a set group of kids on a day-to-day basis, Homework Helpers will build relationships with members, track members’ progress, and provide informal tutoring as needed. Homework Helpers should have good ability with positive behavior management and be skilled in motivating members to focus and work hard. This role is a good fit for an aspiring teacher or youth worker with a background of working with kids.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Manage groups of up to 4-10 children during Study Hall sessions
· Provide academic support in all subjects for all assigned students who need assistance.
· Observe and track member’s progress and attendance through diagnostics, incentive systems, etc.
· Reinforce positive student behavior and Y.E.S. Academy rules; maintain a positive relationship with all members, families and staff.
· Attend part-time orientation and Education Training meetings.
· Report any problems, member incidents and concerns to supervisor or Director.
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