Education Specialist

OUR MISSION:

• Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future. OUR VISION:
  We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success. PROGRAM DESIGN: RTS facilitates a variety of youth programs including after-school, summer camps, retreats, conferences and summer employment opportunities reaching thousands of young people throughout NYC each year.
• RTS emphasizes the youth development practice of the Circle of Courage in all our programs; creating an environment of Belonging, where young people can build their Independence, find and develop their Mastery skill, and practice Generosity in their communities.

• The Education Specialist ensures that RTS youth development principles are reflected in the learning environment and programming.
• This role supports high-quality instruction across multiple sites by guiding curriculum alignment, modeling best practices, supporting lesson planning and classroom management, and fostering stronger connections between after school programming and the school day.

• Reports To:
  
  Program Director

  Supervises:
  Academic Components and Educational Quality of After school Programming

  Schedule:
  
  Part-Time, 27.5 hours/week

  Hours:
  
  Monday–Friday, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM across 3–4 program sites

  Compensation: $30 – $32 per hour (based on experience and credentials)

• RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Instructional Leadership and Program Alignment – Ensure all structured activities are enriching, developmentally appropriate, and connected to school-day learning experiences. Review and refine lesson plans weekly to ensure clear objectives, youth engagement strategies, and skill-building outcomes. Observe classroom activities and coach instructional staff through modeling, feedback, and planning support. Foster alignment between after school programming and school-day expectations through regular communication with school staff and administrators.
  
  Collaborate with the Master Education Specialist to implement instructional priorities and curriculum design across sites.

  Staff Support and Professional Development – Facilitate at least six hours of on-site professional development annually based on staff needs and program goals. Collaborate with Program Directors to identify and onboard instructional staff with strong educational skills. Maintain observation logs and provide regular coaching sessions and real-time feedback to frontline staff. Support staff in effective lesson delivery, classroom setup, and behavior management strategies.

  Curriculum Development and Enrichment – Collaborate with the Master Education Specialist to create and revise curriculum across subject areas including literacy, arts, STEM, SEL, and enrichment. Participate in ongoing curriculum planning sessions led by the Master Education Specialist to ensure instructional consistency and innovation. Design and adapt academic enrichment curricula that are engaging, culturally responsive, and aligned with youth interests and developmental needs.
  
  Create and distribute planning tools and curriculum binders that support consistency and quality across all sites. Provide differentiated instructional support for youth with learning or behavioral needs.

  Data and Continuous Quality Improvement – Document student growth through informal assessments, pre/post surveys, work samples, and project reflections. Submit end-of-cycle summaries on instructional quality and student achievement to Program Directors and the Master Education Specialist. Use data and coaching insights to inform program adjustments and staff training focus areas. Ensure instructional activities meet compliance…