Bilingual Educator - JOR

Who We Are:

We have been serving communities and clients since 1978.  We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four different areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and we are dedicated, as your employer to provide you with support to do just that.  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.

Working 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.
• Excellent training and development opportunities offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BSFT, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 10 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Days Off, and Work Anniversary Trips!

Bilingual Required

Position Overview

SUMMARY

The Educator for ORR, NYAP’s newest program providing transitional foster care services for displaced and unaccompanied minor youth at the U.S. Borders will be responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment, and creating a program that meets the cognitive and emotional needs of all of our children. The successful candidate will work closely with the Assistant Teacher/s in order to ensure program provides education, physical health, emotional well-being and parental involvement services to all enrolled students. 

Responsibilities

The Teacher will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Create a developmentally appropriate program for our students.
• Develop weekly lesson plans, activities and class set-ups to meet the individual needs of children.
• Assess children’s needs and development, adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
• Provide guidance and modeling to Assistant Teacher/s assigned to classroom to help resolve issues with students when necessary.
• Ensure the safety of all children in our program.
• Participates in on call schedule as needed.
• Actively participates in recruitment activities as necessary to meet program goals.
• Documents children’s attendance and progress according to program requirements.
• Performs other duties assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education.
• 2+ years’ experience in teaching capacity and lesson planning.
• Passionate about the development and well-being of children.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance and a good driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency.
• Proficient use of 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.

Other Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of an extended, cross functional team.

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

www.nyap.org/employment

COVID-19 Considerations:

We are safely and successfully working out in the community and in group home settings.

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Did YOU go into human services work to help people?

Were YOU driven to serve youth and families of your community?

Are YOU collaborative and innovative?

Are YOU passionate about serving others?

Are YOU energized when you see a child flourish?

If so, the National Youth Advocate Program is looking for YOU!

If this describes YOU, please apply and our talent acquisition team will review your experience and credentials.

www.nyap.org/employment

COVID-19 Considerations:

We are safely and successfully working out in the community and in group home settings.

Our organization was established in Ohio and is now in 10 states. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families.  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off.  If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.