The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
This position is open to candidates with existing work authorization in the location where the position is advertised.
Background/IRC Summary: Each year the IRC in New York provides support to more than 1500 refugee, asylee and other humanitarian entrants seeking to start new lives in the New York City area. The IRC in New York aims to help these clients achieve self-sufficiency and adapt to and become engaged citizens of their new communities. The Education & Learning unit strives to serve the entire family unit, and the need all family members have for access to relevant educational opportunities in order to thrive in the U.S.
Job Overview/Summary: The Youth Education and Partnerships Supervisor coordinates educational programming for newcomer youth, including planning, implementation, and reporting for 2-4 Youth Education Programs, including but not limited to World Explorers, Youth ESOL, Mini-NYSA, and Tutoring. The Youth Education and Partnerships Supervisor collaborates closely with the other supervisors and Youth Education Manager to ensure all programs integrate best practices for teaching and tutoring English Language Learners and students with interrupted education, as well as social-emotional learning principles, and to ensure that IRC NY’s Youth Education goals and objectives are accomplished using a holistic, collaborative approach, in partnership with school staff, caregivers, and newcomer youth themselves.
In addition, the Youth Education and Partnerships Supervisor will steward relevant partnerships for the Youth Education Department as needed to ensure program implementation. This will include coordinating with community-based organizations for collaboration and locations.
Major Responsibilities:
Oversee 2-4 youth programs including but not limited to Work Explorers, Youth ESOL, and other programs as needed.
Develop logical framework and program design in alignment with IRC Outcomes and Evidence Framework for all programming in consultation with the M&E specialist
Oversee recruitment of all staff, interns, and volunteers needed for programs
Manage 2-3 Youth Education Coordinators and Specialists responsible for program implementation
Ensure all programming follows all IRC policies and procedures, particularly concerning child safeguarding
Design and implement opportunities for parent/caregiver engagement
Oversee planning of all programs, including but not limited to space allocation and field trips.
Manage participant recruitment, retention, attendance, and family engagement
Oversee Monitoring and evaluation for all programs
Manage program files and databases (enrollment, attendance, outcomes monitoring); maintain accurate and complete records according to IRC and funder policies
Implement all programs in accordance with the IRC Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
Serve as a school leader for the Newcomer Youth Summer Academy, responsible for planning, staff and volunteer recruitment, hiring, and training
Supervise program Academic Lead Teachers, Classroom Culture Lead Teachers, SEL Teacher and Physical Education Teacher
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