POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title of Position: Afterschool Program Educator @
Beaver River Central School
Indian River Central School -IRIS, Antwerp, Calcium
LaFargeville Central School
Watertown City School – Case, Knickerbocker, Ohio, North
Details of Position: P/T, 20 hrs/wk, $18.75/hr
Locations of Position: CCE Jefferson County, 203 N. Hamilton St., Watertown, NY
About the Position:
This position will serve as an Afterschool Program Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County in support of the 4-H Afterschool Program and will provide comprehensive 4-H youth development opportunities for youth in grades 6-9 in the South Jefferson Middle School. This position will provide established guidance and direction for program participants and after-school activities, including club and life skills, as well as assisting the collaborating teachers during the academic study portion of the program. This position will provide instruction utilizing established 4-H curriculum in the areas of environmental science and natural resources, science, technology engineering, art and math (STEAM). This position will utilize existing program resources and materials in program work, assist in the creation of program lesson plans, utilize a variety of delivery methods and assist in delivering established innovative educational programs as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year transferrable/program experience).
- Experience relevant to the role of the position.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
- Ability to meet all School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements (i.e. Tuberculosis Test, physical exam, training requirements).
- Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Excellent benefits package upon employment and based on eligibility, to include, but not limited to: New York State Health Insurance Program; dental insurance; New York State Employee Retirement System; vacation, personal and sick leave; etc. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Attention Applicants: Please be aware of the following – If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. PSLF forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.
All Applicants must apply online to be considered for this position by January 3, 2025.
www.ccejefferson.org and click on “jobs.”
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