Instructor - 4727

Job Description

Job Description

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and is guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 62 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

Our Cornerstone community center youth programs are designed to provide engaging, high-quality youth services in partnership with NYCHA and our strong network of nonprofit providers across the City. The Cornerstone adult programs are designed to enhance skills and promote social interaction, community engagement, and physical activity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the direction of the Program Coordinator to support the academic goals of the participants.
• Help ensure for high quality programming. Offer input on program goals, program design, and evaluations of program activities.
• Engage participants during evening and weekend program in various activities, trip outings and workshops.
• Create a nurturing and supportive environment for the participants.
• Work with the leadership team to plan and facilitate staff meetings, orientation, trips, events, etc.
• Develop and build relationships with parents and families of program participants.
• Attend internal and external agency meetings and trainings.
• Submit reports as required including monthly reports to supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity, and in accordance with federal, state and local laws, does not discriminate unlawfully against employees and applicants for employment on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, military status, national origin (including ancestry), predisposing genetic characteristic, race, sex, gender, actual or perceived sexual orientation (including actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality and asexuality), status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination.