High School Preparedness Coach (Spring 2025)Department: Middle SchoolEmployment Type: Seasonal - Part TimeLocation: New York, NYCompensation: $20.00 / hourDescriptionBreakthrough New York empowers motivated students from low-income communities to achieve a college degree and reach their fullest potential. Our tuition-free program supports over 500 students and their families from 7th grade through college. We accept middle school students who are furthest from high-quality educational opportunities yet show promise and potential: 99% of students identify as persons of color; 76% qualify for free or reduced lunch; and 66% will be the first in their families to graduate college.As a ten-year program, Breakthrough New York supports students and their families through key transition points in their academic journeys. We provide academic enrichment through summer and after-school opportunities; coach students to gain admissions into selective high schools and colleges, and expose students to diverse interests and careers so they can shape their own trajectories.In addition to nurturing individual talent, we cultivate a thriving community of like-minded peers and mentors who encourage each other's ambitions and passions. Personalized mentorship and holistic support are signature elements of our model, with over 200 near-peer seasonal staff and volunteers who work with students at each stage of our continuum.The Breakthrough model works: over 98% of Breakthrough students graduate from college preparatory high schools, and 100% are on track to graduate from college. Learn more at Breakthrough NY's website.ABOUT THE POSITIONAs a High School Preparedness Coach, you will work directly with our Program Manager, Afterschool Instructors, and students to prepare for and execute successful after-school programming.High School Preparedness Coaches will work at one of three sites based on their preference:
- Bronx Site: All Hallows High School (111 East 164th Street, Bronx, NY 10452)
- Brooklyn Site: Breakthrough New York Office (39 Broadway, Suite 820, Manhattan, NY)
- Manhattan Site: The Town School (540 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021)
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDEDirect Student Engagement (80%)
- Deliver a pre-written curriculum twice weekly to middle school students covering the following topics: High School Options and test prep.
- Learn and practice student management techniques and communicate with your Program Manager about student needs.
- Supporting with logistical aspects of the program and filling in when needed
Program Operations and Logistics (20%)
- Participating in weekly check-ins with your Program Manager for professional development and mid-semester/end-of-semester evaluations
- Evaluating student output and tracking student performance
- Complete training and observation sessions
- Other duties based on the BTNY site which you are assigned
WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO
- Can demonstrate experience and results with similar responsibilities to those listed above
- Is passionate about forming relationships with middle school students, while acting as a role model at all times
- Is a current undergraduate or graduate student or a recent college graduate
- Can commit to the entire Spring 2025 term and the calendar above
- Is confident with Zoom, Google Drive, and comfortable learning new systems
- Demonstrates excellence in BTNY's Core Values
SPRING AFTER SCHOOL AFTERSCHOOL INSTRUCTOR CALENDAR
- January 13th & 15th: In- person After School Instructor Training (3:00PM - 7:00PM)
- After-School Instructor Schedule:
- Mondays & Wednesdays from January 22nd - May 1st (4:00PM-7:00PM)
- Between After-School Teaching Days:
- Check-ins with your Program Manager to review the curriculum and give and receive feedback
- Bi-weekly team meetings
- Reviewing lesson plans and materials to prepare for upcoming lessons
- Grading student work and tracking student progress
COMPENSATIONBTNY strongly believes in selecting the top, qualified candidates. High School Preparedness Coaches will be compensated at $20/hour.