Reporting RelationshipThe Youth Development Worker reports to the Site Coordinator.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities & OutcomesAbility to create outstanding academic achievement and student characterdevelopment.Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environmentthat excites and invests students.Motivate students to realize high academic and behavioral standards.Utilize data from CCSP's student assessments to drive instruction andintervention.Exemplify CCSP's core values in all interactions with students, families, andcolleagues.Support all special education-related services including IndividualizedEducation Plans (IEPs) during the program.Collaborate with Site Leaders and the program team to improve instructional,culture-building and leadership skills.Attend all professional development, team planning, and data analysismeetings.Participate enthusiastically in structured and informal learning anddevelopment opportunities.Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense ofhumor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a"roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude.Strong belief in an "achievement" mission and educational model.Research and stay up to date on best practices incommunity schools and afterschool programs.Understanding and experience of education in an urban setting.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students,families and school partners including school administration and staff. Agile/iterative mindset; comfort with throwing away work or making changes. Ability to work well with a team and independently. Have a passion for helping all children achieve their highest aspirations. Lead in classroom management while implementing specialized activities. Support program administrative requirements including student attendance, surveys, forms, and lesson plans. Other duties as assignedQualifications 30 College Credits 2 Years of Experience in Youth DevelopmentCompensation & BenefitsIn addition to a competitive salary, CCSP offers a full comprehensive benefits plan for full-time employees.The Community Charter School of Paterson is an equal-opportunity employer.