After School Education Specialist [SY26-27]

Who We Are:

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

• Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically
• Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion
• Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity
• Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance

• Develop and implement a structured lesson planning process, including learning objectives, pacing, and activity design
• Review lesson plans for rigor, clarity, and alignment to measurable learning outcomes
• Conduct observations of academic and enrichment activities; provide actionable feedback
• Ensure all structured activities have clearly defined learning outcomes or measurable skill gains
• Strengthen existing lesson plans and support instructors in adapting curriculum to meet diverse student needs
• Establish systems for evaluating program activities and staff performance
• Identify best practices and areas in need of improvement to enhance program quality
• Provide coaching, professional development, and ongoing instructional support

• Support staffing decisions by identifying strong instructional candidates across the school/network
• Lead quarterly on-site trainings focused on lesson planning, classroom management, and pedagogy
• Reinforce training through individualized coaching, modeling, and follow-up

• Collaborate with the Program Director and school principal to establish a shared vision for COMPASS
• Facilitate alignment between after-school academic supports and school-day learning goals
• Maintain communication and collaborative planning between school staff and after-school instructors
• Ensure instructional practices, curricula, and behavior expectations align with BPCS and DYCD requirements
• Establish systems for monitoring student progress, setting goals, and addressing individual participant needs
• Ensure the program is driven by student achievement and meaningful learning-not just logistics

• Collaborate with the Network ASP Director and Network Director of T&L on mid-winter break and summer academies
• Partner with school teams to gather academic data and inform summer program placement
  Co-design academic and enrichment master schedules with the Program Manager
• Support teachers in creating rigorous, engaging curricula for break and summer academies
• Conduct observations, provide coaching, and serve as moderator when needed
  Monitor student progress and communicate updates with parents and school leadership
• Support family communication in collaboration with camp staff

• Ensure data, administrative, and fiscal obligations of the COMPASS contract are met
• Oversee accurate collection and reporting of attendance, enrollment, and outcome measures
• Maintain compliance documentation and collaborate with the Program Director on audits and deliverables

• Oversee implementation of Mental Health Supports, ensuring youth-facing staff follow required policies
• Integrate trauma-informed practices and coordinate referrals for needed services
• Collaborate with schools and DYCD to ensure appropriate mental health supports are provided to students

• Serve as the Inclusion Coordinator or support the designated Inclusion Coordinator
• Manage Individualized Accommodation Plans for students needing additional support
• Maintain Student Behavioral Support Plans and Logs
• Coordinate services for students with disabilities or English Language Learners through:
  
  • Hiring paraprofessionals or staff with relevant language skills
  • Facilitating referrals to NYCPS for screening/diagnosis when needed
• Communicate with DYCD regarding needs for specialized supports beyond program capacity (e.g., paraprofessionals, nurses, transportation)
• Ensure compliance with all DYCD requirements related to serving students with disabilities and providing reasonable accommodations

• Demonstrated expertise in instructional practice, academic support, or curriculum development.
• Strong understanding of student learning, assessment, and data-informed instruction.
• Experience working successfully with K-12 students; after-school or extended learning experience preferred.
• Ability to coach educators, support lesson planning, and observe instructional practice.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, families, and community partners.
• Passion for youth development and commitment to BPCS's mission.
• Creative, flexible, culturally responsive, and able to model professionalism.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; teaching credentials, certifications, or advanced training are a plus.
• Ability to teach or support instruction across multiple subject areas preferred.
• Availability to work afternoons and evenings (typically 3:00-6:30 PM, with most shifts between 4:00-6:00 PM).
• Ability to follow program schedules, instructional expectations, and accept supervision.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation, including employment and criminal history.