Educational Specialist
The Children's Village
Location
Dobbs Ferry, New York
Salary
$31 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Educational Specialist develops and monitors individualized educational plans for youth in residential programs to ensure academic progress. This includes securing school placements, coordinating transportation, and collaborating with social workers and therapists to provide supplemental services.
Requirements summary
Candidates need an Associate's degree with 3 years of experience, a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field with 2 years of experience, or a Master's degree. A valid driver's license and the ability to work evenings and weekends are required.
Job description
Position Overview
The Educational Specialist ensures that every youth served within the WAY Residential Program including JJI, Aspirations, Empower Housing, and SILP has an individualized educational plan that supports their academic progress throughout their time in care. This role is responsible for securing appropriate school placements, transportation, and supplemental educational services, while ensuring that all educational needs are met in accordance with agency and ACS expectations.
Working collaboratively with Caseworkers, Social Workers, Coaches, and Behavioral Specialists/Therapists, the Educational Specialist develops, implements, and monitors tailored education plans for each student. The position also coordinates tutoring, enrichment opportunities, and advocacy efforts to promote academic success and long‑term educational stability.
Position Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree 3 years direct social service experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field and two years full time experience OR Master’s degree.
- Experience in Independent Living and Housing Training preferred.
- Valid Driver’s License with ability to drive up to a 12 passenger vans strongly preferred.
- Basic Computer skill and good written and verbal communication skills required.
- Ability to work evening and weekend time.
The children’s village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.
