Early Start Program Associate

About Jubilee Housing

The mission of Jubilee Housing is to build diverse, compassionate communities that create opportunities for everyone to thrive. Since 1973, Jubilee has worked to provide high quality affordable housing and holistic support to individuals and families in the Adams Morgan, Mount Pleasant and Columbia Heights neighborhoods of Washington D.C. Jubilee operates more than a dozen properties totaling over 500 homes and has an active development pipeline of new affordable housing, including D.C.’s first urban aquaponics and hydroponics farm located in the basement and rooftop of one of our buildings. Jubilee also offers robust programming for residents and community members as they pursue life goals.   

Jubilee’s Justice Housing® model is built on the principle of providing deeply affordable homes with onsite or nearby services located in neighborhoods where resources such as good schools, grocery stores, and public transportation are readily accessible. Jubilee is seeking individuals who want to work with us to ensure Justice Housing becomes a reality for all who need it. 

Position Description

The Early Start (ES) Program Associate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the day-to-day operations of the after school and summer program for Jubilee Housing youth in grades K-4. The ES Program Associate will report to the Early Start/Activity Zone Program Manager.

This position is permanent, full-time employment. Work hours are Mon. – Thurs., 11:30 am -7:30 pm and 9:00-5:00 pm on Fridays. Afterschool program hours during the school year are 3:30 - 7:00 pm, Mon. – Thurs. During our six-week summer camp program, the program hours are 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Work Hours are from 8:30 am- 3:30 pm.

Specific Duties

• Assist and support in the implementation of out of school time and summer programming for youth in grades K through 4th grade
• Lead daily activities, including but not limited to tutoring, socioemotional learning, and additional enrichment activities
• Lead groups of youth in a safe, professional, and respectful manner
• Nurture a safe, respectful, challenging and inclusive environment
• Assist with outreach and communications for participant recruitment and retention
• Assist with administering and collecting student and parent surveys
• Update and maintain database input of all participants and program activities
• Establish and maintain communication with members of the staff about student needs and aspects of the program
• Maintain regular, professional communication with parents and guardians regarding attendance, student progress, behavior, program updates, and upcoming events.
• Provide support to volunteer tutors and mentors
• Support children's emotional, academic, and social development, and maintain
• awareness of individual needs
• Support the Early Start/Activity Zone Program Manager with the implementation and tracking of individualized plans for each participant
• Support new program initiatives impacting Jubilee Housing, Platform of Hope, and additional partner organizations at the direction of the Director of Youth Services and the Vice President of Programs
• Participate in the implementation of other program areas within Youth Services, including family programming and volunteer recruitment, training and support
• Create a plan and coordinate transition efforts for participants moving within programs at Jubilee Youth Services
• Other duties as assigned by the Early Start/Activity Zone Program Manager and Director of Youth Services
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with program goals in literacy, STEM, arts, SEL, recreation, and enrichment.
• Implement positive behavior management strategies and maintain consistent classroom expectations.

Desired Qualifications

• A commitment to supporting the academic performance and resourcefulness of youth from low-income families/background
• BS/BA in child/youth development, education, social work or other related field
• A commitment to professional development within and outside of Jubilee Housing related to current trends and youth development
• Must utilize developmentally appropriate classroom management skills and strategies for K-4th graders
• At least two years of experience working with black and Latinx youth of low-income households, preferably elementary-aged children
• Demonstrable experience working as part of a team
• Willingness to work weekday late morning and evening hours for afterschool program (11 am – 7 pm) and during summer camp that typically operates for 6 weeks during the month of July through mid-August from (8:30 am – 3:30 pm)

The following attributes will be valuable to this role:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to act quickly, calmly, and thoughtfully in a crisis situation
• Sound judgment
• Spanish fluency a plus, but not required
• Knowledgeable about the daily realities facing low-income families/individual
• Respect for all spiritual traditions

Benefits

Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, STD, LTD, and Life insurances, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, transportation stipend and a 403b matched contribution retirement plan.

Background Check and Drug Screening

Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a drug screening and will be required to consent to a pre-employment background check, to include employment and education verifications, clearances for the National Sex Offender Registry and the District of Columbia Child Protection Registry, as well as FBI Background Checks, as a condition of employment.

Background check and drug test results do not automatically preclude you from being considered for employment. We recognize that each candidate's circumstances may differ, and we evaluate all aspects of your application and qualifications before making a final decision

References

Please be prepared to provide 3 professional references if you are selected for this role.

Hybrid Work Model

Jubilee observes a hybrid work schedule; agreed upon schedule with manager

Jubilee Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer