Position Overview
- Position: Education Programs Associate / Youth Engagement
- Location: Hybrid: Remote / On-site
- Status: Full-Time / Exempt
- Salary Range: $47,000 – $48,000
- Reports to: Assistant Director of Education / Youth Engagement
- Start Date: October 15, 2023
The Organization
New 42 catalyzes the power of performing arts to spark new perspectives, incubate new works, and create new opportunities for us all. Through the nonprofit’s signature projects — New Victory Theater (New York City’s premier theater for kids and families) and New 42 Studios (“Broadway’s secret laboratory”) — New 42 makes extraordinary performing arts a vital part of everyone’s life, from the earliest years onward.
We believe that representation matters both on the stage and behind the scenes, and seek employees who feel the same. We also know that creative people often come with non-traditional resumes and experience; if you believe you’d be a great fit here, please don’t count yourself out — we want to hear from you!
About the Position
This full-time role assists the Youth Engagement team in achieving the goals of the New 42 Youth Corps program, including New Victory Ushers (high school students), College Corps (CUNY college students), and Fellows (early career professionals). The position supports and mentors participants and requires at least three days per week in-office, with occasional evenings and weekends.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Youth Corps Support
- Meet regularly with New Victory Ushers to assist with future planning and goal setting
- Meet regularly with College Corps members to advise on CUNY requirements
- Establish and support a formal mentorship program
- Stay up to date on college access best practices
- Maintain knowledge of CUNY and financial aid processes
- Support students with the CUNY transfer system
- Monitor enrollment and credits for College Corps members
- Participate in mid- and end-of-year assessments of Usher Corps staff
Emerging Professionals Support
- Schedule and attend fellowship training and activities
- Support internship placement for College Corps Ushers
- Assist Fellows in finding industry conferences and professional development opportunities
- Help plan special events
Workshops
- Create lesson plans and facilitate workshops and meetings
- Coordinate programs and contacts to support career and education access
- Implement career development and life skills workshops
Recruitment
- Research, develop, and implement recruitment strategies
- Coordinate career fairs and recruitment opportunities
- Track applications
- Schedule and conduct interviews alongside FOH/YE team
Additional
- Administer department accounting systems including income, expenses, and petty cash
- Mentor Youth Engagement participants and collaborate with School and Family Engagement teams
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Essential Knowledge and Qualifications
- English language fluency
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Interest in or experience with youth, performing arts, or arts education
- Ability to manage multiple projects
- Comfort with tools like Google and Microsoft suites
- Ability to collaborate with others
- CUNY system experience a plus
- Knowledge of youth crisis management practices a plus
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience
Why Apply?
Be part of a leading nonprofit performing arts organization committed to empowering young people, artists, and educators. Benefits include health insurance, FSA, 403B retirement plan, employee pension, and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New 42 prohibits discrimination and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, gender, orientation, disability, or veteran status. New 42 follows anti-oppressive practices and is dedicated to being an anti-racist organization.
Accessibility Needs
If you need accommodations for accessibility purposes, please let us know how we can help.
Notes from Human Resources
- Employees must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (including booster, if eligible)
- Vaccination documentation is required upon employment offer
