Join the Team
YouthBuild Philadelphia functions as a hardworking team in a friendly, family environment. Our qualified staff is dedicated to ensuring high standards in education, support and community development.

Full-time employment benefits include:

• Health and Dental Insurance (100%)
• Vacation, Sick Leave and Bereavement
• Holidays
• Workers' Compensation
• 401(k) Savings Plan (after 12 months, and 21 years of age)
• Educational Assistance
• Military and Jury Leave
• Travel Allowances

All staff are responsible for the following:

• Participating in staff meetings
• Participating in school-wide community service projects in keeping with the service ethic of the school
• Acting as a mentor for designated students
• Involvement in at least one extracurricular activity (e.g. yearbook, prom)
• Attending retreats, workshops, and conferences, as required
• Working to establish a base of trust with each student
• Accepting students "where they are" while working to assist them
• A commitment to working with underserved students
• Observing the confidentiality, privacy, and dignity of each student

• Organize the screening and selection process for 30 students each year to participate in the IT & Business Administration vocational program
• Work with AmeriCorps member in creating a development program for refurbishing computers where students interact with donors, and design/maintain inventory databases.
• Assist in program development and coordinate operational and materials needs of the IT&BA program
• Provide appropriate and effective supervision and professional development for two AmeriCorps members, who support the technology program's mission

Education Operations:

• Train students to pass Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel, which helps students learn and demonstrate knowledge of MS Office Suite Program as well as the CompTIA Strata (based on A+ certification) which teaches Internet and digital literacy skills
• Design and implement course curricula and other instructional materials necessary to prepare students for certification exams
• Demonstrate effective classroom management
• Hold high expectations for each student, and be able to establish positive rapport with students
• Possess knowledge of computer hardware, troubleshooting, and refurbishing
• Train students to provide help desk support to local non-profit organizations
• Teach high school students how to refurbish donated computers which then get distributed to local schools, churches, and various non-profit community organizations
• Train students to design, create, and host websites for local non-profit organizations
• Attend all staff and department meetings

Education Leadership:

• Model professional behavior for students at all times
• Establish and maintain relationships with partners who are willing to provide internships and educational opportunities for students in the IT&BA program

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• Act 34, 114 and 151 clearances
• At least two years of teaching experience
• Experience/strength in content area
• Commitment to working with underserved students
• Commitment to the design and development of Youth Build Philadelphia.

YouthBuild Philadelphia prefers the following qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Education or content area
• Experience teaching in an urban school.

To apply, send letter of interest and resume to Frederick Bader, HR Coordinator at fbader@youthbuildphilly.org with the words "ITBA Coordinator" in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

Healthcare Program Coordinator (full-time)

Duties:
Healthcare Operations:

• Organize the screening and selection process for 30-40 students each year to participate in the healthcare vocational program.
• Work with in-house YouthBuild Transition Services Department personnel in placing students in full-time positions or postsecondary education after graduation.
• Assist in program development and coordinate operational and material needs of the Healthcare program

Education Operations:

• Set high expectations and establish a positive rapport with students
• Train students in skills needed to pass State CNA examination, complete required coursework, and prepare for a career in the healthcare industry
• Supervise students during off-site CNA training and other program components
• Closely monitor and track students' progress with course instructors
• Conduct regular site visits to students' internship placements and off-site training facilities to support student learning and engagement
• Possess knowledge of healthcare industry as well as skills needed for a successful career in the field
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy and effective classroom management

Healthcare Leadership:

• Model professional behavior for students at all times
• Establish and maintain relationships with partners who provide internship placements and educational opportunities for students upon completion of CNA coursework
• Work with Director of Civic Engagement and Director of Vocational Programming to create responsibilities for an AmeriCorps member assigned to support the Healthcare Program

Professional Development:

• Maintain knowledge of trends related to nursing and healthcare related opportunities for out-of-school youth
• Continue to develop skills through trainings and professional development opportunities
• Attend all meetings retreats, workshops, and conferences as required by the Director of Vocational Programming

Additional Qualifications:
Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in the healthcare field; at minimum, a certified nursing assistant (CNA) certificate
• Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances
• Demonstrated commitment to working with underserved youth
• Excellent project planning and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Teaching experience

Preferred:

• CMA certificate or Nursing Degree (RN, LPN)
• Experience teaching in an urban setting

To apply, send letter of interest and resume to Frederick Bader, HR Coordinator at fbader@youthbuildphilly.org with the words "Healthcare Coordinator" in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

Special Education Teacher (full-time, 10 month term)

Special Education Operations:

• Provide Part-Time-level Learning Support services in Language Arts/English and/or Mathematics to Special Education students
• Provide Itinerant-level Learning Support services to Special Education students in Regular Education classes
• Provide Emotional and Behavioral Support services to Special Education students, including assisting in the development and monitoring of
• Behavior Support Plans and educating staff in how to use them
• Serve as Case Manager for a small group of Special Education students, including drafting IEPs, arranging meetings of Evaluation Teams, IEP
• Teams, etc., conducting progress monitoring of students' performance, writing progress reports, etc.
• Work with the School Psychologist and other staff members to support students
• Hold high expectations for each student in the school
• Create and teach challenging and engaging lessons linked to state standards
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy and effective classroom management
• Create and foster a positive learning environment
• Submit grades in a timely fashion according to established deadline
• Attend all staff and department meetings

Education Leadership::

• Model professional behavior for students at all times
• Exhibit positive rapport with students
• Develop teamwork and leadership skills of students

Program Involvement:

• Attend service projects in keeping with the school's strong service learning emphasis
• Participate in the School's Mentoring Program
• Participate in one or more extra curricular activities-such as basketball, yearbook committee, prom committee.

Professional Development:

• Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities
• Attend retreats, workshops, and conferences, as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Special Education Coordinator.

Qualifications
Required:

• PA Department of Education Certificate in Special Education
• Act 34, 114 and 151 clearances
• At least two years of teaching experience
• Commitment to working with underserved students
• Commitment to the design and development of YBPCS

Preferred:

• Experience teaching in an urban school.

To apply, send letter of interest and resume to Frederick Bader, HR Coordinator at fbader@youthbuildphilly.org with the words "Special Education Teacher Application" in the subject line. No phone calls, please.