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Newark Alliance is a partnership-driven organization that works to advance lasting prosperity for Newarkers by activating the full potential of Newark itself – its people, places, systems and partnerships. As Newark’s prosperity engine, we braid together tools – from policy and capital to branding, marketing and service delivery – to unlock long-term value for the people who live, work, visit and study here.
Job Title: Project Lead, 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC)
Location: Newark Tech, Donald Payne Tech, West Caldwell Tech, University High School & Eagle Academy
Position Type: Part-Time (18 Hours per week Monday-Friday 2:30pm-6:00pm)
Compensation: $25 per hour
Reports to: Site Managers, 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21CCLC)
Position Overview:
The Newark Youth Career ALI-YMS Pathways Success Centers provide one on one help for students and families looking to gain access to college, career and other post-secondary options. The 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) is a federally funded program supported by the New Jersey Department of Education. Provides out-of-school-time programs, including before school, after school, and summer activities. Project Leads serve as mentors and role models to students participating in the Pathways Success Centers. The primary responsibility of a Project Lead is to provide mentorship, guidance, and youth development support to high school students. Project Leads create safe, engaging, and empowering environments where young people can explore their interests, build leadership skills and prepare for future success. Project Leads also develop and facilitate workshops on personal, academic, and career development topics, working closely with Site Managers to ensure programming aligns with the goals of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant.
Key Responsibilities:
Mentoring & Youth Development
Serve as a consistent and positive mentor to students, building trusting relationships and providing guidance on academic, social, and person growth.
Model professionalism, leadership, and strong interpersonal skills.
Support students in developing confidence, self-awareness, and future aspirations.
Provide individualized check-ins, encouragement, and referrals to resources when needed.
Program Implementation
Assist Site Managers in delivering high-quality afterschool programming.
Maintain accurate attendance, participation, and incident records.
Support special projects, events, and family engagement activities.
Collaboration & Professional Growth:
Participate in staff training, planning meetings, and professional development sessions.
Work as part of a team with Site Managers, staff, and community partners to strengthen programming.
Qualifications & Skills:
Experience developing and facilitating workshops or group activities
Ability to tutor in ELA or Math preferred
Passion for mentoring and youth development
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to connect with high school students and build positive relationships
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Reliable, responsible, and committed to program success
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
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Worksite address
newark, NJ, 07175, US
Who can apply
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