Youth Counselor: 10th Grade Focus (Bilingual English/Spanish)
Asian Americans for EqualityNew York, New York, United States
Posted February 2, 2026
53000 - 53000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE) is a 50-year-old comprehensive community development organization dedicated to building and managing affordable housing, offering social services, and empowering entrepreneurs. The company's core focus areas include housing development, home ownership, economic development, and community organizing. AAFE distinguishes itself through its holistic approach to community empowerment and its commitment to providing essential services to diverse communities.
Job Description
AAFE seeks a full-time Youth Counselor: 10th Grade Focus to work with 10th-grade students in Flushing High School. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can learn through doing and has a strong sense of social justice and commitment to working with culturally diverse communities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, psychology or another related field
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- 1-2 years of experience working with high school aged youth
- Experience teaching and/or developing curriculum
- Understanding of immigrant communities and commitment to working with culturally diverse communities and environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple complex tasks
- Highly motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent organizational and computer skills including Google Suite, MS Suite, and social media
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with match
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter benefits
