More than 20,000 people in New York City work in after-school programs. They range from high school students in their first jobs to experienced managers.
We work with schools and community organizations that operate after-school programs to provide after-school educators the training and college opportunities they need to do their best to support, educate and inspire kids.
Research shows that better-trained staff members run stronger programs for young people. But jobs in these programs are largely part-time, and turnover is regular. New and returning after-school educators need training and educational opportunities, not only so they can work more effectively with kids, but also to develop their own careers.
Many young adults who want jobs that are interesting, that offer a view toward multiple careers and that build marketable skills, find entry-level jobs in the after-school field. They and their co-workers often come from the neighborhoods where they work in programs. They have a deep understanding of the kids they serve, and invest their wages back into those neighborhoods. As they earn credentials through training and college study, they become powerful role models.
The Center for After-School Excellence is TASC's vehicle for developing the after-school workforce. We work with colleges in the City University of New York to develop customized coursework and certificates for after-school educators.
We also work with a network of training organizations to provide training workshops to front-line workers and leaders of TASC-affiliated after-school programs. We help New York City programs that are not affiliated with TASC purchase training through us.
Through the TASC Job Bank, we help community organizations that operate after-school programs post job openings and recruit qualified after-school educators. Job-seekers can post their resumes to the Job Bank. We are developing a Web site which will help after-school staff and managers create customized educational plans.
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