[Summer 2025] Summer Education Assistant

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools—growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.

This is an exciting role for a driven and highly organized person to join our warm and collaborative Network Schools Team. Reporting to the Chief Education Officer, the Summer Education Assistant will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and gain invaluable insight into the day-to-day operations of a growing, nationally recognized youth development organization.

• Provide operational and administrative support to DREAM’s Chief Education Officer and the Network Education Team.
• Act as the project coordinator and lead logistics for leadership meetings, including professional development training, institutes, and funder visits (scheduling, food, space, technology set-up, etc.); 
• Manage visitor requests and questions (support with scheduling, planning, and managing the visits)
• Produce and edit internal and external correspondence and materials, as needed;
• Support the Chief Education Officer before, during, and after key meetings with reminders about content, notes, and follow-up communications; 
• Support special Network or School events, as needed, including early morning or evening hours; 
• Build meaningful and trusting relationships with staff, students and families to facilitate exceptional student outcomes and contribute to a high-performing school culture; 
• Support the Chief Education Officer with occasional personal tasks, as needed; 
• Lead additional projects, as needed. 

• High School Diploma, required; Bachelor’s degree preferred; 
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in administrative work preferred;
• Experience in education and/or non-profit settings, preferred; 
• Experience using Google Workspace (Calendar, Docs, Spreadsheets, Slides), highly preferred;
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; 
• Solutions-oriented attitude; 
• Strong work ethic, supported by commitment and airtight follow-up and follow-through;
• Ability to manage multiple projects while working in a fast-paced environment
• Organized, proactive and detail-oriented with superior time management and troubleshooting skills; 
• Impeccable integrity, including the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion; 
• A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the belief that all students can succeed, and a deep desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.

• May 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025
• Up to 35 hours a week
• In person at one of our three school sites (sites vary by day) located in East Harlem and the South Bronx
• While this role is temporary, there is strong potential for it to become a full-time opportunity for candidates who demonstrate exceptional performance and alignment with our team's goals while in the position

• DREAM offers the following benefits to our part-time employees:
• 403(b) retirement plan, with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment (12-month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1,000 hours;
• Disability benefits;
• Referral bonuses;
• High-performing part-time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship, through which they earn a Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM. 

• $24-29 an hour

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission. 

From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters—it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.

Come dream with us.

DREAM Maxims 

All Kids Can. This Kid Can.

DREAM is Family.

Fun is a Serious Value.

Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.

Fail. Persist. Exceed.

DREAM Big.

Applying to DREAM

We know applying for a new job can be a daunting process. In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications! You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to help!

DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.