Senior Level Education Specialist Jobs
Senior level education specialist jobs place experienced professionals in charge of program design, institutional strategy, and the teams or initiatives that carry them forward. Openings are concentrated across Education, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles posted by Oakland Unified School District, Klaviyo, and Mayo Clinic hiring at this level now.
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YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
54 Nagle Ave
New York, NY 10040
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About the Job
LOCATIONS:
- YM & YWHA of Washington & Inwood; 54 Nagle Avenue, New York, NY 10040 - primary location.
- PS 178; 12-18 Ellwood Street New York, NY 10040.
- PS 173; 306 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10033.
- PS 187; 349 Cabrini Blvd, New York, NY 10040.
- Ensure classroom instruction align to the Y values and quality standards, as well as with the school's policies and values.
- Provide oversight of curricula planning and implementation to support school instruction.
- Observe and provide feedback to activity specialists, teachers, tutors and worksite monitors, giving advice and leading instruction when needed.
- Ensure activity lesson plans and projects are age-appropriate and have clear learning goals.
- Assess the effectiveness and success of the curriculum and work on improvements based on student work, schools' educational needs, and industry trends, with the goal of maximizing learning outcomes.
- Responsible for the administration and implementation of academic assessments systems.
- Analyze academic data and student work to support growth of scholar performance at our afterschool programs.
- Responsible for implementing effective and innovative approaches to homework help for our after-school programs.
- Participate and co-facilitate educational training programs at the sites and at the Y.
- Serve as an instructional coach and mentor for front-line staff.
- Plan and implement staff development as it relates to instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Assist in providing ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to equip staff in delivering successful programming.
- Compensation range of $66,300 -$68,000 per year based on experience, skillset, and education.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and competitive benefits package: Health Insurance; Retirement Plan, Optional 403b Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account.
- Full-time, FLSA Exempt position.
- Monday to Friday, with room for flexibility. - this position may require regular evening and weekend hours.
- Work is performed in typical school and community center environments.
- Able to travel around New York City - mainly to after-school program sites
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field - required.
- At least six (6) years of direct experience working in a non-profit, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing diverse workforce development portfolios, preferably including the medical field as one of the areas of training.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) - preferred.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification and required Health and safety certification - preferred.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Proven planning, leading, organizing, and monitoring skills; can work well in a planned and organized environment; can follow through on multiple deliverables.
- Proven track record of success in the classroom.
- Experience working with children of different abilities and learning styles.
- Knowledge of NYS Department of Education learning standards.
REQUIRED WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE:
- Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Must pass the background check, medical tests, fingerprinting through DOH and DOE, and other pre-employment requirements.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Salary:
$65,000 - $75,000
Agency Information:
Established in 1917 as one of the first Jewish community centers in New York City, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the Y) is a thriving and visionary not-for-profit human services organization in Northern Manhattan. We welcome people of diverse ethnicities and all ages, from pre-school to older adults, into the Y family with a wide range of educational, recreational and social services and programs that focus on improving the quality of their lives. With a long and distinguished history, the Y is a multi-service community center that is well known for its nurturing environment and non-judgmental philosophy.
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Senior Level Education Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level education specialist job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have led curriculum development, managed cross-functional projects, or overseen instructional teams end to end. A strong portfolio of measurable outcomes, such as improved learner performance or scaled training programs, carries significant weight. Demonstrated ability to align education initiatives with organizational goals and mentor junior staff gives candidates a clear edge over those with equivalent years but narrower scope.
Which companies hire senior level education specialists?
Companies hiring senior level education specialists right now include Oakland Unified School District, Klaviyo, and Mayo Clinic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large school districts, higher education institutions, healthcare systems, and corporate learning and development teams that need experienced professionals to own complex programs.
Are there remote senior level education specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and function. About 0% of senior level education specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully remote roles most common in instructional design, e-learning development, and training program management. On-site and hybrid roles are more typical when direct oversight of staff, classrooms, or learners is required.
What makes an education specialist role senior level?
Senior level education specialist roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. Professionals at this stage lead program strategy, set curriculum direction, and are accountable for outcomes across an entire initiative or team. They typically mentor mid-level staff, collaborate with leadership on institutional priorities, and bring deep subject-matter expertise that informs decisions rather than follows direction.
Which industries hire the most senior level education specialists?
Senior level education specialist roles concentrate in Education, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage large learner populations, face complex compliance or accreditation requirements, or run enterprise-scale training functions that require experienced specialists to lead rather than support.