Community Literacy Student Employee- Y.O.U

Overview:

Assists the Program Manager in the supervision of youth in school sites.

Campus Location:
Off Campus

Length of Employment: One academic year, contingent upon performance and organizational needs.

Can a student do homework in this position? Never

Hours Available: 1-10 hours/week

Schedule Flexibility: This position requires a fixed schedule. Student availability should be submitted in advance. School assignment will be made based upon the agreed-upon schedule.

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities (TDRs) and Learning Outcomes

· Manages a pod of 15 students through social, emotional and academic enrichment programs designed to support elementary or middle school students

CM, PF, LD

· Assist with the delivery of daily lessons that focus on literary skill development, STEM, social-emotional enrichment and healthy relationships

CM, PF, LD

· Tutor or provide homework support for youth

CM, PF, LD

· Assist with leading daily enrichment programs that focus on art, STEAM, and/or sports and character building

CD, TW

· Build positive relationships with youth that support their success ad well-being

CM, EI

· Support delivery of group instruction in a safe and structured environment

CM, TW

· Supervise youth during program hour in a safe, sensitive, developmentally appropriate, positive manner

CM, EI

· Help youth build healthy positive relationships with each other, with adults, and with their families

CM, PF, LD, EI

· Engage parents and family members as needed to support the youth

CM, PF, LD, EI

· Demonstrate professional behavior that supports team efforts and enhances team behavior, performance and productivity

CM, PF, LD, EI, TW

· Maintain timely and accurate records concerning youth participation and outcomes as needed

PF. TC, CT

· Monitor youth during field trips

CM, EI

· Other duties as assigned

Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities or KSOAs)

Qualified candidates will have the following competencies and skills:

• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Enrolled in at least six credit hours during fall and spring semesters.
• Experience leading educational curriculum for groups of 10 or more youth
• A deep passion for working with youth and families.
• A strong sense of teamwork, leadership skills, and project management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a diverse group of team members and youth.
• At least one-year previous experience working with groups of elementary and/or middle school- ages youth in an after school or camp setting.
• Attention to detail.