4-H Teen Mentor & After-School Program Assistant

Cornell University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Cornell University is seeking an Association Tmp Program – After-School Teen Mentor/Program Assistant to support 4‑H programming for grades K‑8 in a part‑time capacity. The role emphasizes delivering curriculum, promoting learning, and acting as a positive role model within schools and community partners.

The position is 15 hours per week with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour, and requires collaboration with the Program Coordinator and educators to ensure successful program delivery and safety

Qualifications

• Experience relevant to the role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with co-workers, volunteers, participants, and community leaders.
• Effective communication skills (oral, written, visual).
• Ability to relate to diverse audiences.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work within strict timeframes.
• High level of organizational skills.
• High level of computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Word, Publisher, e‑mail.

Responsibilities

• Promote and assist in teaching existing 4‑H program activities and research‑based curriculum.
• Encourage and engage program participants to complete academic activities that improve learning skills.
• Monitor program participants as needed, under the direction of the Program Coordinator and Program Educator(s).
• Serve as a supportive and positive role model to participants.
• Assist with monthly meetings and activities supplementing regular programming.
• Work as a team member in all aspects of programming efforts.
• Utilize mass media, including social media, for innovative delivery of 4‑H After‑School educational programs.
• Foster acceptance of the 4‑H After‑School program, methods, and policies, addressing community and individual needs while catering to diverse audiences.
• Cooperate with the entire Association and 4‑H Youth Development Program staff to achieve program delivery goals.
• Communicate with the Program Coordinator and Program Educator(s) and report concerns to ensure positive promotion of 4‑H programming.
• Participate in program discussions and provide input on delivery, evaluation, marketing, and building community connections.
• Obtain knowledge of best practices and policies related to implementing the program.
• Assist with professional development planning and pursue related objectives.
• Support the association in maintaining a safe working environment and comply with health and safety policies.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Diversity awareness

Deadline management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Word

Publisher

Email

Community knowledge

Cultural traditions

Tools

Microsoft Word

Publisher

Email

Job description

Cornell University is seeking an Association Tmp Program – After-School Teen Mentor/Program Assistant to support 4‑H programming for grades K‑8 in a part‑time capacity. The role emphasizes delivering curriculum, promoting learning, and acting as a positive role model within schools and community partners.

The position is 15 hours per week with a pay rate of $16.00 per hour, and requires collaboration with the Program Coordinator and educators to ensure successful program delivery and safety