Lead Instructor - North Lawndale Prep (Part-Time)

Family Focus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Focus in Chicago seeks a Lead Instructor for the Sustainable Community School Out of School program. This part-time, seasonal role runs Sept 2026–July 2027 and focuses on student-centered activities and enrichment aligned with the Curriculum Alignment Plan. Duties include preparing materials and supporting academic and social development.

Hours are Mon–Thu, 12:30 pm–5:30 pm (up to 20 hours/week). The role pays $22/hour and requires an Associate or Bachelor’s in Human Services, Education,

Qualifications

• Experience in instructing elementary-aged, hands-on after-school academic projects.
• Training in classroom management strategies and techniques.
• Ability to work in a team to develop an integrated program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and instruct K-8th grade participants in academic and enrichment activities.
• Create interactive, creative activities combining different learning approaches.
• Keep accurate attendance records and generate performance portfolios for each participant.
• Motivate students to increase performance, attendance, and program retention.
• Supervise safety of participants both virtually and in person.
• Attend meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Uphold Family Focus' mission through high daily performance.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Education or Youth Development

Job description

Job Title: Lead Instructor (Part-time, Seasonal) Location: Lawndale - North Lawndale College Prep Supervisor: Resource Coordinator

Family Focus is your partner in building strong families across Chicago and Northeast Illinois! We're here to support families and their children including emergency assistance, immigration programs, child welfare services, family support services, educational programs, and more. Our goal? To help our community thrive and reach its full potential! With 11 centers around Chicagoland, we're eager to expand our reach and make an even bigger impact. That's why we're on the lookout for passionate individuals who share our vision to join our team as we grow and serve more families. Are you ready to make a difference? We want you to be a part of our journey!

The Lead Activity Instructor will prepare and present materials for academic and enrichment instruction according to the Curriculum Alignment Plan that has been established by the Resource Coordinator. To support and enhance the quality of the Sustainable Community School Out of School program through planning and implementation of student-centered program activities. Under the direction of the SCS Resource Coordinator, the program promotes academic achievement and supports the emotional and social development of participants. This is a seasonal position running from September 2026, through July 2027.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and instruct K-8th grade participants in academic & enrichment activities.
• Activities must be interactive, creative, and combine different learning approaches.
• Lesson plans are due a week prior to instruction.
• Keep accurate attendance records.
• Generate and maintain performance portfolios for each participant.
• Motivate students to increase their performance, attendance, and program retention.
• Daily classroom activities will integrate teambuilding, cooperative learning, social emotional development, youth and leadership development.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of program participants virtually (if required) & in person.
• Participate in faculty and/or school meetings and training as scheduled.
• Carry out additional job-related duties as may be directed by immediate supervisor.
• Uphold Family Focus' mission through a high standard of daily performance.

The ideal candidate will have the following education and experience:

• An Associate or Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis in Human Services, Education or Youth Development is preferred.
• Passion to support children's learning and success in school through a strength based approach.
• Experience in instructing meaningful elementary aged, hands-on, after school academic projects.
• Teacher and/or volunteer experience in Chicago Public Schools considered a plus.
• Training in effective classroom management strategies and techniques.
• Ability to work in a team to develop an integrated program.
• Ability to take feedback in the interest of quality program content.
• Basic computer skills - word processing, email, internet research, on-line timesheet.

Hourly rate: $22/hour

This is a part-time non-exempt position.

Availability: Monday - Thursday between 12:30 pm- 5:30 pm (up to 20 hours/week)

Seasonal position: September 2026 - July 2027

Discover all the benefits we offer to support your well-being and professional growth here: https://www.family-focus.org/career-benefits/

Family Focus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Keywords: Teacher, Part-time Instructor, After School, School Year program, Elementary Education.