Part-Time After-School Instructor — Community Programs

Family Focus; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Focus is seeking an Instructor (Part-time) to support the Community School program at Lawndale- DePriest Elementary School in Chicago, IL. The role supports academic and social-emotional development through interactive, collaborative activities and leadership development.

The ideal candidate has at least a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of urban youth experience in educational settings, and availability to work afternoons, some mornings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year experience working with urban youth in educational settings.
• Must be available to work in the afternoon, some mornings, and weekends shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Instructor in the development and instruction of the Community School enrichment activities.
• Activities must be interactive, creative, and combine different learning approaches.
• Maintain effective communication with the Lead Instructor and the Resource Coordinator.
• Assist and participate in the Community School program activities at assigned site.
• Assist in the instruction of academic activities in math, literacy, and science.
• Assist in enrichment activities that include team-building, social-emotional development, and leadership development that is culturally relevant and affirming.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of participants through a strength-based approach.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and professional trainings outside program hours.
• Carry out additional job-related duties as directed by supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Family Focus is seeking an Instructor (Part-time) to support the Community School program at Lawndale- DePriest Elementary School in Chicago, IL. The role supports academic and social-emotional development through interactive, collaborative activities and leadership development.

The ideal candidate has at least a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of urban youth experience in educational settings, and availability to work afternoons, some mornings, and weekends.