Program Instructor- Dubois Elementary School (3675)

Youth Guidance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Paid sick leave

401k plan (after qualifications aremet

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training

Professional development

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Youth Guidance in Chicago is seeking a Part Time Supervisor to support before and after school programs. You will supervise students, promote program values, and assist with homework and activities.

You will work closely with the Community Resource Coordinator to develop curricula, coordinate schedules, and engage families, while maintaining safety and positive behavior in a school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or progress toward a degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of students in before/after school programs and promote Youth Guidance values.
• Maintain behavioral expectations in line with established methods and procedures.
• Collaborate in developing and facilitating before/after-school programs, including curriculum planning.
• Assist students with homework and projects.
• Escort students to and from programs following the schedule.
• Distribute program information and publications to promote programs and enrichment activities.
• Support regular school day administration and staff.
• Communicate information and provide support for parents and guardians.
• Provide conflict resolution with children, parents, families, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Student supervision

Homework assistance

Curriculum development

Communication

Conflict resolution

Program coordination

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: Chicago - Chicago, IL 60602
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: High School Diploma
Salary Range: $28.00 - $28.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: On-site

Position Summary: To facilitate programming and direct supervision for before and after school students as well as assisting the Community Resource Coordinator in promoting programs and performing responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision of students enrolled in the before and after school programs and promote the values of Youth Guidance and your assigned school.
• Maintain behavioral expectations for students in keeping with established methods and procedures.
• Collaborate in the development of and facilitate before and after-school programs as implemented by the Community Resource Coordinator, including curriculum development and lesson planning.
• Assist students of varying ability with homework and projects.
• Escort students to and from programs, following the established after-school schedule.
• Assist in the distribution of program information and publications used to promote the programs and various enrichment programs as offered.
• Provide support to the regular school day administration and staff.
• Communicate information and provide support for parents.
• Provide conflict resolution with children, parents, families, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience/Training

• Must have minimum of High school Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree or student working towards a degree preferred.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to understand the policies, procedures, and general organizational structure of the Chicago Public Schools.
• Ability to be proactive with projects and follow through in a timely manner with an end result that adheres to the Resource Coordinators vision.
• Ability to be flexible with program assignments and make changes to projects and proposals on the fly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in conflict resolution.

Core Competencies

• Communication:Able to use effective written and oral communication with internal and external audiences and stakeholders; demonstrates empathy and listening
• Client orientation:Can recognize needs of diverse stakeholders and approaches relationships with a service orientation to ultimately maximize impact
• Equity mindset:Understands and is committed to goals of equity; consistently brings an equity mindset to the organization’s work and workplace
• Growth mindset:Views growth as important for personal and professional development; seeks out opportunities to expand skills, even if change is required; Demonstrated ability to be solutions-focused, self-reflective, and dedicated the continuous improvement of service quality
• Ownership and quality of work:Effectively manages own work and work of teams ensuring delivery of high-quality work. Proven ability to be innovative and a self- starter
• Supervisory skills: effectively manages and develops others
• Mission driven:demonstrates commitment to the mission of the organization as whole and alignment with organizational values

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Mobility to perform filing

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This job operates in a professional office environment, school setting, and working with the public

Benefits

• Paid leave
• Paid sick leave
• 401k plan (after qualifications are met)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training
• Professional development
• You may also quality for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Our Values

At Youth Guidance, we believe that creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected is fundamental to realizing our vision of bright and successful futures for all young people. We acknowledge that many systems and institutions intended to support youth do not provide fair treatment or access for everyone. We strive to celebrate the unique qualities of youth and recognize them as empowered leaders, problem-solvers, and experts of their own experiences.

Youth Guidance is an equal opportunity employer. Youth Guidance does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law and is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.