Afterschool Arts & Culture Program Assistant

RINCON FAMILY SERVICES•Chicago, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Afterschool Arts & Culture Program Assistant supports the daily operations of Rincon’s “To the Moon” afterschool arts and culture program. The role assists with recruitment, enrollment, promotion, instruction, and maintaining program data documentation. The Assistant also supports program planning and curriculum, promotes youth engagement in arts projects, helps coordinate schedules and activities, supervises participants, meets program deliverables, and completes reporting and data entry.

Requirements

Strong classroom management skills.
Good written and oral communication skills.
At least two years of experience working in similar programs.
Ability to relate effectively with diverse populations.
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and auto insurance.
CPR certification.
Experience working with youth ages 6–12.
Experience in arts and culture education.
Experience developing workshops and implementing small groups.
Leadership and role-modeling ability.
Strong organizational skills.
Enthusiasm and energy.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to use creativity to design fun and educational activities.
Accountability.
Awareness of child development.

Nice To Haves

Spanish/English bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in designing the afterschool program work plan and curriculum.
Encourage participants to engage in arts projects reflecting respect, creation, self-expression, self-awareness, and youth leadership.
Assist the coordinator with program scheduling and the monthly calendar of activities.
Supervise program participants during program implementation.
Meet To the Moon program deliverables.
Complete and submit reports efficiently and on time.
Enter data in City Span and RFS tracking systems.
Assist with recruitment, enrollment, promotion, and program instruction.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance.
Dental and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
403(b) retirement plan.
Paid time off accruing up to 21 days in the first year, with some carryover allowed.
Employee Assistance Program.
Professional development opportunities.
Employment may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Certain employees may qualify for City of Chicago commuter transit benefits.