College for Kids (CFK) Seasonal Assistant

Parkland College

2d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

College for Kids (CFK) Seasonal Assistant Hourly Rate: $15.00 This position is an on-campus, part-time, up-to 19-hour appointment based in Champaign, Illinois. Applications accepted until the position is filled. Since 1980, Parkland College’s College for Kids (CFK) has provided area youth with exciting and innovative experiences designed to ignite a lifelong desire for learning. College for Kids provides the opportunity for students ages 6-13 years old to explore areas of study and interest in a non-graded, fun-filled environment through quality, hands-on experiences. More information is available at www.parkland.edu/cfk. All CFK classes are held on the main campus of Parkland College. The Assistant position is a part-time, seasonal, 19 hours per week or less, Non-Union appointment on a schedule established by the Youth Programs Manager. Events occasionally necessitate an altered work schedule with potential for work during summer months of June and July. Applicants must submit: An online employment application Cover letter Resume or CV Program Goals: Provide hands-on explorations in specialized fields such as science, math, language arts, computer science, technology, humanities, and fine arts. Provide challenging and intellectually stimulating experiences so students are encouraged to pursue their special interests. Expose students to a learning environment that will motivate them to achieve their highest potential.

Requirements

Must be 17 years of age as of date of application.
Highly motivated and capable of working independently.
Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
Patience when working with children.
Excellent communication skills.
A professional attitude and the ability to work well independently and with others, including parents/guardians.
Ability to work with individuals from various backgrounds and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.
In an effort to comply with SURS return-to-work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her SURS annuity upon employment.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

Promptly arrive on time and ready to work at assigned time.
Engage students in the classroom and support their learning by building relationships.
Create a fun, relaxed environment for learning.
Assisting in maintaining a safe environment for all students and staff.
Assist in classroom management.
Assist instructor in classroom preparations, including, but not limited to locating and organizing supplies, setting up classroom for projects, collecting projects, visiting supply room, communicating to instructor and/or Youth Programs Manager any supply needs.
Safely escort students to and from restrooms and snack areas, if applicable.
Manage student dismissal and pickup after classes.
Ensure students are picked up by an approved person.
Communicate any emergencies by phone in a professional, timely manner.
Attend mandatory CFK Instructor/Staff Orientation and work both summer sessions if summer employment is desired.
Perform other duties as assigned.