Garden Extended-day Instructor

Latino Network•Portland, OR

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Latino Network seeks a bilingual mission-driven professional with bi-cultural familiarity and proven nonprofit and community experience to lead a full range of activities for a growing organization. As part of a dedicated team working toward a shared vision, the SUN Extended Day Instructor is charged with supporting the SUN Community School Site Manager. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves position with the capacity to impact the education and wellbeing of hundreds of young Latino children and their families each year. If you are resourceful, able to build strong relationships, and passionate about working for educational equity, then the Latino Network is the place for you.

Requirements

Desire and ability to work with children ages 6-14 from diverse backgrounds to ensure an enriching, positive, and safe classroom setting
Experience developing and effectively executing academic and recreational lesson plans to a diverse student population
Ability to document work continually and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Possess strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple and varied tasks
Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, socioeconomic levels, and cultures
Willingness to work as a team member and support the mission and goals of Latino Network
Undergoing criminal and passing background check including fingerprinting is required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual
Bi-cultural familiarity
Proven nonprofit and community experience

Responsibilities

Act as a positive role-model for up to 15 students ages 6-8; 9-11; 12-14
Plan and lead garden classes using state approved resources
Support the program entirely including recess and supper
Supervise students in Safety protocols to ensure all are being safe even in areas such as: buses, hallways, classrooms, outdoor spaces, doorways as they enter and exit the building
Follow all guidelines and protocols as directed by SUN Manager to provide safe classes
Complete other activities as assigned by SUN Manager
Attend quarterly training sessions with SUN Garden Coordinator
Support garden workshops and garden parties for families