Program Instructor- Goode STEM Academy (2602)

YOUTH GUIDANCE•Chicago, IL

2d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

At Youth Guidance, we believe that no matter what challenges a young person faces, they are more likely to succeed when they have caring adults in their lives. Our highly-trained staff guides kids to overcome the life and academic challenges facing the youth. We meet kids where they are — physically and emotionally — to help them focus on their education, make positive choices, and remain on the right path toward life success. Founded in 1924 today Youth Guidance is a leading provider of outcomes-driven programs serving more than 8,500 youth while touching the lives of more than 14,000 youth, parents, teachers, and community members. 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. We are currently hiring Part-time for the following school: Sarah E. Goode STEM Academy 7651 S Homan Ave Chicago, IL 60652

Requirements

Must have minimum of High school Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree or student working towards a degree preferred.
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.
Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
Mobility to perform filing
all Youth Guidance employees must be fully vaccinated or approved for a medical or religious exemption

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