Program Instructor-Uplift Community High School (3599)

YOUTH GUIDANCE•Chicago, IL

8d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

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. This is a part-time position working 4 hours a week, typically from 3:45 PM to 5:45 PM, two days a week.

Requirements

Minimum of High school Diploma or GED.
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 Coordinator's 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 use effective written and oral communication with internal and external audiences and stakeholders; demonstrates empathy and listening.
Can recognize needs of diverse stakeholders and approaches relationships with a service orientation to ultimately maximize impact.
Understands and is committed to goals of equity; consistently brings an equity mindset to the organization’s work and workplace.
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 to the continuous improvement of service quality.
Effectively manages own work and work of teams ensuring delivery of high-quality work.
Proven ability to be innovative and a self-starter.
Effectively manages and develops others.
Demonstrates commitment to the mission of the organization as whole and alignment with organizational values.
Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
Mobility to perform filing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or student working towards a degree preferred.

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.