Seen & Safe Prevention Educator Support (Higher Ground)

Chapman University Careers • Irvine, CA

51d • Onsite

About The Position

Higher Ground Youth and Family Services provides after-school programming for elementary and secondary students in Anaheim, California. Many of the students served come from under-resourced communities and benefit from individualized academic support that supplements their school-day learning. Through this partnership, Chapman University students will be placed as tutors within the after-school program to provide homework help, academic enrichment, and mentoring. The program aims to improve academic outcomes for K-12 students while providing Chapman undergraduates with valuable pre-professional experience in education and youth development. This position supports community residents by helping maintain welcoming spaces and strengthen programs that respond to community needs. Through this work, the role will help unsure that essential services and resources are accessible and contribute to residents’ quality of life.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled Chapman University student receiving a Federal Work-Study award
• Comfortable presenting to groups of middle school and high school students
• Strong professionalism, discretion, and comfort with sensitive subject matter

Nice To Haves

• junior or senior standing preferred
• Coursework in social work, psychology, education, or a related field is a plus

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate or assist in delivering approved Seen & Safe curriculum lessons in classroom settings, under the Program Coordinator’s direct oversight
• Support pre- and post-survey administration for program evaluation
• Help prepare lesson materials, handouts, and activity supplies
• Help maintain a safe, age-appropriate learning environment
• Immediately refer any disclosures or safety concerns to the Program Coordinator per Higher Ground protocol

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed