About Us
Volunteers of America North Louisiana is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with a mission to provide opportunity, promote dignity, and inspire change in all who find their way to us. As a church without walls, we do this through personalized housing, health, and human services that benefit children and families, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and senior adults.
Founded in 1896 by social reformers Ballington and Maud Booth, Volunteers of America began as a movement of “volunteers” who were committed and sought to "reach and uplift" the American people. Volunteers of America North Louisiana began in Shreveport in 1935 with the opening of a shelter for women and children. Leading with our long-standing reputation and brand, the agency has grown to operate 40 programs, which tackle our communities’ most pressing issues and integrate our deep compassion with highly effective programs.
Thanks to our dedicated team of more than 350 employees, along with thousands of volunteers, donors, and supporters, we aim to give hope to thousands of people each year. Through our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, we endeavor to attract qualified, diverse, and caring individuals to consider a career with us and experience a collaborative culture that offers challenging, stimulating, and rewarding opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Job Summary:
The Program Assistant works with kids in the after-school program at community sites to bridge gaps and provide resources for academic progression.
Essential functions:
Build and maintain a healthy relationship with youth in LightHouse program.
Assist students and program staff in all academic and operational functions of the LightHouse community site.
Assist Coordinator with classroom management and the 3rd meal daily.
Plan and implement daily lessons for designated small group sessions.
Assist with homework completion and remediate individual and whole group skills.
Assist students with subject content according to individual strengths in conjunction with BPSB/CPSB academic components.
Assist students with study strategies and techniques to increase fluency and skills.
Always observe confidentiality in regard to LightHouse policies and procedures.
Assist with transporting LightHouse students to program and home when needed.
Assist with light housekeeping duties.
Complete all other duties assigned by the Program Coordinator.
Job specifications:
High school Diploma
Some experience in the education field or with kids.
Other requirements:
Valid Drivers License
Ability to adapt to changes in daily schedule and work independently.
Ability to identify and address individual student needs.
Strong communication and rapport with parents and students.
Willingness to provide a creative and meaningful learning environment with experiences and nurture.