What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Instructor at Ravenswood Elementary position at Youth Guidance?
About Our Organization:
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 instruct, supervise, engage and ensure the safety of before and after school students as well as assisting the Community Resource Coordinator in promoting programs and performing responsibilities as assigned at Ravenswood Elementary.
Youth Guidance at Ravenswood Elementary is a dynamic team of skilled instructors passionate about engaging students and creating a fun and supportive after school environment. We are seeking enthusiastic and responsible candidates that enjoy working with groups of students and are flexible team-players.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Supervise, instruct, plan lessons, and lead activities for students enrolled in the after-school programs and promote the values of Youth Guidance and your assigned school.
- Write and implement 2-3 lessons per week in subjects of your choosing, where you can share your skills and talents with students.
- Maintain behavioral expectations for students in keeping with established methods and procedures.
- Assist students of varying ability with homework and other projects
- Escort students to and from programs, following the established after school schedule.
- Provide support to the regular school day administration and staff.
- Provide conflict resolution with students.
- Available shifts are Monday – Friday 7am - 8:45 am and 3pm – 6:15pm
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience/Training
- Must have a minimum High school Diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree or student working towards a degree preferred.
- Experience working with school age children strongly preferred
- Experience working in a school setting OR working with groups of 15-25 people preferred
Skills/Abilities
- 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
- Ability to be flexible with program assignments and make changes to projects and proposals on the fly
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in conflict resolution
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits
Benefits for part-time employees include paid leave, paid sick leave, 401k plan (after qualifications are met), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), training, and professional development. You may also quality for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Compensation
$20/hr
DEI Statement
Our Values
At Youth Guidance, we believe that creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected is fundamental to realizing our vision of bright and successful futures for all young people. We acknowledge that many systems and institutions intended to support youth do not provide fair treatment or access for everyone. We strive to celebrate the unique qualities of youth and recognize them as empowered leaders, problem-solvers, and experts of their own experiences.
Youth Guidance is an equal opportunity employer. Youth Guidance does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law and is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. People of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $20
