Temporary Summer Academy 2026 Counselor

Join to apply for the Temporary Summer Academy 2026 Counselor role at Florida International University. 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. About FIU Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university. Job Summary The Center for Children and Families at Florida International University announces FIU Summer Academy Counselor positions for 2026. Eligible children for FIU Summer Academy are recruited from preschool programs in or around the Liberty City community and are receiving, or eligible to receive, services through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for moderate-to-severe learning and/or behavioral needs. Services are provided at an early childhood center in Liberty City. The program provides treatment tailored to children's individual behavioral and learning difficulties. The dates of employment for the Counselor position are Monday, June 1, 2026, through Friday, July 31, 2026. Counselor hours of employment are 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with three 30‑minute breaks, Monday through Friday. Counselors will be paid $15.00/hour. Total compensation will be approximately $5,160. Current students may also be able to arrange for academic course credit through their university departments. Children and counselors are assigned to groups of four or five counselors and 10 to 15 children of similar age. Children participate in a variety of classroom‑based and recreational activities. Staff members implement an extensive behavior modification treatment program including feedback and associated consequences for positive and negative behaviors, daily and weekly rewards for appropriate behavior, social praise and attention, appropriate commands, and time‑out from positive reinforcement. Counselors also record, track, and enter daily records of children's behavior and response to the treatment. Counselors will work under the supervision of experienced faculty and staff members. Counselors in FIU Summer Academy deliver the treatment components within both classroom and recreational contexts. Counselors will assist in the following each day: (1) leading an academic center (i.e., English/Language Arts, Math, Science, Writing); (2) leading a sport (i.e., soccer, kickball, tee ball); (3) delivery of treatment components during large group instruction periods; (4) assisting in the delivery of an evidence‑based reading intervention; and (5) tracking the daily behavioral progress for assigned cases. Sports experience or teaching experience is not a requirement for the FIU Summer Academy program. Responsibilities Lead an academic center (English/Language Arts, Math, Science, Writing). Lead a sport (soccer, kickball, tee ball). Deliver treatment components during large group instruction periods. Assist in the delivery of an evidence‑based reading intervention. Track the daily behavioral progress for assigned cases. Read and familiarize yourself with the program manual and behavior modification system categories, rules, and operational definitions prior to employment. Participate in training activities, including lectures, slide and video presentations, testing, and daily active role‑plays during the first two weeks of employment. Schedule Monday‑Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM (including three 30‑minute breaks). Compensation Hourly wage: $15.00. Estimated total compensation: $5,160. Current students may arrange academic course credit. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Behavior Analysis, Social Work, or related field and experience working with children and teenagers, OR equivalent education and/or experience. Desired Qualifications Undergraduate-level study in Psychology, Education, Behavior Analysis, Social Work, or related field; experience working with children or adolescents in settings such as summer camps, after‑school programs, sports programs, daycare programs, and educational programs. Previous experience in teaching, refereeing, or coaching children in sports is also advantageous. Pre‑Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check. Fingerprinting Check. How to Apply – Prospective Employee If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e‑mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in “My Applications.” It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/CV into one attachment in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details, even when attaching a resume. How to Apply – Current Employee As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in “My Applications.” It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Disclosures Clery Notice In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station). Pay Transparency Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu. #J-18808-Ljbffr