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Stem Summer Program Instructor

3 months ago

Chicago, United States Gary Comer Youth Center Full time

**Comer Education Campus**

**Position Title: TRiO Summer Stem Instructor-Academic Program**

**Reports to: Educational Talent Search Program Manager**

**Status: Part Time - Seasonal**

**Schedule: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 9:00 am 11:30 am, 12:45 pm-3:15 pm**

**Rate of Pay: $20 - $35**

**Hours: 20-25hrs/week**

**Position Summary**: The Summer Stem Instructor is responsible for supporting and furthering the social, emotional, and academic growth of youth involved in GCYC’s Summer programs. GCYC Summer program runs from June 24th - August 2nd. Summer Instructors will teach two lessons each morning/afternoon (45min periods) between 9:00am and 1:00pm. Summer Stem Instructor will be hired to teach a Project Based STEM Course. Curriculum development will be supported by partner organizations. Summer Instructors will work to design and coordinate academic enrichment and curriculum at the Comer Education Campus.

**Essential Functions and Responsibilities**:

- Report to Gary Comer Youth Center daily, during the Middle School/Highschool Summer program, scheduled for Monday through Friday, Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 9:00 am 11:30 am, 12:45 pm-3:15 pm
- Design and implement project-based learning in partnership with curriculum partners
- Plan daily lessons in partnership with curriculum partners.
- Track participant attendance in program.
- Responsible for maintaining a physically and emotionally safe environment to further ensure proper youth supervision and managing conflicts, conduct issues, and incidents.
- Provide leadership for GCYC’s lower and upper primary aged youth.
- Serves as a role model for youth and community.
- Provide direction and support for college interns and counselors assigned to classroom.
- Build relationships with students’ parents/guardians by checking in regularly as students are dropped off.
- Provide engaging instruction to groups of students with varying academic levels
- Regularly supervise events and trips designed to help develop cultural competence and college knowledge.
- Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of all cultures or backgrounds.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Additionally**:

- Attends required staff meetings and training.
- Assist in the distribution of program information and publications used to promote the
programs and various enrichment programs as offered
- Works collaboratively in a team setting serving the needs of youth.
- Committed to the safety and development of all GCYC members.
- Supports the mission of GCYC.
- Abides by the employee handbook and established GCYC policies and procedures.

**Qualifications**:

- Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to multi-task, troubleshoot, and problem solve effectively.
- Strong computer skills, especially with the creation of presentations and MS Office Suite.
- Demonstration of cultural competency and dedication to working with youth, families, and
community members in our care.

**Education & Skill Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with middle and high school aged students.

**Core Competencies**:

- Must possess genuine care and concern for youth
- Classroom management skills that are engaging, non-oppressive, and age appropriate.
Demonstrates an understanding of guidance and discipline principles and conflict resolution strategies.
- Able to communicate effectively with youth, co-workers, stakeholders and families in a respectful and
culturally competent manner via written and verbal communication.
- Must enjoy working with teams but can also work independently.
- Demonstrates understanding of the positive youth development philosophy.

**Physical Work Requirements & Environment**:
The GCYC environment is consistently bustling with youth and community members. The Center’s work is fast paced and varied. Our work is done on site where our youth and families are. Therefore, it is required that team members meet these requirements:

- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Possess the ability to walk during field trips and to complete building and program rounds.
- Be able to stand and move with youth during programs, field trips and special events throughout the day.
- Must be able to ride various modes of transportation including school and coach buses, airplanes, cars, vans and public transportation.
- Can operate in crowds or with small groups.
- Able to complete administrative work in a shared office space within a youth center.
- A flexible schedule for evenings and some weekend hours is required during the school year.
Summer hours have a more traditional work schedule.