Position : Summer Program Assistant Liberty LEADS is a NYC-based college access program that has served over 200 underrepresented children between 5th and 12th grade each year since 1989.
Liberty LEADS was founded to empower youth by helping them attain higher education, embrace leadership engagement, and create a positive future for themselves and others.
Liberty LEADS provides an alternative learning environment in which young people can experience success as learners and increase their ability and motivation to graduate from high school and seek entry into postsecondary education and / or meaningful employment.
The program is guided by the principle that all children have gifts, talents, and great potential and can contribute to one another's social and academic growth.
We are looking for energetic and creative educators who enjoy working with youth during the summer and are available for in person programming.
Responsibilities - Assist Liberty Instructor and LLP Staff with assigned duties - Escort students from one area to another - Assist with lunch / snack distribution - Assist with daily monitoring of attendance - Participate in student outings - Participate in TA training - Assist with arrival and dismissal of students Qualifications - College Students majoring in a related field (Liberty LEADS alum strongly encouraged to apply) - Demonstrate knowledge of child development - Experience planning and implementing curriculum in group settings - Experience working with children / adolescents a plus - Salary commensurate with experience Requirements - Reliable WIFI and computer access - Attend mandatory curriculum planning session with co teachers and advisors (dates tbd) - Attend mandatory June 2024 Orientation Physical Requirements - Walking up and down stairs up to and including the nine flights to the gym - Supervising and participating in outdoor activities such as walking up to 20 city blocks, hiking or other activities as named.
Please forward cover letter and resume to : Marisol Saks, Operations Manager () and Mitchel Balcacer, Program Coordinator () - Bank Street College of Education - Liberty Leads and apply through the Bank Street website.
SALARY RANGE $20-$25 HOURLY RATE