Job Details
Level
Entry
Job Location
Creston (K-8) School - Portland, OR
Salary Range
$18.13 - $18.50 Hourly
Description
At Impact NW we are a nonprofit with a mission to prevent homelessness, because we believe in the fundamental right to: beautiful life, stability and peace. More importantly, it also means a life filled with opportunity and community support, especially for Indigenous, Black, Brown, Melanated, Immigrant, and Asian people.
What we seek is for you to share your skill sets - especially if you:

• Put people first
• See the beauty in people
• Promote peace
• Find a way

We believe that with our mission and values as our north star, we can move toward our vision of a future where housing is a human right. If this resonates with you, we'd love to have your purpose and passion on our team at Impact NW.
With you sending in your resume and cover letter / application ensures that you are doing a part in the quest for "a stronger, more equitable community" in the Portland Metro Area. Our People and Culture Department look forward to hearing from you.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW : SUN stands for Schools Uniting Neighborhoods. SUN Community Schools are school-based delivery sites for a comprehensive set of services including educational, enrichment, recreational, social and health services. It is a school serving as a support hub, with schools and communities working together to support the success of children and families and provide a comprehensive array of services. They serve as the vehicle to link community organizations such as libraries, parks, social services, area churches and businesses with students and families.
JOB SUMMARY: The Extended Day Instructor will work with the SUN Site Supervisor and Extended Day Coordinator to provide enrichment classes and activities after school.
HOURS: This is an on-going temporary position i.e. school year; working one or more afternoons at Creston Elementary School . Hours of program are 3 pm-5:20pm, instructors are asked to be able to arrive at Creston Elementary a half hour before their classes begin at 2:30 pm and to be able to stay 15 minutes after program ends to clean up. We are currently looking for an instructor who can work 4 afternoons a week, Monday through Thursday. The Spring term runs from April 9th, 2024 to May 16th, 2024.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach after-school activity classes.
• Supervise groups of 10-15 children individually or a group of about 30 - 45 students with other staff, ages 6-12.
• Track and ensure academic and social emotional development of students.
• Act as a positive role-model for students.
• Participate and implement support program safety to ensure students are in a safe environment.
• Develop curriculum for activity classes.
• Take attendance.
• *It is important to us that our staff LOVE the subjects they are teaching. We offer a variety of classes from each STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) field as well as movement-based classes like soccer or dance. We are open to almost anything! Please indicate your interests so we can plan appropriately.

Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely meet the following requirements

• Experience providing academic and recreational activities to students in after school environments.
• Experience working with school-aged children from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Specific area of expertise that you are passionate about and eager to share with students, such as (but not limited to): art, cooking/nutrition, dance, creative writing, environmental science, foreign language, geography, LEGO Robotics, team sports, ultimate Frisbee, etc.
• Desire and ability to work with children to ensure an enriching, positive, and safe classroom setting.
• Ability to effectively work within a strength-based, integrated youth support service delivery system.
• Ability to document work continually and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple and varied tasks;
• Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, socioeconomic levels, and cultures;
• Willingness to work as a team member and support the mission and goals of Impact NW.
• Must be able to complete and pass an Oregon Background check including fingerprinting prior to start date.

REQUIREMENT
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or willingness to get vaccinated
PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Familiarity/experience with Microsoft Office software and basic computer programs.

JOB CONDITIONS:

• Moderate lifting
• Orally communicate with others.
• Good conflict resolution skills and classroom management or willingness to learn