What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Literacy Student Employee- Y.O.U. #2115 position at Oakton College?
Overview:
Assists the Program Manager in the supervision of youth in school sites.
Campus Location: Off Campus
Length of Employment: One academic year, contingent upon performance and organizational needs.
Can a student do homework in this position? Never
Hours Available: 1-10 hours/week
Schedule Flexibility: This position requires a fixed schedule. Student availability should be submitted in advance. School assignment will be made based upon the agreed-upon schedule.
Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities (TDRs) and Learning Outcomes
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· Manages a pod of 15 students through social, emotional and academic enrichment programs designed to support elementary or middle school students |
CM, PF, LD |
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· Assist with the delivery of daily lessons that focus on literary skill development, STEM, social-emotional enrichment and healthy relationships |
CM, PF, LD |
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· Tutor or provide homework support for youth |
CM, PF, LD |
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· Assist with leading daily enrichment programs that focus on art, STEAM, and/or sports and character building |
CD, TW |
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· Build positive relationships with youth that support their success ad well-being |
CM, EI |
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· Support delivery of group instruction in a safe and structured environment |
CM, TW |
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· Supervise youth during program hour in a safe, sensitive, developmentally appropriate, positive manner |
CM, EI |
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· Help youth build healthy positive relationships with each other, with adults, and with their families |
CM, PF, LD, EI |
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· Engage parents and family members as needed to support the youth |
CM, PF, LD, EI |
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· Demonstrate professional behavior that supports team efforts and enhances team behavior, performance and productivity |
CM, PF, LD, EI, TW |
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· Maintain timely and accurate records concerning youth participation and outcomes as needed |
PF. TC, CT |
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· Monitor youth during field trips |
CM, EI |
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· Other duties as assigned |
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Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities or KSOAs)
Qualified candidates will have the following competencies and skills:
- Eligible to work in the United States.
- Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
- Enrolled in at least six credit hours during fall and spring semesters.
- Experience leading educational curriculum for groups of 10 or more youth
- A deep passion for working with youth and families.
- A strong sense of teamwork, leadership skills, and project management skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a diverse group of team members and youth.
- At least one-year previous experience working with groups of elementary and/or middle school- ages youth in an afterschool or camp setting.
- Attention to detail.