What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Summer Teacher position at URBAN LEAGUE OF ROCHESTER NY INC?
Description
The Lead Summer Teacher supports the implementation of the 2026 Project Ready Summer Enrichment program in the Youth Education and Development Division (YED).
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (approx.), 35 hours per week. 8 week temporary role, beginning 6/29/2026
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Act as the team leader for the Project Ready Summer Enrichment program, including managing 7 summer staff members (3 Summer Teachers and 4 Summer Teacher Aides)
- Lead a classroom of 15 middle school aged students for a 6 week summer program, with support from the assigned Summer Teacher Aide
- Support the Divisional Director of YED in the planning and implementation of Project Ready Summer Enrichment activities, for a duration of 6 weeks of active programming, 1 week or planning, and 1 week of closeout
- Support the Divisional Director of YED in the delivery of staff training prior to the start of the program
- Assist the Divisional Director of YED with the completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as requested by the Program Planning, Research and Evaluation Department.
- Administer assessments and assist with the tracking of participants’ outcomes.
- Under the direction of the Divisional Director of YED and SVP of Programs, monitor the program’s progress towards goals and develop plans for corrective action as required.
- Maintain client files and data as instructed by the Divisional Director of YED
- Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Divisional Director of YED or the SVP of Programs
Requirements
- Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a background in teaching or youth development
- Requires 2 years of experience in teaching or youth development settings
- Requires 2 years of experience in supervision or management
- Demonstrated ability to independently meet deadlines and requirements from supervisors.
- Excellent leadership and directional skills
- Well versed written and oral communications skills.
- Capacity to manage multiple projects and assignments, often with competing deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of the dynamics of race and class within the political economy of contemporary urban America.
- Competency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Access, and Excel.
- Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
Certifications:
Child first aid, AED, and CPR
Salary : $23 - $24