Part-Time K-12 Program Associate - People Serving People : Job Details

About us:

People Serving People is the largest and most comprehensive emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Minnesota and a dedicated leader in homeless prevention. If you want to help transform communities and see families thrive, then People Serving People is the place for you.

What do we need:

The primary responsibility of this role is to plan and implement educational and recreational activities for youth in grades K-6 within a small classroom setting. Additionally, the K-12 Associate will support the planning and facilitation of events and programs for youth in grades 5-12. Program implementation focuses on providing educational and enrichment opportunities for children staying with PSP.

We are seeking creative individuals who:

Possess a strong understanding of trauma-informed principles and their application in educational settings.

Have expertise in fostering foundational learning and development in education.

Show interest or prior experience working with youth in areas such as literacy, behavior management, social-emotional development, sports and recreation, project-based learning, restorative justice, and community development.

Responsibilities:

Support K-12 programs by assisting in planning, facilitating, managing, and implementing activities in an after-school classroom and recreational setting.

Understand the social-emotional developmental needs of youth and apply this knowledge to program activities.

Utilize effective classroom management techniques to maintain a healthy and productive environment.

Recognize the impact of toxic stress and trauma on children and their families and implement trauma-informed practices in the classroom based on established frameworks.

Provide basic first aid and care for sick children as needed.

Build and maintain positive relationships with families.

Ensure a clean and organized classroom environment through daily cleaning and sanitizing tasks.

Collaborate with People Serving People programs and staff as necessary.

Regularly evaluate programs for variety, suitability, participation levels, and overall quality.

Maintain accurate attendance records, program documentation, and statistical data.

Perform other duties as assigned by the K-12 Coordinator or Manager.

Assist with meal and snack preparation.

Attend special events with external community partners, which may occur on weeknights or Fridays (as late as 8:00pm).

Pay and Benefits:

$25.00/hourly

Part-Time, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Some Fridays, 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Subject to change with events and seasons).

401(k) with employer contribution at 6 months.

10 days of PTO per year.

Reduced cost parking or metro pass.

Financial wellness benefit

Cellphone reimbursement.

The chance to make a real difference in the community.

Prior experience in planning and teaching in a classroom or after school program setting.

Knowledge or child development, education, social science, child psychology, behavioral sciences, recreation, or related area.

Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft applications. Familiarity with iPad apps and systems.

Ability to navigate virtual meetings, events, trainings, and tasks.

Two or more years of experience serving multi-cultural and socially diverse population is highly desired.

Experience working with children and teens required.

First Aid and CPR certified or willing to be certified.

Comfortable teaching in multiple classrooms and locations when needed.

Compensation details: 25-25 Hourly Wage

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