Project Dream is hiring Club Leaders- flexible, rewarding, part time work in Leadville!
Out of School Time activities through the Lake County School District encompasses both After School – Project Dream and Friday – Project Dream.
Compensation: Pay is $16-$25/hour dependent upon experience, certification, and years worked. FLSA: Exempt. Part time work documented through monthly timesheets. Hours vary by agreement.
Supervisor: Site supervisor and/or Project Dream Director/Assistant Director
Start Date: Training in August; Programs start September 3, 2024.
Job Description: Out of School Time programs are looking for part-time employees who are responsible, well trained adults to provide club activities to a small group of students outside of regular school hours. A Leader’s job is to meet students where they are to help promote success while having fun! Programs provide both academic and enrichment support to students.
Job Calendar:
- After School programs take place Monday-Thursday from 3:15-6:00 pm when school is in session after school hours.
- Fridays are full-days of programming from 8:00-4:00 pm that will be held on most Fridays during the school year.
- Project Dream operates from September 3, 2024 to June 6, 2025 for the 2024-2025 school year.
Qualifications:
- Certified teachers or community members with specific expertise
- Prior experience working with students in an academic and/or extracurricular setting
- Enthusiasm, passion, and commitment to students’ interests
- Patience and a positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and apply new techniques to connect with students
- Ability to commit to one full semester of programming
- Must be able to pass background check required by District
Responsibilities:
The main responsibility of Leaders is to run a club of interest for students or help students learn during out of school hours. This may include teaching new skills indoors or outdoors, reviewing school day content, explaining how to solve problems, and using online programs.
- Support differentiated needs of students, including students with behavioral needs or IEPs, in order to help students achieve their highest potential.
- Supervise and serve as a role model to groups of students, providing behavior support through a Positive Youth Development framework.
- Follow the action step protocols for behavioral concerns as outlined in the LCSD Project Dream Staff Handbook.
- Effectively communicate with school Site Supervisors regarding any concerns.
Schedule:
- Required (paid) staff training in August
- After School/After Camp – Project Dream: M-TH during fall, spring, and summer
- Programs begin between 3:00-4:00pm
- Programs typically end by 6:00 pm
- Leaders choose their days based on schedules, we ask that leaders commit to an entire semester of whatever day they have agreed to work
- Extra duties may be requested
- Friday – Project Dream: Fridays during both fall and spring semesters, 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Compensation: Pay is $16-$25/hour dependent upon experience, certification, nature of work being performed, and years worked with Project Dream.
To Apply:
External Candidates:
Complete a classified employee application to Mike Adler, Out of School Time Director and Kathleen Fitzsimmons, HR Director.
A cover letter and resume would are optional, and will enhance our hiring manager’s understanding of the candidate in their consideration of your employment. In the cover letter please specify which program is of interest (After School/After Camp – Project Dream or Friday – Project Dream) and which school is of interest (LCES, LCIS, or LCHS).
Internal Candidates:
Please complete a transfer request form and return to Mike Adler, Out of School Time Director and Kathleen Fitzsimmons, HR Director.
