Afterschool Community Leader

Community Works is Hiring for Fall 2024!

Community Leader

Our Mission

Community Works builds a creative & healthy (greater) New Orleans by increasing equitable access to innovative programs that engage young people.

Community Works Programming

CW Programs include Enrichment time for students from k-8th covering a variety of disciplines including dance, art, music, recreation, meditation, stem/steam, chess, creative writing, theater and more. All Enrichment classes are created by instructors and incorporate Academic Louisiana Student Standards. CW makes it a priority to meet students where they are at by creating genuine connections through classes that are relatable to students. 

Position Description 

• This position is contract work (1099 taxes)

• Pay rate $35/hour. 

• Pay day is at the end of each month either via direct deposit or check.

• Program staff will be expected to comply with all covid procedures in place by CW + partner schools.

• CW will organize/lead professional developments for instructors to attend including: racial equity, curriculum planning, youth engagement, inclusion, and more

Responsibilities

• Uphold CW standards and values

• Oversee program schedule

• Field instructor questions

• Recruitment of new students

• Review and assist with instructor curriculum

• Maintain attendance (on site copies + inputting/giving to office)

• Facilitate “Community Time” with students when applicable

• Organize and lead Community meetings and check ins

  Maintain a relationship with School Day Administration

• Maintain communication with families before and throughout programming

• Oversee the performance of each instructor during the program.
• Support behavioral issues / behavioral intervention - small group.

Qualifications

• Previous youth development + management experience is required 

• Formal teaching experience is preferred but not required

• Background checks will be processed by CW. Background check findings will not automatically disqualify you from the hiring process.

• Reliable form of transportation is required 

Position Values

• Passion for youth development 

• Flexibility to meet students where they are at

• Connection + Mentorship between students, staff and admin

• Creativity in engaging and educational curriculum 

• Youth Voice + Leadership within class culture

How to Apply 

If you are interested in this position, please complete the application by following the link below. From there, a Community Works team member will reach out to set up an interview! If you have additional questions, please email Voir email sur worknola.com. 

Complete application here → http://ow.ly/3yxm50EeWXr