JumpStart Group Leader, Sunrise of Philadelphia

Posted by Sunrise of Philadelphia on April 11, 2016

SUNRISE OF PHILADELPHIA
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Sunrise JumpStart Group Leader
DESCRIPTION:

Sunrise’s JumpStart summer program is a bridge program for rising 9th graders designed to build their 21st Century Skills, provide opportunities for them to explore post-secondary options, and prepare them to make a successful transition to high school. JumpStart will be held at South Philadelphia High School for six weeks, Monday-Friday, July 5-August 12, 2016. We expect to enroll and serve around 40 students who will be in 9th grade in September 2016.

This is a part-time, seasonal position responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all enrolled students. Group Leaders work with students to make sure they are engaged and participating in all program activities. JumpStart Group Leaders also work with each other and the JumpStart Program Manager to design and lead hands-on, project-based activities that help students build skills, begin to explore potential careers of interest, learn more about college, and feel more prepared for high school. JumpStart Group Leaders do not just monitor activities, they create and lead activities.

All Jumpstart staff will be required to attend training/planning sessions in June (times TBD) and will work alongside Sunrise’s JumpStart Program Manager and Teachers to ensure activities meet program goals. All employees are required to submit up-to-date background clearances and health assessments before they can begin working with young people.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Manage student participation and behavior, using positive behavior tactics to get students engaged and actively participating in all daily program activities

2. Available to work Monday – Friday, July 5th – August 12th, 8 AM – 3 PM. Program will run from 8:30 AM – 2 PM, Monday – Thursday. There will be a daily staff debrief Monday – Wednesday from 2 – 3 PM. Students go on field trips on Thursdays. Program will run from 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM on Fridays. Group Leaders will spend about 40 hours total in May and June helping to plan and coordinate summer activities.

3. Manage daily sign in and out sheets, ensuring students sign in upon program arrival and sign out at the end of each day

4. Ensure students stay on schedule and transition smoothly from one activity to the next

5. Monitor and Lead recreation and enrichment activities. Work with Program Manager to design and lead hands-on activities in a project-based format

6. Maintain a positive class environment and provide personalized support to students

7. Ensure students are using supplies and program spaces respectfully

8. Practice open communication with program manager and teachers to ensure successful implementation of program activities

9. Communicate with caregivers and family members when needed regarding student behaviors, both positive and negative

10. Help with student recruitment as needed

11. Work with Program Manager to coordinate field trips and special events

12. Attend meetings and trainings as required

REQUIREMENTS:

-Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Child Development, Human Services, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Can also be actively pursuing Bachelor’s degree, as long as you have significant experience working with young people.

-A minimum of 1-year experience working with middle school students in a school, community, or summer camp setting

-Knowledge of and experience with project-based learning

-Demonstrated experience implementing (not just monitoring) hands-on activities with students

-Enthusiasm for helping students become better at communicating, team work, problem solving, and being creative

-Enthusiasm for helping students explore their future career options and learning more about going to college

-Positive communication skills

-Demonstrated enthusiasm and dedication to improving the lives of youth and families

-Able to work independently and as part of a team

-Friendly, courteous manner

-Dependable and reliable

Sunrise is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AT WILL EMPLOYER

Resumes can be sent to ajubinville@sunriseofphila.org.