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After School Program - Homework Helper
Purpose
The position of After School Program Homework Helper supports Lifeline’s after school program, Club Crown Heights at La Casita. La Casita is set up as an early intervention program for at-risk youth and provide services for (on average) 30 children ages 6 to 12 on a daily basis. The site allows for a safe space for children to go to when released from school.
Specific Activities
Qualifications/Requirements
Physical Demands/Work Environment
- Assist elementary age children with homework
- Tutor individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance especially in reading or math
- Collaborate with La Casita staff to determine student needs and develop tutoring plan
- Keep record on student learning plans and activity logs
- Enhance self-esteem and confidence in the student through patience and encouragement
- Models excitement about learning through a positive adult relationship
- Support staff and programming as needed
- At least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education
- Possess at least 1 year of youth or education related experience prior to start date, such as:
- Experience as a tutor or teacher
- Experience as a paraprofessional or instructional aide
- Experience as a camp counselor or youth activity leader
TB Test, Drug Screening, and Live Scan Background Check
Work Schedule- Minimum commitment of six months or a semester (for students) is required
- La Casita’s operating hours are: 3:30pm – 5:30pm on Monday – Friday
- Must be available at least one weekday afternoon