The Summer Program Mentor is an essential position in the Andy Roddick Foundation’s Summer Learning Program at Pecan Springs Early College Prep Elementary. Program Mentors are responsible for the routine supervision, health, and safety of an assigned group of elementary students. Enthusiastic, caring Program Mentors are an integral part of our program and the primary caregivers of the children enrolled. As role models, Program Mentors are selected based on experience, maturity, enthusiasm, creativity, and attitude. Program Mentors actively assist in preparing for and implementing of weekly activities. They foster positive relationships with children, families, and other staff while exemplifying the Foundation’s goals and values.
Essential Functions
- Direct, supervise, and organize up to 12 elementary students in a group within activities and throughout the program in order to meet intended outcomes
- Ensure students are properly supervised at all times, including while on site and field trips
- Assist in the teaching of various educational and recreational activities under direction of Lead Instructor, Instructors, or Coaches
- Be actively involved with students during program activities, including physical activity (e.g., running, jumping, etc.)
- Apply basic child development principles through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, and involvement and empowerment of children
- Serve as a positive role model for all students
- Build positive, mentoring relationships with students
- Manage student behavior, as needed
- Ensure that school and program rules are observed
- Ensure a healthy and safe environment for students
- Maintain positive staff, family, and community relationships
- Actively participate in staff trainings and meetings
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Some college course work completed in education or related field
- Experience working with elementary-age students required
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, a cooperative attitude, and the ability to work with and understand the needs of children
- Ability to teach and lead various educational and recreational activities
- Must be able to pass criminal history background check, Sex Offender Registry Check, and references
- Must be available for all staff training, including First Aid/CPR, from June 8-12
- Must be available to work Monday-Friday 8am-4pm from June 15-July 24
- Must be available to work July 27-29 for program wrap-up activities
To Apply:
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Submit cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to programs@arfoundation.org by February 27, 2015.