Founded in 1996, Side by Side Kids (SBSK) is a neighborhood recreational afterschool program in East Austin’s St. Johns community. SBSK provides Austin’s only free faith-based afterschool program (grades k-5) through a collaboration of 30 partners and 30 volunteers, serving approximately 190 students every week. SBSK serves 4 schools, an area where 97% of families are economically disadvantaged. SBSK’s afterschool program has a 96% success rate. Learn more here.
We journey side by side with kids encouraging and equipping them to reach their highest God-given potential as everyday leaders and heroes of tomorrow.
Job Title: Afterschool Program Intern
Purpose of the Position:
- The Afterschool Program Intern is responsible for supporting and further developing the Side by Side Kids afterschool program through managing special projects, researching and/or developing new program activities, preparing for the upcoming days and/or weeks of programming, and processing student and program data, among other tasks.
Skills & Competencies Needed:
- Interest in youth and afterschool programming and understanding of its positive impact to the community it serves.
- Excellent writing and editing skills. A writing sample is requested.
- Excellent interpersonal and relational skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office products to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Data entry experience is a plus.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, but not required.
- Excellent organizational skills and an eye for detail.
- Complete an application, which includes a background check, two references, and training. Provide a writing sample.
Specific Tasks or Duties:
Daily:
- Arrive on time and prepared to begin working on the intern task list.
- Review task list to determine whether any additional instruction or assistance is needed and solicit that instruction or assistance from the appropriate staff member.
- Update appropriate staff on tasks in progress or completed.
- Complete online paperwork including, but not limited to, timesheets, weekly reports, and project to do lists.
Weekly:
- Attend weekly meetings with SBSK staff and Crew Leaders.
- Coordinate with other interns, Crew Leaders, volunteers, and staff as needed.
- Provide additional support on-campus by helping with homework, leading recreation activities, leading curriculum, etc.
Ongoing and Special Projects:
- Post-Homework Activities: Research, develop, and create games, worksheets, and other educational activities for students’ use upon completion of their homework. Brainstorm and develop ideas for new program curriculum (as needed)
- Parent Newsletter/Calendar: Write material for and create monthly, parent newsletter/calendar. Provide information about the word of the week and how our parents can discuss and reinforce these concepts at home. Gather material from students, volunteers, and parents while on-campus for newsletter.
- Special Weeks: Provide additional support for students during special program weeks, such as Arts Week, Service Week, Technology Week and Showcase Week. Assist with curriculum development (as needed).
- Special Programming: Plan and implement a special program (under the direction of the Volunteer and Intern Coordinator) that allows students the opportunity to learn something new. This is flexible based on the needs of the semester.
- Supply Prep: Prepare and organize supplies for the following week of curriculum.
- Administrative: Support the Site Coordinator(s) with any of the following administrative tasks: data entry, supply closet maintenance, file organization, shredding, event planning, etc.
As Needed:
- Report any suspected abuse or neglect to a Side by Side Coordinator and to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services hotline at 1-800-252-5400.
Coordinates With or Reports To:
- Volunteer and Intern Coordinator – for issues regarding training, resource needs and procedures, volunteer/mentor management, questions and areas of concern that relate to the internship or to any specific tasks assigned by the Volunteer and Resource Program Coordinator.
- Site Coordinator(s) – for questions, resource needs, procedures, or areas of concern regarding any specific tasks assigned by the Site Coordinator(s).
Supervision:
The intern will be required to complete a daily timesheet, detailing the times and hours worked, as well as the project and responsibilities completed. This timesheet will be submitted via an online form to the Intern Coordinator each day and will be reviewed at the end of each week. Weekly meetings with the Intern Coordinator will provide direct support and guidance to the intern by detailing weekly tasks and goals for the intern to accomplish. Feedback will be provided at weekly meetings or as needed throughout the internship.
Resources Provided:
All software, hardware, and other materials required for the job, including access to computers, a camera, a projector, a copier/printer/fax machine, Internet, and telephone.
Time Required:
10-15 Hours per week, weekly intern meeting, additional staff meetings if and as needed
Term of Service:
One school semester (fall or spring)
Contact Piccola Dorsey for additional information, or to apply.
Piccola.Dorsey@sidebysidekids.org
W: (512) 371-9393 // C: (512) 436- 3265
Job Title: Communication and Media Intern
Purpose of the Position:
- Effectively keep the families of the children involved in the afterschool informed of the events of the month
- Effectively keep our sponsors and involved churches informed of what the Side By Side Kids ministries are doing
- Raise awareness and attract new people to Side By Side Kids through online content
- Grow our database of student, family and volunteer information
- Provide support and assistance in the distribution of development materials
Specific Tasks or Duties:
- Take and collect photographs of kids and volunteers at events
- Attend pertinent SBSK staff meetings (once a month)
- Compose articles and stories for publications
- Assist Executive Director on Pledge Campaign
- Layout and design monthly bulletins and newsletters
- Maintain and update the Side By Side Kids blog weekly with entries, pictures, graphics, etc
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and Community Outreach Director on the design and dispersion of development media
- Maintain and update the Instagram account five times per week
Skills:
- Ability to use layout and design computer programs
- Good writing and interpersonal communication skills required
- Written and Spoken knowledge of English and Spanish is preferred
- Ability to construct, compile and condense articles into meaningful summaries
- Ability to convey information effectively to a virtual community
Coordinates with or Reports to:
- Volunteer and Intern Coordinator for weekly check ins, task list discussions, and paperwork
- Community Relations Coordinator for content, design and imagery direction as well as blog posts, social media posts and press releases
Time Involvement Required:
- 10-20 hours per week; some weekend and evening hours
Term of Service: 1 Semester
Contact Piccola Dorsey for additional information, or to apply.
Piccola.Dorsey@sidebysidekids.org
W: (512) 371-9393 // C: (512) 436- 3265
Come volunteer with Side by Side Kids!
Side by Side Kids is an afterschool program on a mission to inspire and equip kids in East Austin to be excellent students, make wise choices and follow Christ. Come volunteer with our afterschool program at one of four elementary schools in the St. Johns area. Our program runs from 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Monday – Thursday. Come serve at least once a week for a minimum of one hour for the semester during any of the following components of our program:
Homework Help: help kids as they complete homework, and engage them with learning games and activities.
Crew Time: join in during our faith-based curriculum time based around the scripture of the week.
Recreation Time: participate in structured games and play such as kickball, soccer and board games.
Requirements to volunteer:
- Complete online Volunteer Intake Form and Agreement Form
- Background check
- Orientation or Training
- Must be at least 16
If interested, please contact:
Piccola Dorsey
Volunteer and Intern Coordinator
W: (512) 371-9393
C: (512) 436-3265
piccola.dorsey@sidebysidekids.org
Afterschool Crew Leader (Teacher)
Job Title: Afterschool Teacher (Crew Leader)
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED or higher
Work Site: J.J. Pickle/T.A. Brown Elementary Schools/Webb Primary School, Austin, TX
Hourly Rate: $10-12/hr, DOE
Summary: The Side by Side Kids afterschool program empowers elementary-aged students through recreation, tutoring and academics, and a daily faith-based character study. Side by Side Kids is currently looking for crew leaders (afterschool teachers) that are high-energy, intentional individuals. $10-12/hour, 7-16 hours a week.
Responsibilities: Crew Leaders manage an afterschool classroom of 10 elementary-aged students. Must be able to work at least two days a week – Monday/Wednesday, Tuesday/Thursday or Monday through Thursday during the hours of 2:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Applicants must be available to work at least one school semester.
Requirements: Applicants should have graduated from high school or have acquired a GED. Applicants are not required to have an education background, but should come ready-to-learn about managing a classroom, teaching and mentoring elementary-aged kids, and being open to direction. Applicants should be passionate about working with children, intuitive about the needs of others, and ready for a challenge. Preference is given to applicants with experience working with kids and to those proficient in the Spanish language, though not mandatory.
Additional attributes SBSK looks for:
- Creative and quick-thinking
- Community-minded
- Friendly and energetic
- Enjoys interacting, mentoring, playing with and teaching youth
- Dedicated and hard-working
Start Date: Austin Independent School District fall and spring semesters
To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume detailing your interest in the position and applicable assets in working with youth and families to kelsey@sidebysidekids.org.
Note: Side by Side Kids, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information:
Kelsey Hildebrandt
Afterschool Program Director
kelsey@sidebysidekids.org
(214) 412-8369