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Community Literacy Student Employee- Y.O.U. #2115

Oaktonstudentemployee

Des Plaines, IL, USPosted Sep 1, 2026

Job description

Overview:

Assists the Program Manager in the supervision of youth in school sites.

Campus Location: Off Campus

Length of Employment: One academic year, contingent upon performance and organizational needs.

Can a student do homework in this position? Never

Hours Available: 1-10 hours/week

Schedule Flexibility: This position requires a fixed schedule. Student availability should be submitted in advance. School assignment will be made based upon the agreed-upon schedule.

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities (TDRs) and Learning Outcomes

· * Manages a pod of 15 students through social, emotional and academic enrichment programs designed to support elementary or middle school students *

CM, PF, LD

· Assist with the delivery of daily lessons that focus on literary skill development, STEM, social-emotional enrichment and healthy relationships

CM, PF, LD

· Tutor or provide homework support for youth

CM, PF, LD

· Assist with leading daily enrichment programs that focus on art, STEAM, and/or sports and character building

CD, TW

· Build positive relationships with youth that support their success ad well-being

CM, EI

· Support delivery of group instruction in a safe and structured environment

CM, TW

· Supervise youth during program hour in a safe, sensitive, developmentally appropriate, positive manner

CM, EI

· Help youth build healthy positive relationships with each other, with adults, and with their families

CM, PF, LD, EI

· Engage parents and family members as needed to support the youth

CM, PF, LD, EI

· Demonstrate professional behavior that supports team efforts and enhances team behavior, performance and productivity

CM, PF, LD, EI, TW

· Maintain timely and accurate records concerning youth participation and outcomes as needed

PF. TC, CT

· Monitor youth during field trips

CM, EI

· Other duties as assigned

Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities or KSOAs)

Qualified candidates will have the following competencies and skills:

  • Eligible to work in the United States.

  • Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.

  • Enrolled in at least six credit hours during fall and spring semesters.

  • Experience leading educational curriculum for groups of 10 or more youth

  • A deep passion for working with youth and families.

  • A strong sense of teamwork, leadership skills, and project management skills.

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a diverse group of team members and youth.

  • At least one-year previous experience working with groups of elementary and/or middle school- ages youth in an afterschool or camp setting.

  • Attention to detail.

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