Community Works is Hiring for 

Summer Enrichment Teachers!

Community Works is seeking talented and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about arts education. Instructors will teach students who will have beginning to intermediate knowledge and will share an understanding of career opportunities in the arts disciplines.

Our Mission

Community Works builds a creative & healthy (greater) New Orleans by increasing equitable access to innovative programs that engage young people.

Community Works Programming

CW Summer Programs include Enrichment time for students from prek-8th covering a variety of disciplines including dance, art, music, recreation, meditation, stem/steam, chess, creative writing, theater and more. All Enrichment classes are created by instructors and incorporate Academic Louisiana Student Standards. CW makes it a priority to meet students where they are at by creating genuine connections through classes that are relatable to students. 

Position Description 

• Summer Camp Dates: May - June
• Hours: M-F hours vary between 8:00am - 5:30pm
• Locations: Vary within Orleans and Jefferson Parish
• This position is contract work (1099 taxes)
• Pay Rate: $20-$28/hr
• Pay via direct deposit or check. 
• Program staff will be expected to comply with all covid procedures in place by CW + partner schools.
• CW or partner schools will organize/lead professional developments for instructors to attend.

Class Responsibilities

• To assist, support, and work closely with teachers, administrators, and other team members in providing a safe, fun and educational experience for students
• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials and skills
• Modifying instructional strategies based on recommendations and evaluations
• Facilitating social interactions between the child and other children in the classroom. 
• Providing escorts and assistance to students as needed
• Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials and facilities
• Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips

Other Responsibilities

• Effectively communicating with CW Admin, Community Leaders, teachers and/or families regarding student performance and plans for improvement 
• Collaborating with team members to provide feedback and data related to student’s progress.
• Participating in team meetings and professional development workshops 
• Producing performance-based activities to support school initiatives
• Facilitating student inclusion in class or school programs, or other special events
• Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in the school environment and community. 

Qualifications 

• Previous youth work experience in some capacity is required 
• Formal teaching experience is preferred but not required
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required
• Certification in special education or Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) training is preferred but not required
• Background checks will be processed by CW. Background check findings will not automatically disqualify you from the hiring process.
• Reliable form of transportation is required 

Position Values

• Passion for youth development 
• Flexibility to meet students where they are at
• Connection + Mentorship between students, staff and admin
• Creativity in engaging and educational curriculum 
• Youth Voice + Leadership within class culture

How to Apply 

If you are interested in this position, please complete the application by following the link below. From there, a Community Works team member will reach out to set up an interview! If you have additional questions, please email apply@communityworksla.org. 

Complete application here → http://ow.ly/3yxm50EeWXr