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Northgate
READS Enrichment Instructor
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Location:
Northgate Elementary School, 11725 1st Ave
NE Seattle
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Supervised
by: Daisy Catague, Seattle Parks & Recreation Out of School Time
Specialist
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Research shows that high-quality summer programs
are a key opportunity for students to practice and retain the skills that they
have learned during the school year. Many students, however, do not have
access to engaging and high-impact summer programs. This is a reality that continues to widen the
academic achievement gap in Seattle.
Enrichment Instructors would provide enrichment activities in one of the
following focus areas: arts, gardening/environmental education, technology, and
physical activity. These enrichment
classes are fun and rewarding creative outlets for the incoming 2nd
and 3rd graders in our program and create an opportunity for active
learning.
Duties:
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Plan,
develop, and implement enrichment activities for cohorts of 10-15 incoming 2nd
and 3rd graders.
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Coordinate
with certificated academic teachers to plan enrichment activities that build
upon literacy skills taught in academic blocks.
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Work
under the supervision of Seattle Parks & Recreation Out of School Time
Specialist to maintain a balance of recreation, enrichment, and academic
programs.
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Collaborate
with teachers, school staff, and City of Seattle staff to create an innovative
summer program to meet the needs of the underserved student populations in the
Northgate neighborhood.
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Monitor
existing safety concerns and respond to emergency situations when necessary.
Time Commitment:
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Three afternoons per week for 3 weeks, noon-2 PM
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Enrichment program runs Monday through Wednesday,
June 25th-August 2nd (No program July 4)
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Two sessions will be offered: Session
1 – June 25-July 12 Session 2 – July 16-August 2
Skills and Qualifications:
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Consistent, flexible, and patient.
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Understanding of diverse cultural and
social/economic backgrounds.
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Effective in engaging students, able to
address different learning and behavioral styles.
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Strong communication skills.
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Must be able to complete background checks,
including WA State Patrol.
Compensation and Benefits:
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This is a contracted position. Individual would submit a Community Based
Organization (CBO) Proposal (see attached).
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Contract rate ranges from $15-$20 (based on
experience). W9 required.
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Instructors will have the chance to participate in
a pilot project through the City of Seattle.
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Instructors will gain valuable work experience and
training—ideal for future educators.
Training:
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Orientation to program structure and school
community.
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Training in literacy tutoring basics will be
provided.
How to Apply:
Submit CBO proposal to:Daisy Catague, Seattle Parks and
Recreation, 4209 W Marginal Way SW Seattle, WA 98106 or by email daisy.catague@seattle.gov. For more
information, please call (206) 615-0303.
