Madonna Mission, a non-profit supporting education of the
refugee community, is seeking an After School Director position who
has two years teaching experience. Here is the link to the Madonna Mission
website as well if interested in learning more: https://www.madonnamission.org/
After School Program
Director
Madonna Mission, non-profit
program; Rogers Park, Illinois
Mission statement
Madonna
Mission is a non-profit, faith-based organization that supports international
refugee families who have been resettled in the Chicago area. The goal of
Madonna Mission is to welcome these families to their new community, provide
enriching educational programs, and create a safe haven for support. We serve
refugees regardless of race, religion, or nationality and place a high priority
on promoting human dignity.
After School Program Description
Refugee
children in grades K-8 receive homework help and literacy development at
Madonna Mission 4 days per week (Monday – Thursday) from 3-6pm. This program
has successfully provided tutoring and support for the past six years. Our
center is located in Rogers Park, where we are walking distance from the
majority of resettled families and schools in the area. Volunteers from nearby
neighborhoods, as well as our partnering universities and high schools, provide
academic support and mentoring to our students.
Role Description
Madonna Mission is hiring an
after-school Program Director for the 2019/2020 school year. The position
requires on-site K-8 instructional support and supervision of volunteer staff
Monday through Thursday from 3pm to 6pm, as well as additional dedicated hours
for curriculum resource collecting, lesson planning, teacher and volunteer
communications, and community building.
In this position you will develop
and manage the after school program curriculum for approximately 100 students, partner
with teachers to determine students' academic needs, manage a volunteer staff
of 150 tutors from local universities and high schools, oversee operations, and
build relationships with the community.
· Curriculum management – Develop and
maintain previously selected reading program, administer placement testing and
end-of-year evaluations, monitor and report on metrics, develop and maintain
appropriate alternate curriculum for students.
· Partnerships – Manage
successful partnerships necessary to student advancement with, including but
not limited to, parents and classroom teachers.
· Volunteer tutor management – Continue
established partnerships with high schools and universities that provide
tutors. Train and assess tutors in collaboration with service organizations and
board volunteers. Ensure appropriate staffing levels to match CPS calendar.
· Operations/Administration – Prep
classroom/environment daily, obtain and maintain necessary tutor and student
records, maintain effective bus service, maintain compliant snack program,
report at quarterly board meetings.
· Engagement – Maintain a
culture of community and celebration of our mission within the program.
·
Other duties as assigned
Experience:
At least 2 years teaching experience.
Education:
·
A bachelor’s degree in education or related
field.
·
Preferred but not required: Professional
Educator License & ESL Endorsement
Personal Qualifications
· Passion and
dedication for education
· Leadership
· Ability to be
flexible
· Self-motivated
· Patient and
empathetic
· Ability to
build and maintain relationships with parents, children and tutors
Benefits:
·
CPS school vacation schedule
·
Play a critical role in welcoming refugees to
the United States by advancing children’s educational opportunities
Salary:
$35,000 annually
Please send cover letter and resume to program founder:
