Do you enjoy working with immigrant and refugee youth? Do you find fulfillment in educating and supporting clients towards thriving in their educational, vocational, and social goals? If so, then our part-time After School Program Assistant position at the International Institute of St. Louis is the perfect opportunity for you! As an After School Program Assistant, you will directly interact with youth clients and support their successful integration into the St. Louis community.
Your primary responsibility will be to assist with the After School Tutoring Program that provides homework help, academic skill development, and social skill development to immigrant and refugee high school students. You will also support the Teen Summer Learning Program, a 3-week program in July centered on a specific theme. Both programs includes regular, direct client interactions, field trips, and administrative tasks.
Duties/Responsibilities Provide culturally competent, equitable client services with minimal supervision Assist with program related activities, recruitment and enrollment Assist individual youth participants or groups with homework help and skill development activities Assist with managing volunteer tutors Help to address emotional or behavioral situations that arise during program time Lead Program and activities in absence of Program Coordinator Assist with end of session activities & evaluations Enter clients and volunteers in database Other duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities Cultural sensitivity and flexibility Strong desire to work with immigrant & refugee youth aged 14-21 Ability to work well with others as well as independently Ability to speak and write English well Good conflict resolution skills Dependability and punctuality Second language (Spanish, Dari/Pashtu or Swahili) preferred Ability to maintain confidential information Ability to prioritize, effectively and manage multiple projects concurrently Ability to meet deadlines . Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Education and Experience HS Diploma. Prefer some college credits Experience working with adolescents and/or students with limited English proficiency in an educational setting JOIN US! Get ready to make a difference in the lives of refugees every day! If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. To apply through our website or to view other job openings, visit iistl.isolvedhire.com/jobs/
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST LOUIS: OUR STORY The International Institute of St. Louis, a nonprofit organization, is our community's immigrant service and information hub. Our programs and services for immigrants, their families, and the wider community are locally and nationally acclaimed. We connect new arrivals with services and resources, engage foreign-born and the wider community, and build a more inclusive community .
Our Philosophy of Service: We SERVE with integrity, empathy, and respect. We are ACCOUNTABLE to our clients, our community, and ourselves. We CULTIVATE our clients' dignity through choice. We support all aspects of immigrant and refugee journeys from ARRIVING to THRIVING .
The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. EEO/AA
