BRIDGES Summer Lead Teacher
BRIDGES Summer Lead Teachers work closely with the K-12 Programs Coordinator, K-12 Programs Specialist and Classroom Support volunteers to lead groups of children/youth in basic literacy and numeracy skill-building and other activities provided by REC. Lead Teachers are responsible for welcoming students in the mornings, overseeing literacy and numeracy activities, managing the movement of the group to different activity centers throughout the day according to the daily schedule, supervising the group during various inside and outside activities, games, snack and lunch times, and supporting any needs that arise for program efficiency. Field trips will occur on some but not all Thursdays, so if you choose to volunteer on Thursdays, volunteers are required to attend and support with student supervision on field trips. Thursday volunteers are also welcome to serve as drivers in a carpool for other volunteers on field trips (volunteer mileage costs can be reimbursed upon request).
Requirements:
- Must be a Michigan resident or have temporary residency in Michigan
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Ability to work with children of all ages (K-12)
- Self-motivation to identify and aid students in their educational needs
- Ability to lead a team of support volunteers
- Commit to volunteering consistently on a weekly basis
- Attend required training in person
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead students in a small group
- Providing reading, writing, and speaking directions to students
- Engaging students in learning activities such as games, puzzles, projects, creative assignments, worksheets, or any other appropriate activities
- Work with staff to identify, advocate for, and work on student’s educational needs
- Report progress and/or issues of concern to K
- Demonstrate teamwork and integrity with staff, fellow volunteers, and students
- Build relationships with students on a weekly basis
Ensure a safe and clean learning environment through assisting with after-program clean up