Elective Summer Learning Facilitator

We link high-potential Black students in Chicago to the path to, through, and beyond college.  For Black students to become tomorrow’s leaders they must have access to educational resources and tools today.  LINK’s goal is to mitigate the effect of systemic and structural forces impeding Black students by improving and increasing educational opportunities and access. By equipping our Scholars with the knowledge, skills, resources, and social equity that further college completion and career placement, LINK is increasing the economic mobility and stability of Black students and cultivating a diverse leadership pipeline for our city.

Since 1966, we have successfully supported over 2,500 low- to moderate-income students.  In the 2023-2024 academic year, we will serve 300+ middle and high schoolers. Our Scholars represent more than 60 Chicagoland neighborhoods, with a focus on supporting ten South and West Side communities: Auburn Gresham, Austin, Bronzeville, Englewood, Garfield Park, Greater Grand Crossing, North Lawndale, Roseland, South Shore, and Washington Park.

Looking to make a difference by linking students to opportunities so they can take a new path—one that leads to their full potential and our city’s vibrant future?  Then join our team!

Position Summary

As an integral part of the Summer Learning team, the Summer Learning Facilitator is responsible for delivering lessons/programming as a part of our leadership development and academic programming. Summer Learning facilitators work directly with our Scholars to ensure that they are receiving, discussing, and understanding the material and facilitators are curating a rigorous experience. Summer Learning sessions will focus on grade-level content geared to combat summer learning loss and prepare scholars academically for their Math or ELA courses in the upcoming year. Additionally, one day each week will be allocated for exploratory learning that will include site visits and field trips around the Chicagoland area. During such programming, Summer Learning Facilitators will serve as chaperones and support Scholars in preparing for, engaging in and reflecting on their experience. All materials are provided for instruction and will be sent to Summer Learning Facilitators to allow for ample time to internalize the lesson and prepare for execution. Summer Learning Facilitators will collaborate with and report to the Director, Educational Programs.

Curriculum Design

• Development of a 2-week, 6 session curriculum inclusive of the following:
• Pre-Assessment & Post Assessment 
• Relevant state and professional standards for rising 7th, 8th or 9th grade students (please indicate for which grades(s) your proposal aligns)
• Objectives 
• Daily Learning Sequence 
• Bell Ringers & Exit Tickets 
• Culturally Relevant Activities 
• Competency-Based Formative Assessments 
• Differentiation Recommendations 
• Materials 
• Powerpoint slides 
• Handouts (digital & print) 
• Each curriculum must be standards-aligned, culturally responsive, and driven by an essential problem/question. 
• Each curriculum must have valid and reliable pre- and post-assessments that are aligned with curriculum standards and objectives.

Instruction/Grading

• Deliver instruction according to the lesson plans during each day of Summer Learning
• Support as chaperone during off-site Summer Learning Programming
• Support and build relationships with assigned cohort of Scholars as they engage in Summer Learning programming
• Assist with receiving Scholars and dismissing Scholars from programming
• Grade/score assignments and year-end capstone projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social/human services, counseling, social work or related field PREFERRED. 
• Previous teaching/instructional experience preferred.
• Ability to interface effectively with Scholars, faculty and volunteers.
• Availability on all instructional days
• Ability to ensure appropriate outcomes for Scholars are balanced and maintained

Characteristics

• Exemplifies the LINK Unlimited Scholars’ mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with all policies and procedures of the organization.
• Growth mindset and servant leader approach to educating in Chicago
• Cheerful and welcoming demeanor
• Must have outgoing and engaging personality
• Strong work ethic
• A self-starter, creative, and forward thinker
• Must have the utmost integrity and an ability to process, protect and exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials
• Exercises good judgment with an ability to manage situations with tact and discretion

Work Schedule

Part-time 

Orientation in early June with multiple date options.

Summer Learning Start Date: June 24, 2024

Summer Learning End Date: August 2, 2024 

Days/Time: Monday-Thursday, 8:30a-1:15p

• Session 1: June 24, 2024 - July 5th, 2024
• Session 2: July 8, 2024 - July 18th, 2024
• Session 3: July 22, 2024 - August 1, 2024

Must be available for 2 sessions at minimum

Compensation

Facilitators will be compensated $1,600 for the expected 2 weeks of instruction. There are opportunities for a 6 week commitment with compensation at $2,500.

To Apply

Submit an application at the following link: https://www.tfaforms.com/5111180 

• This application requires a high level curriculum description inclusive of:
• Biographical and professional information about you/the vendor
• Proposal Description 
• Scope of work/Scope & Sequence 
• Anticipated standards & objectives 
• Culturally responsive elements 
• Essential problem or question 
• Sample handouts

LINK Unlimited Scholars is an equal opportunity employer.