Studio Latino Instructor

Description:

Studio Latino Instructor

CLASSIFICATION: Temporary

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: PPS and Reynolds School District

TIME FRAME: 3-4 teaching hours per week, once or twice a week, for 8-12 weeks

COMPENSATION: $20/hour; preparation/planning time included; materials provided.

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

Latino Network’s mission is to provide transformative opportunities, services, and advocacy for the education, leadership, and civic engagement of our youth, families, and communities. Our work springs from the core belief in Latino community self-determination that is, the ability of community members to participate meaningfully in the decisions that affect their lives and the lives of their families. We actively partner across a variety of city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, as well as influence policy.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Latino Network is a fast-paced, highly engaged work environment with satellite operations within Multnomah County. We strive to communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. We actively seek opportunities for professional development for our staff and promote a willingness to change for continual improvement.

In this role, you will support our community by:

• Prepare and teach arts, crafts, or any creative form for grades 3 - 8th grades.
• Track attendance and ensure all students complete an end-of-term project
• Administer pre/post surveys to students
• Act as a positive role model for students.
• Participate and implement support program safety to ensure students are in a safe environment.
  

Requirements:

Undergoing criminal and passing background checks, including fingerprinting, is required

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge of planning and providing art lessons to students in after-school or virtual environments.
• Willing to work with school-aged children from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Specific areas of expertise that you are passionate about and eager to share with students, such as (but not limited to): art and your enthusiasm for creative expression.
• Desire and ability to work with children to ensure an enriching, positive, and safe classroom.
• Ability to document work continually and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, socioeconomic levels, and cultures.
• Willingness to work as a team member and support the mission and goals of the Latino Network.

TO APPLY:

If you, or anyone you know, are interested in joining us in supporting our mission to positively transform the lives of Latino Youth families and communities, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at: Latino Network

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required.

Latino Network is an equal-opportunity employer. We value and support diversity and inclusion to create a culture of dignity and respect.

We also invite you to learn more about us at www.latnet.org or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/latnet.