Summer Program Assistant Director-- Junior Academy at Mass Academy
Summer Program Assistant Director-- Junior Academy at Mass Academy
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JOB TITLE
Summer Program Assistant Director Junior Academy at Mass AcademyLOCATION
WorcesterDEPARTMENT NAME
Mass Academy JMDIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute WPIJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Mass Academy seeks an enthusiastic organized and proactive summer program Assistant Director to support our Junior Academy summer academic enrichment program.This is a temporary position.
Dates on campus: June 24 and 25 for training June 25 and 26 in the evening for family orientation and July 7 through July 18 for the Junior Academy program.
Program hours: 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
About the Junior Academy at Mass Academy
The Junior Academy at Mass Academy is a twoweek summer program for rising 7th 8th and 9th grade students from many backgrounds. This day program is designed to provide academic enrichment and support through meaningful learning opportunities so that students will be more confident curious and engaged in their learning and realize that science technology engineering and mathematics are not only accessible to them but they are also rewarding and can open doors for their future. Participating students will receive literacy and math support engage in handson STEM projects and visit the WPI campus to tour labs and meet researchers.
About Mass Academy
The Massachusetts Academy of Math and Science (Mass Academy) is a tuitionfree coeducational public school of excellence that enrolls approximately 100 academically accelerated 11th and 12th grade students from Massachusetts. Math and science are emphasized within a comprehensive interactive academic program. Rigorous junior year classes and senior classes taken at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) prepare students for college academics before theyve graduated from high school.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Work hours are 9:30 am 5:30 pm daily
- Supervision of students and camp counselors during program activities
- Assist Junior Academy program directors with tasks as assigned
- Monitor adherence to safety protocols conduct regular safety checks and handle emergency situations as needed. Ensure that the program follows all relevant health and safety regulations.
- Assist with scheduling inventory management event coordination and any other logistical tasks necessary for the smooth operation of the program.
- Plan facilitate and supervise afterschool programming that blends STEMrelated activities with community building and socialemotional engagement
- Foster a positive educational and fun community; emphasize mutual respect and inclusiveness
- Help gather feedback from staff and participants and assist with postprogram evaluations. Provide input for reports that assess program effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- Create and maintain a positive learning environment for all students; enforce program rules in a fair and consistent manner
- Oversee student supervision during the afterschool program and parent pickup
- Actively participate in Junior Academy team meetings
- Work collaboratively with other Junior Academy staff including counselors
- Effectively communicate with parents students and staff
- Participate in other aspects of the Junior Academy program (eg. morning meeting and teambuilding activities)
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- Qualified candidates will have a background in education or outofschool programming and demonstrate a passion for supporting all learners through a culturally responsive lens.
- Previous experience in program management education or summer camp settings is highly desirable. Experience in supervising and leading teams is a plus.
- Experience with lesson plan development or similar experience required.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fastpaced environment.
- Bachelors degree required.
- MA DESE licensure as an educator or administrator preferred.
- Experience mentoring and/or teaching students from diverse backgrounds preferred.
- Experience working with middle school students preferred.
- Ideal candidates will embody Mass Academys mission and core values. Ability to work collaboratively required.
- Participate in mandatory training for all staff.
- Positive attitude responsible work ethic and ability to collaborate effectively with a team required
- Strong communication skills required
- Ability to work on your feet for long periods of time being very active 45 hours). May work events that are outdoor and exposure to heat rain and inclement weather.
- An offer is conditional pending a criminal background check.
- Participate in mandatory training for all staff.
To apply please submit a cover letter and resume.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (NonExempt)WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran statusor disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity collaboration inclusion problem solving innovation high performance and change making.It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Part-Time
