Lead Summer Teacher

Description

The Lead Summer Teacher supports the implementation of the 2026 Project Ready Summer Enrichment program in the Youth Education and Development Division (YED).

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (approx.), 35 hours per week. 8 week temporary role, beginning 6/29/2026

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Act as the team leader for the Project Ready Summer Enrichment program, including managing 7 summer staff members (3 Summer Teachers and 4 Summer Teacher Aides) 
• Lead a classroom of 15 middle school aged students for a 6 week summer program, with support from the assigned Summer Teacher Aide
• Support the Divisional Director of YED in the planning and implementation of Project Ready Summer Enrichment activities, for a duration of 6 weeks of active programming, 1 week or planning, and 1 week of closeout 
• Support the Divisional Director of YED in the delivery of staff training prior to the start of the program 
• Assist the Divisional Director of YED with the completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as requested by the Program Planning, Research and Evaluation Department.
• Administer assessments and assist with the tracking of participants’ outcomes.
• Under the direction of the Divisional Director of YED and SVP of Programs, monitor the program’s progress towards goals and develop plans for corrective action as required.
• Maintain client files and data as instructed by the Divisional Director of YED 
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Divisional Director of YED or the SVP of Programs

Requirements

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a background in teaching or youth development
• Requires 2+ years of experience in teaching or youth development settings
• Requires 2+ years of experience in supervision or management 
• Demonstrated ability to independently meet deadlines and requirements from supervisors. 
• Excellent leadership and directional skills 
• Well versed written and oral communications skills.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects and assignments, often with competing deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of race and class within the political economy of contemporary urban America.
• Competency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Access, and Excel.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.

Certifications:

Child first aid, AED, and CPR