POSITION DESCRIPTION
Here Everyone Reaches Optimal Outcomes (HERO) is an ARP ESSER program under the Mid-Atlantic Equity Consortium (MAEC), funded through the Maryland State Department of Education. The HERO Volunteer will assist in the development and implementation of the operations of the after-school program for youth in HERO. The HERO Volunteer will report to the HERO Site Coordinator. The program will serve 45 students ranging from grades 6-8 at Buck Lodge Middle School in Adelphi, MD. Note – This is an unpaid volunteer position, with hours from 3:30-5:30 p.m. EST on Monday through Thursday with a time commitment of at least 1, 2 hour day per week. Due to the potential of school building closures due to COVID-19, the after-school program may be held on a virtual platform, so the schedule and hours are subject to change. We will continue to monitor Prince George’s County Public School systems. This is a non-academic year-long position with the possibility of extension.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Homework Support/Tutoring
- Provides one-to-one or small group homework assistance for students in 6-8 grade.
- Assist students with independent reading.
- Other duties as assigned.
Program Support
- Support academic and enrichment staff with the implementation of activities.
- Engage with HERO students.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with children or youth.
- English-Spanish bilingual is preferred but not required.
REQUIREMENTS
- Access to a stable internet connection.
Job Type: Volunteer
Pay: unpaid
Work Location: In person, Buck Lodge Middle School in Adelphi, MD
Reports to: HERO Site Coordinator
TO APPLY
Please email a tailored cover letter and resume, in PDF form, to nikevia@maec.org.
