Summer Day Camp Mentors for Girls Ages 6-12
ORGANIZATION: Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley
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Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley is seeking mentors to facilitate our research-based educational programs for girls in Shasta and Tehama Counties. Girls Inc. welcomes girls from all backgrounds into age appropriate programs and activities; extends and enriches educational opportunities; instills a sense of purpose, meaning, and future; creates a safe and respectful environment; builds a welcoming atmosphere of diversity; and supports a happy, safe, and successful girlhood in our community.
Candidates should be passionate about our youth, able to see their value and potential, and prepared to lead them towards successful, independent, and fulfilling lives. Preferred candidates will show interest in delivering education and empowerment programs and strategies for girls in the Northern Sacramento Valley region.
Principal Responsibilities:
* Follow established curriculum to conduct educational and social support programs for small groups of girls in school or youth center settings
* Lead programs consisting of 2-hour sessions with school-aged girls
* Keep Program Coordinator informed of any issues, concerns, needs, trends, and unusual activities
* Maintain accurate class records and conduct program surveys
* Participate in staff meetings as requested
* Assist in informing parents and other caregivers about the program and related activities
* Monitors and maintains program supplies
* Assists with field trips
Qualifications:
* Commitment to the Girls Inc. mission
* College degree completion or demonstrated progress toward completion
* Successful work experience demonstrating reliability, punctuality, and good interpersonal skills
* Must have reliable transportation to get to program site
* Basic computer/internet skills and ability to use email for correspondence
* Ability to pass background check and drug test
Compensation: Expense reimbursement and a per-program stipend are available.
Application Process: Please submit a current resume and cover letter for consideration.
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About Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley
Location:
1320 Yuba Street, Suite 211, Redding, CA 96001, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Girls Inc. is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.
Description
Girls Incorporated of the Northern Sacramento Valley is an affiliate of Girls Incorporated National. With roots dating back to 1864, Girls Incorporated is the oldest girl-focused organization in the United States. Since our beginning, Girls Inc. has been transforming girls' views of themselves and helping them recognize the endless stream of opportunities that exist. Today, innovative programs help girls confront subtle societal messages about their potential and self-worth, and prepare them to lead successful, independent, and fulfilling lives. Girls Inc. delivers nationally researched and evaluated programs to girls ages 6-18 years old. The programs offered are designed and proven to empower girls and increase their self-esteem. Eight (8) identity programs focus on the issues and challenges girls face each day and equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills to reach their maximum potential, to value themselves, and to assert their individual rights. Programming focuses on science, math and technology, economic and media literacy, health and sexuality, equality in individual and team sports, substance abuse prevention, and leadership and advocacy. Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley became an affiliate of the national organization in 2006 and offers outreach programs to school sites in Shasta and Tehama County service areas. The organization is goverened by a Board of Directors commited to the Girls Inc. mission and the well-being of girls in our North State communities
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
TBAAnderson, CA 96007
DATE POSTED
August 17, 2018
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- People Skills
- Teaching / Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check