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2 people are interested
Politics- Club Facilitator
ORGANIZATION: DIDA ACADEMY INC
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
Club Facilitator Duties :
Learning Facilitation
- Engage warmly and enthusiastically with students, helping them to discover and pursue their interests
- Understand goals and methods of self-directed education and use as the framework for developing curriculum for the topics you’re teaching
- Plan and lead the assigned, 1 hour a week for however many weeks the term lasts, club group:
- Create a curriculum and lesson plan outlining skill progression, learning objectives, activities, projects, materials needed, etc.
- Facilitate weekly club meeting
- Facilitate reflection on learning
- "Bridge the gap" between the goal setting aspirations of students and the reality of executing them
- Balance predetermined learning goals with students interests and desires for learning
- Communicate and share feedback with Outreach Coordinator, Program Manager, and Executive Director as necessary
Politics Club
- We are seeking a facilitator who is knowledgeable about politics and is passionate about creating civil discourse around the current political landscape.
- We are looking for someone to lead discussions in current events, politics, and sensemaking
- Our ideal candidate would be able to set aside their personal beliefs to promote healthy dialogue and open ended discussions that do not shame or isolate students for their beliefs or opinions.
- Understanding of the socratic method and how to instruct students through such process is also beneficial
Qualifications
- Enthusiastic, lifelong learner who is looking to influence the next generation of students to also pursue a life of self-directed learning
- Enjoys working with teenagers, experience working with teens is a plus but not required
- Passion and sincere interest in politics, current affairs, and socratic method
- Professional experience in topic is great, but not required
- Is excited to work with a small innovative organization
- Has knowledge of self-directed learning methods
- Has knowledge of Zoom and able to learn new technology quickly
To apply:
Email your materials to opportunities@didaacademy.org, addressed to Danielle Denver (Executive Director). Include a resume, two references, and in lieu of a cover letter please answer the following questions. Please submit your application as an attachment (PDF preferred).
- Where did you find this posting?
- 2-4 sentence bio about yourself.
- Why are you interested in working with Dida Academy Students?
- Describe in your own words what self-directed education is.
- Describe a time in your life when you were motivated to learn something new, describe your process.
- Explain in 4-5 sentences why you are interested in being the Politics Club Facilitator.
More opportunities with DIDA ACADEMY INC
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About DIDA ACADEMY INC
Location:
539 ATLANTIC AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11217, US
Mission Statement
Dida Academy is redefining education through a self-directed, homeschool hybrid model. We provide an education that serves students above bureaucratic interests. Our unique environment encourages students to follow their innate curiosity, learn through experience and build meaningful relationships. Through dedicated mentorship, we strive to guide young people on a journey towards finding a fulfilling present and a meaningful future.
Description
Dida Academy is an alternate educational organization that seeks to promote self-directed learning for teens by allowing them to harness their inner intellectual curiosity and drive their own education in their preferred direction. We recognize the struggle of the children who feel forced to mould into the conventional education system and offer them a safe space where creativity is valued over competition. At Dida, students have the time and freedom to discover the passion and joy in learning. They are offered, but never forced, to participate in subjects that are considered core competencies (math, reading and writing etc.). However, our self-directed methods allow students to learn at their own pace and absorb information in a deep meaningful way. Dida facilitators provide coaching and resources to support students on their preferred learning path. In addition, they offer close mentorship to students to help them build self-awareness, collaboration skills and personal accountability. We curate activities and guest visitors that expose students to exciting opportunities and career paths. While at Dida students will interact with a host of community members that are the best and brightest in their fields. Providing students with extensive knowledge and expertise, our staff and volunteers give students information that can be transformed into deep and meaningful learning.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
October 13, 2020
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Hours: 2-3 hours/week Days: 1-2 days/week, Monday-Friday Time: 1 hour club session once a week (club sessions last for 4-7 weeks); occasional evening meetings requested (usually via Zoom or phone call); time is flexible