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LAA "Latino Youth Leadership Academy"
Locations: Gwinnett County: Lilburn M. S. - Radloff M. S.
Dekalb County: Sequoyah M. S. - Cross keys H. S.
Job Title: Latino Youth Leadership Academy Intern
Department: Youth Department
Reports to: Director of Youth Programs or High school Program Manager
Status: 5-10 hours per week/Part-time. Days and time will be determine with each school
Term: August'14 thru May'15
About LAA: The mission of the Latin American Association (LAA) is to empower Latinos to achieve their aspirations for academic, social and economic advancement. Our vision is 'Opportunity, Education, and Access.'
About LAA Youth Department: The LAA Youth Department provides a range of services designed to improve academic achievement for Latino students. The department's vision is to provide comprehensive resources, best-practices, and initiatives that address the educational needs of Latino students and families.
Position Description: Actively participate in creating and providing hands-on strategies and experiences that empower highly motivated Latino middle and high school students through LAA after school program to:
- Increase their academic, leadership, physical, and cultural knowledge and skills
- Develop and implement enrichment activities and leadership curriculum
- Work with students in an after school setting, individually and in small groups, to provide academic assistance in mathematics, science, reading, and writing
- Work with students in academic, leadership, or community service learning projects
- Maintain accurate records of daily contacts and activities with students
- Work collaboratively under supervision of LAA staff.
- Assist Youth Department staff in preparation for LAA activities and workshops
- Work with students on team-building exercises and the college-going process.
Qualifications:
- Current student in good academic standing and completed one year of credited course work
- Must successfully pass a background check and valid photo ID
- Interest in working with Latino middle and high school students
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be dependable and flexible
Please email a current resume and cover letter (one page or less) addressing how you meet the qualifications, and reference list with current contact information to Eli Velez Director of Youth Programs at evelez@thelaa.org and Saul Valdez, High School Program Manager at svaldez@thelaa.org.
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