Position: Student Zone Helper Job Type: Seasonal Part-time (mid-August - mid-June) Location: Los Angeles ABOUT PowerMyLearning PowerMyLearning is a national nonprofit that works hand-in-hand with educators to foster equitable learning environments that empower each student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The organization provides math-focused professional learning services to K-12 teachers and school leaders so they can support their students in mastering grade-level math content while fostering the skills for life-long math success. Through its early-grade program, PowerMyLearning combines professional learning with a math practice tool to enhance instruction, with a special focus on promoting math discourse, supporting multilingual learners, and engaging families PowerMyLearning has more than two decades of experience working in historically marginalized communities and has achieved statistically significant outcomes on academic achievement, social-emotional learning, and teacher practice. To learn more, visit https://www.powermylearning.org POSITION DESCRIPTION The Student Zone Helper assists students in-person in completing their own school assignments by utilizing a variety of resources in the Los Angeles Public Library's Student Zones, including digital resources. The Student Zone Helper will be assigned to a Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) branch (one of the libraries listed below) for a schedule that is Monday - Thursday, for a 3-hour shift anywhere between 2:30 - 7:00pm (hours vary by location). Student Zone Helpers are expected to work 12 hours a week and should not exceed 24 hours within a 2 week pay period. Specific weekly schedule is based on library branch needs. Current Branches with openings are: Harbor City - 24000 S Western Ave, Harbor City, CA 90710 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES General operation of the Student Zone during after school homework hours. Setting up the Student Zone so that it will be ready during the branch's Student Zone hours. Following all emergency procedures/protocols, as well as maintaining sanitary conditions in response to COVID-19, as directed by LAPL. Encouraging and assisting students in completing their school assignments Register students who participate in the Student Zone for LAPL resources (including an LAPL library card). Setting up Student Zone materials and supplies (including electronic equipment and stationery supplies). Answering simple questions and referring more complex reference questions to library staff. Assisting students in using electronic equipment. Ensuring that students adhere to the library rules of behavior and rules of conduct. Assisting library staff in maintaining records of participants, preparing reports of the Student Zone and collecting data such as evaluations and attendance sheets. Complete field reports for each student that visits the Student Zone and submit Monthly Feedback Reports Submit paper and electronic timesheets on ADP in a timely manner to ensure that hours are accurately tracked and processed Attend SZH mandatory trainings throughout the year Assisting librarians in determining what apps and computer programs will best suit the needs of the users of the Student Zones. CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Required: Passion for PowerMyLearning's mission High school diploma or G.E.D. Must be 18 years or older Clear LiveScan background check Good computer skills with knowledge of Google platforms (i.e. Google Docs, Drive, Sheets, etc.) Excellent communication skills Able to create a positive learning atmosphere Able to maintain a regular schedule Strong problem-solving and customer service skills Team-player who is also capable of working independently or with minimal oversight Physical Requirements: Able to bend over and/or crouch low to the ground throughout the work day Able to work in crowded, close-quartered environment Preferred (if applicable): Bilingual Spanish/English or other language Experience working with children and families COMPENSATION $20.00/hour OUR VALUES AND HIRING PHILOSOPHY PowerMyLearning strives to embody our core values: Strengthen Relationships, Embrace Learning, Advance Equity, and Embody Humility. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization in which we give voice to, and meet the needs of, the teachers, families, and students we serve. PowerMyLearning encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially people of color and members of other historically marginalized groups. PowerMyLearning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage applications from people with unusual career paths and diverse experiences. Even if you haven't had a similar role before, we welcome you to apply! TO APPLY Qualified candidates can apply by submitting a resume and cover letter. To get started, fill out our quick application on the right. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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