Summer Program Teacher & Coordinator | 2024

Summer Program Teacher & Coordinator, Charlotte Lab School | 2024

Job Posting Date: May 1, 2024

Application Closing Date: May 15, 2024, or Upon Filling Position

Start Date: June 3, 2024

Contract End Date:  August 1, 2024

Responsibilities

The Charlotte Lab School Summer Program Teacher & Coordinator position will work with the Head of Curriculum & Programs and have the following responsibilities in support of Lab’s vision:

• Use data to identify students in rising grades 2-4 for the summer program;
• Coordinate and send family invitations for the summer program;
• Responsible for the planning, organization, and implementation of the curriculum materials for the summer program;
• Serve as the educational leader and administrator of the summer program for LS & US students;
• Coordinate class schedules, procedures and sub coverages, as needed
• Assist the summer school teachers and assistants with parent concerns or complaints, as needed;
• Teach groups of gr. 2-4 students during the summer program;
• Supervise the safety and welfare of the students participating in the programs and remain onsite until all LS & US students have left the building;
• Take on other responsibilities as needed, and as assigned, to ensure organizational success.

Qualifications

Candidate MUST:

• Show clear commitment to, belief in, and alignment with the Lab vision, mission, and values;
• Be able/willing to learn how to fulfill the responsibilities listed above;
• ​Hold an appropriate degree from a relevant institution;
• Demonstrate experience in, and passion for, working with diverse populations;

In addition, the Lab School Hiring Committee will look favorably upon candidates who:

PREPARATION:

• Are NC certified;
• Have relevant experience in working and assisting in administrative roles;
• Have comfort with relevant technology and experience with Google Suite;
• Possess strong management skills;
• Are exceptionally organized and have the ability to prioritize effectively and meet competing deadlines;

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrate professional demeanor, strong self-confidence;

• Possess excellent written communication skills;

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills among diverse students, colleagues, and families;
• Desire to work collaboratively with others in all aspects of the role;
• Display unquestioned integrity, judgment, and decision-making skills;
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, start-up environment both independently and as part of a team.

MINDSET:

• Are motivated to work in an open, progressive school environment; 
• Are independent thinkers;
• Are reflective in their practices and have a growth mindset; 
• Have a willingness to take professional risks;
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, and comfort in ambiguous situations;
• Demonstrate innovation and creativity in reimagining roles;
• Take initiative, are self-starters, and demonstrate leadership skills;
• Have high energy, humility, and a good sense of humor.

Compensation

Compensation for this internal position will be: 

• June 3-June 27, 2024: $600 total for planning and organization of orientation and summer programs; 
• July 8-August 1, 2024 (Monday-Thursday, onsite 7:45am-1:45pm and offsite after hours, as needed for staff and parent communication): $300/daily 

Application Process

Please visit https://www.charlottelabschool.org/working-at-lab.html to learn more about working at Lab and https://charlottelabschool.bamboohr.com/jobs/ to complete an application. You will be asked to include your resume and a detailed cover letter demonstrating your interest in working for Charlotte Lab School.

Charlotte Lab School is strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and we encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds. Charlotte Lab School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, national, ethnic origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law.