Job Title: Democratic Education Advisor
Description
Democratic Education Facilitators are responsible for helping students (K-12) with their own self-initiated educational projects. In particular, this position will ask employees to get to know students, offer suggestions for materials, resources, and activities relevant to their interests. Employees will also be responsible for helping the community to uphold democratically voted upon rules and agreements. In addition to regular hours, staff will be asked to participate in a weekly staff meeting, and bi-monthly all community meetings (parents, students, and staff). This job requires patience, conflict mediation skills, curiosity, and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience
- A background in education is helpful though not required
- Experience working with children of any age
- Facilitation experience
- Skills and interests that are shared with student body
- Friendly and active personality
Details
- Three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) 8:30am-3:30pm
- Staff meetings are weekly, Wednesday from 4pm-6pm
- Bi-monthly All Community Meetings occur on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 5-8pm
- Pay starts at $10 an hour with a raise to $11 after a 3 month trial period
- Staffing decisions are made democratically by students, staff, and parents and may take up to a month to finalize
Contact Information
If you are interested in learning more about the position, or would like to set up and interview please write to us at littlelakefs@gmail.com and provide us with a copy of your resume. Please be prepared to provide information for a background check.
