JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Division: Reports to: Supervises: Instructor – People’s Gas Youth Ambassadors Programs Program Specialist 25 Apprentices Classification: Non - Exempt Department: Programs New or Revision Date: 4.14.15 After School Matters is a nonprofit organization that offers Chicago public high school teens high quality, out-of-school-time opportunities to explore and develop their talents, while gaining critical skills for work, college and beyond. Our hands-on, project-based arts, science, sports, technology and communications programs are delivered at Chicago public high schools, community locations throughout the city and downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts. SUMMARY OF POSITION: People’s Gas Youth Ambassadors is a six-week After School Matters program that will take place at two sites in Albany Park and South Shore communities. Instructors will work in a team of two to design and deliver a six-week energy-management and civic-engagement program for 25 high school students. The program will teach teens all aspects of natural gas, including how it is created, its geology, and how gas is turned into fossil fuel. Teens will learn the role that engineering plays in transporting natural gas to businesses and residences. This program is designed to have high school teens act as experts and advocates of efficient energy use in their communities. Teens will learn about People’s Gas infrastructure in Chicago and improvements being made to this system. As a major emphasis of the program, the teens will engage in outreach to educate their community, family, friends, and the general public about upgrading its natural gas delivery system to ensure the long-term safety and reliability. Teens will lead and design the outreach activities with instructor support, thereby gaining critical leadership, public speaking, youth voice, and community engagement skills. Teens will also meet scientists, engineers, and industry leaders who work in energy facilities throughout Chicago. Major Duties and Responsibilities:  Organize and plan community outreach opportunities with youth to raise awareness of energy management and People’s Gas upgrades in Chicago, specifically in Albany Park and South Shore communities;  Co-design with other instructors an engaging and hands-on energy management curriculum that emphasizes community engagement and is based on After School Matters program guidelines;  Intentionally support critical youth development skills, including leadership development, community building, real-world and experiential learning, public speaking, and youth voice and agency;  Attend all planning and program dates, including: o Instructor orientation and workshops: week of May 11, 2015 o Program dates: July 6, 2015- August 14, 2015 o Debrief session: week of August 24, 2015  Participate in the process of recruiting, interviewing, and selecting participants;  Co-lead daily activities for 25 Chicago public school youth;      Collaborate and work daily with co-instructor to maintain a safe, engaging, and positive environment for program participants; Guide student outreach presentations towards a culminating event at the end of the program; Supervise youth on program field trips and community outreach opportunities; Manage and track program activities, such as outreach, attendance, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (CitySpan); and Report all problems or concerns as well as any program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist in order to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session. Qualifications  Bachelors degree  Content area expertise in energy, physics, engineering, or a related field  Experience working with issues of energy management and conservation  Experience planning and organizing outreach events  Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to provide mentorship, leadership, and support to teens  Comfortable teaching youth from communities traditionally underrepresented in the sciences  Prior teaching experience, particularly with youth, is preferred  Proficient in Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)  Ability to troubleshoot and solve issues within a timely manner  Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines  Respect for all levels of the organization and outside partners  Energetic team player who works well in collaborative situations  Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekend and evenings Physical Demands The physical demands below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Lifting up to 50 lbs  Must be able to stand for long periods of time Work Environment The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. How to Apply: Send Cover Letter and Resume to careers@afterschoolmatters.org Application Deadline: April 30, 2015 After School Matters is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, military discharge status, age, marital status, parental status, or source of income. Job Code 25-3000 Last updated 4/17/2015