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Organization Overview
Kids On Point is an intensive, year-round youth development program that combines students
with academic, athletic, and enrichment opportunities. These opportunities include academic
tutoring, college preparation and support, squash instruction, travel, community service, and
mentorship. We work with students to level-the-playing field, beginning in elementary school
and extending all the way through graduation.
Position Overview
Kids on Point is currently seeking a part-time academic coordinator to lead our academic
program. Working under the guidance of the Operations Director and Program Director, you
will have the opportunity to develop and deliver dynamic, hands-on learning experiences for
youth grades 6 th -12 th in reading and math content areas, creating a fun and inspiring learning
environment.
Job Description
The Academic Coordinator position is a unique opportunity for a highly qualified person with
manage classroom spaces and supervise daily homework help and tutoring sessions; commit to
meeting students where they are academically and moving them forward using curriculum
development, student assessments, and innovative educational approaches; oversee the
academic development and progress of the KOP participants, working closely with students,
staff, families, teachers, and community partners.
Candidates must have proven leadership, organizational, communication, presentation,
writing, analytic and interpersonal skills.
Typical weekly employment hours: Monday-Thursday 3:00-7:00.
Individual will report to the Operations Director and Program Director, collaborate with the
full-time program staff in athletics and academics, and manage volunteers and partners.
Responsibilities
Professional + Personal Qualifications
Benefits
The ideal candidate will be a high-energy, creative, hard-working self-starter with strong
communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Most importantly, candidates must
have a passion for working with youth in the city, and a belief that all children can learn and
grow if given the proper guidance and support.
To Apply
Please send a resume outlining your skills and experience to Lauren Herterich, Executive
Director at lauren@kidsonpoint.org and Stachia Bennett, Operations Director at
stachia@kidsonpoint.org with subject line “KOP Academic Coordinator- North Charleston.”
Kids On Point is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are
considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion,
sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Location: North Charleston, SC
Start Date: June 2023
Dates
Compensation
Organizational Background
Kids On Point (KOP) is an intensive, year-round youth development program that combines squash instruction, academic tutoring, mentoring, travel, college prep and support, and more. We work year-round with students to level-the-playing field, beginning in elementary or middle school and extending all the way through college graduation. Students attend practices and tutoring sessions three or four days a week during the school year, and during summer. Our 6- week summer academy seeks to continuing exposing students to high quality learning experiences, opportunities to be maintain good health and physical fitness, and to explore their community. The student/adult ratio at KOP is approximately 10:2.
Position Overview
KOP is seeking dedicated and effective Summer Program Counselor with a dynamic talent for creating and nurturing a lifelong love of learning in children and teens. We are looking for a talented, passionate, caring professional who will work as a team player to relaunch this vibrant program, fulfill the KOP mission, and create a fun, inclusive, inspiring, and educational culture. The Summer Program Counselor will work with a Lead Teacher, and will be supported by KOP administrative staff and the Executive Director.
Role Description
Kids On Point seeks a Summer Program Counselor who combines mentoring and strong leadership skills to oversee student activities for Kids On Point’s 6-week long summer program. The ideal candidate will be a high-energy, creative, hard-working, self-starter with strong communication and organizational skills. Most importantly, candidates must have a passion for working with youth in the city and a belief that all children can learn and grow if given the proper guidance and support. The Summer Program Counselors will report to the Executive Director.
Primary Roles & Responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic, attentive Summer Program Counselor to lead, support, and motivate campers as they enjoy all that the summer program has to offer. The Summer Program Counselor will help plan events and lead group events, monitor campers and respond to incidents, such as behavioral problems, accidents, log events and maintain records relating to activities, and discuss camper participation and concerns with The Camp Director.
Summer Program Counselor Responsibilities
Program Counselor Requirements
To Apply
Please upload a resume outlining your skills and experience (Word format, please) to Stachia Bennett, Operations Director, stachia@kidsonpoint.org with the subject line “KOP Summer Program Counselor”.
Kids On Point is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Lead Teachers for Hire- Grades K-8th
Start Date: June 2023
Dates
Compensation
Organizational Background
Kids On Point is an intensive, year-round youth development program that combines squash instruction, academic tutoring, mentoring, travel, college prep and support, and more. We work year-round with students to level-the-playing field, beginning in elementary or middle school and extending all the way through college graduation. Students attend practices and tutoring sessions three or four days a week during the school year, and during summer. Our 6-week summer academy seeks to continuing exposing students to high quality learning experiences, opportunities to be maintain good health and physical fitness, and to explore their community.
Position Background
KOP is seeking dedicated and effective Lead K-8th Teachers with a dynamic talent for creating and nurturing a lifelong love of learning in children and teens. We are looking for a talented, passionate, caring professional who will work as a team player to launch this vibrant program, fulfill the KOP mission, and create a fun, inclusive, inspiring and educational culture. The Lead Teacher will work with a teaching assistant and will be supported by KOP administrative staff and the Executive Director. It is our hope that KOP summer teachers will return to the program for more than one summer as we continue to work together, support our students, and build the program and the community.
Essential Job Functions
The Lead Teacher will:
Qualifications
This position requires a balance of knowledge of best practices and practical experience with proficiency in the skills of instruction. The ideal candidate for the Lead Teacher position must be flexible, well organized, capable of taking initiative, and full of enthusiasm for both teaching and learning. More detailed qualifications for this position include:
The position is full-time during the six weeks of the program.
To Apply
Please upload a resume outlining your skills and experience (Word format, please) to Stachia Bennett, Operations Director of KOP at stachia@kidsonpoint.org with the subject line “KOP Summer Lead Teacher”.
Kids On Point is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.