General Responsibility:
To deliver the Dialogue Workshop curriculum
to youths ages 14-18, approximately 3 hours/day, 5 days/week. To translate
knowledge of subject matter into an effective, experiential form appropriate
for youth participants of varied cultures, consistent with principles
and philosophy of the Global Youth Village.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Minimum of one year advanced training and/or professional teaching
experience in area of diversity training, prejudice reduction, conflict
resolution or other related fields
* Age 21 and over
* Ability to teach using experiential methods
* Proven expertise in personal delivery of subject matter
* Organized, able to plan daily content of workshop
* Ability to adapt teaching style to individual needs
* Ability to create a harmonious group dynamic
* Ability to lead and moderate discussions
* Ability to work effectively in a team / with a partner
* Ability to relate to one's peers
* Ability to accept guidance and supervision, and seek guidance when
needed
* Good character, integrity, and adaptability
* Enthusiasm, sense of humor, flexibility, and self-motivated
* Fluent in English
* Desire and ability to work with youths in an non-traditional educational
setting (i.e. - residential, outdoors, experiential)
Responsible to: Workshop Director
Specific Responsibilities:
1. Plan and deliver workshop curriculum,
with guidance from the Workshop Coordinator (or other Administrative
Staff) (Approximately 15-17 teaching days.)
2. Monitor use of equipment and supplies in workshop area; requisition
equipment and supplies as needed.
3. Set up teaching space and maintain order and cleanliness throughout
the summer.
4. Identify maintenance needs on facility and equipment, and report
to maintenance staff.
5. Communicate with administrative and cabin staff as necessary, regarding
an individual youth's performance and/or special needs.
6. Teach occasional special activities or "electives" related
to workshop subject matter or in a special skill area during non-workshop
times.
7. Clean and close down teaching area at end of the summer, including
inventory and storing of equipment and supplies.
8. Provide detailed report and evaluation of workshop, as actually delivered,
with recommendations for next season.
9. Document new material developed for workshop.
Essential Functions:
1. Ability to communicate effectively
with workshop group, peers, and supervisors.
2. Cognitive ability to plan and conduct activities to achieve youth
development objectives.
3. Ability to observe and assess participant behavior, enforce appropriate
safety guidelines and emergency procedures, and provide guidance and
discipline as needed.
