Summer Program Facilitator

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

Girls Inc. of the Valley delivers life-changing programs that inspire girls* to be strong, smart, and bold. Research-based curricula, delivered by trained professionals, equip youth to achieve academically; lead healthy and physically active lives; manage money; navigate media messages; and discover an interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Girls Inc. of the Valley is an independent affiliate of the national Girls Inc. organization, the nation’s leading expert on issues affecting girls and young women.

*Visit www.girlsincvalley.org to read our trans-inclusive gender identity statement.

POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

Program facilitators will be part of a team responsible for program development, facilitation of Girls Inc. curricula, group management and supervision of youth.

Artists in Action Camp: For students entering 3rd-7th grades. This camp will focus on art, activism and community, and will take place at our new program center in Holyoke. Dates: June 12-August 11, 2023

Eureka! Program: For students entering 8th-12th grades. The Eureka! Program includes hands-on STEM workshops, comprehensive sex education, youth-led activist projects, community-based internships, and college preparation mentoring. Program takes place in Holyoke and at UMass Amherst campus. Dates: June 12-July 21, 2023

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED required; working towards or completion of a college degree preferred
• Experience working in a youth program, school, or related setting
• Awareness of and commitment to social justice education, gender equity, reproductive justice, trans justice and anti-racism
• Ability to communicate, support and work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive program vans
• First Aid and CPR certified, or a willingness to attend training
• Covid vaccinated and boosted before employment begins
• Comfortable in an active, fast-paced, high-energy setting
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) highly desired

Please send a cover letter expressing the position desired, résumé, and names/phone numbers of three references to: Kim Colwell, Executive Assistant, at kcolwell@girlsincvalley.org. Posting will be removed when positions are filled; applications accepted on a rolling basis.