Summer Program Assistant

Summer Program Assistant – Liberty LEADS

Liberty LEADS is a NYC-based college access program that has served over 200 underrepresented children between 5th and 12th grade each year since 1989. Liberty LEADS was founded to empower youth by helping them attain higher education, embrace leadership engagement, and create a positive future for themselves and others. Liberty LEADS provides an alternative learning environment in which young people can experience success as learners and increase their ability and motivation to graduate from high school and seek entry into postsecondary education and/or meaningful employment. The program is guided by the principle that all children have gifts, talents, and great potential and can contribute to one another's social and academic growth.

We are looking for energetic and creative educators who enjoy working with youth during the summer and are available for in person programming.

For the interview, we ask that applicants present ideas for the purpose and theme of their ideal summer experience. Programming begins June 29th 2026 and meets Monday through Thursday for the following four weeks culminating with a final presentation. All applicants must be available for all 20 days of programming from 8 am to 3:30 pm and on June 13th for teacher training. Lunch is provided and spent with the students.

Responsibilities

• Gather documentation for City and State financial and participation audits.
• Ensure all students have completed the necessary registration and information packets.
• Assist with daily monitoring and recording of student attendance.
• Contact families regarding reminders or student absences
• Prepares classrooms for the start of programming.

• Map out safety routes for fire drills.
• Organize transportation routes for summer outings.
• Manage student lunch and dismissal schedules.
• Assist with lunch and snack distribution.

• Help create teacher training documents.
• Develop gym and recreation schedules and lead student transitions.
• Direct the design and display of final projects.
• Participate and supervise students during summer outings

Qualifications

• College students majoring in a related field (Liberty LEADS alum strongly encouraged to apply)
• Demonstrate knowledge of child development
• Experience planning and implementing curriculum in group settings
• Experience working with children/adolescents a plus

Requirements

• Reliable WIFI and computer access
• Attend mandatory curriculum planning session with co teachers and advisors (dates tbd)
• Attend mandatory June 2026 Orientation

Physical Requirements

• Walking up and down stairs up to and including the nine flights to the gym
• Supervising and participating in outdoor activities such as walking up to 20 city blocks, hiking or other activities as named.

Pay rate: $25-$30 per hour