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Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join Concordia Place? Do you want to positively impact children's growth? Interested in teaching a fun and purposeful play-based curriculum? What about working with qualified teachers in beautiful indoor and outdoor play areas? If the answer is a resounding yes, then Concordia Place is right for you! Founded in 1981, Concordia Place is a vibrant mission driven organization providing multigenerational programs including early learning, after-school, and teen leadership for Chicago communities. Our centers are located in the Avondale, Ravenswood, North Center and Old Irving Park neighborhoods, with plans to expand into Albany Park. While we are diverse, we are united by our mission to create involved communities where all our neighbors can gather, learn, and grow. Concordia believes everyone deserves opportunity, and that it is best served when it is broadly inclusive. Our Guiding Principles • Faith in Action, • A Place of Yes, • A Place for All, • A Place of One This is a full-time Summer Camp Assistant Teacher position for our summer camp program with school-age classrooms (5-12 years old). If hired before the beginning of our camp (June 8th), you will begin as a substitute teacher and once camp starts transition into your role as Assistant Teacher. Shift Times We are hiring for one position. This is a full-time position. Full-time hours mean consistently working 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Shift times to be determined by site directors. To be discussed in interviews. Location This position is located at Concordia on Milwaukee – 3696 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641. Requirements: Qualifications • Required: Must be 19 years of age or older, • Required: High school diploma or GED and at least 1 ½ years of full-time work experience with school-age children (5-12 years old) in a licensed school, day care or summer camp, • Demonstrated success in working as a member of a team, • Effective and strong oral and written communication skills, • Proficient supervision skills, • Supervise and maintain safety of the children at all times, • Work with classroom staff to plan and implement program activities based on developmentally appropriate curriculum, • Organize and lead activities designed to promote whole-child development, • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests, • Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs to use this information to facilitate learning, • Provide a variety of materials and resources for children, • Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children, • Develop positive relationships with each child and their family, share information about the child’s day, • Attend professional meetings, including staff meetings and in-service days provided by Concordia Place, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence, • Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition, • Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers, • Vacation Days, • Sick Days, • Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program, • Employee Referral program, • Childcare tuition discount for employees, • Quarterly in-service days and professional development resources for teaching staff

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join Concordia Place? Do you want to positively impact children's growth? Interested in teaching a fun and purposeful play-based curriculum? What about working with qualified teachers in beautiful indoor and outdoor play areas? If the answer is a resounding yes, then Concordia Place is right for you! Founded in 1981, Concordia Place is a vibrant mission driven organization providing multigenerational programs including early learning, after-school, and teen leadership for Chicago communities. Our centers are located in the Avondale, Ravenswood, North Center and Old Irving Park neighborhoods, with plans to expand into Albany Park. While we are diverse, we are united by our mission to create involved communities where all our neighbors can gather, learn, and grow. Concordia believes everyone deserves opportunity, and that it is best served when it is broadly inclusive. Our Guiding Principles • Faith in Action, • A Place of Yes, • A Place for All, • A Place of One This is a full-time Summer Camp Lead Teacher position for our summer camp program with school-age classrooms (5-12 years old). If hired before the beginning of our camp (June 8th), you will begin as a substitute teacher and once camp starts transition into your role as Lead Teacher. Dates Summer camp runs from June 8-August 21. Shift Times We are hiring for two positions. This is a full-time position. Full-time hours mean consistently working 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Shift times to be determined by site directors. To be discussed in interviews. Location This position is located at Concordia on Seeley – 3855 N. Seeley Ave, Chicago, IL 60618. Requirements: Qualifications • Required: High school diploma or GED, • Required: 60 college credit hours with 6 related to elementary education, physical education, child development, recreation or camping, and one year of experience working with school-age children (5-12 years old), • Preferred: Fluently bilingual in English and Spanish, • Demonstrated success in working as a member of a team, • Effective and strong oral and written communication skills, • Proficient supervision skills, • Supervise and maintain safety of the children at all times, • Work with classroom staff to plan and implement program activities based on developmentally appropriate curriculum, • Organize and lead activities designed to promote whole-child development, • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests, • Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs to use this information to facilitate learning, • Provide a variety of materials and resources for children, • Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children, • Develop positive relationships with each child and their family, share information about the child’s day, • Attend professional meetings, including staff meetings and in-service days provided by Concordia Place, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence, • Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition, • Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers, • Other duties assigned by Assistant Director or Site Director Salary, Perks and Benefits • Vacation Days, • Sick Days, • Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program, • Employee Referral program, • Childcare tuition discount for employees, • Quarterly in-service days and professional development resources for teaching staff

Job DescriptionSummary of Position: Reporting to the Manager of Program Initiatives, the Temporary Full Time Program Initiatives Specialist will be responsible for a variety of logistical and administrative supports for special projects and events that are critical for the After School Matters’ Program Department. Acting as the liaison between After School Matters and the program providers and community partners, the Program Initiatives Specialist will communicate requirements, policy changes and other relevant information to ensure successful implementation of the special projects and events. Based upon observations, the Program Supports Specialist will provide coaching to ensure teen and instructor readiness for high profile opportunities. The Program Initiatives Specialist will interface with a variety of stakeholders (teens, instructors, funders, and partners) while supporting the planning and execution of high-quality internal and external events. Candidate will assume increasing responsibilities over time, including managing and strengthening relationships with key partners to support the transition and ownership of strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate must be flexible enough to support both large-scale initiatives and small, discrete program plans, and will have a passion for improving the lives of Chicago’s teens. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Provide logistical and administrative support before, during, and after events, including preparing materials, organizing spaces, preparing teens, and facilitating stakeholder engagement., • Take ownership of event logistics, from ordering supplies and coordinating room setups to troubleshooting issues and ensuring all requirements are met for successful program delivery., • Interface with teens, instructors, funders, and partners to foster collaborative relationships and support the planning and execution of impactful events., • Prepare and send formal correspondence for the Program Initiatives team, • Visit programs and assist instructors with administrative questions and tasks, • Develop and maintain relationships with program partners and instructors, • Build and manage strong relationships with key partners, gradually taking on greater responsibility in overseeing and transitioning partnership management., • Assist in developing and maintaining a master list of programs, instructors, and program providers to participate in special requests, • Act as a trouble shooter in the areas of program implementation, logistics, and data collection, • When requested, provide quality control over multiple programs from beginning to end and ensure timely completion with support from the Program teams as needed, • Secure the appropriate tools and supplies for each program and work with the warehouse, • department to ensure delivery, • Serve as a key point of contact between the Development, Events, and Programs departments, in addition to other internal teams, proactively sharing updates on program schedules, event logistics, and policy changes to ensure alignment and smooth execution across the organization, • Understand key dates and initiatives across all branches and answer questions for parents or teens, • Manage administrative systems such as Cityspan and Google Classroom to track attendance, enrollment, and program verifications, ensuring accurate and timely data entry., • Excellent organizational skills; strong process orientation, problem solving and trouble-shooting skills; a firm commitment to quality, • Effective communication skills: Articulate in conveying information verbally and in writing., • Proven ability to plan, execute, and oversee projects to successful completion., • Skilled in developing and facilitating collaborative relationships and interacting with people at all levels, • Demonstrate experience in managing multiple programs at one time, able to respond to requests quickly, willingness to be flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, • Strong orientation to customer service (i.e., ASM staff and teens, corporate executives, community, and government leaders, etc.), • Detail oriented and capable of meeting deadlines, • Proficiency in MS Office applications required, • Database management, • Bachelor’s degree required, • 3+ years of experience in education, youth development, and/or nonprofits required, • 1-2 years of program event planning preferred, • Commitment to the youth of Chicago, • Evenings and weekends may be required, • Cook County residency required Temporary Seasonal Full Time Position: • Flexible work hours required consistent with out of school time programming which are between 8am-6pm for the summer program session., • Fall and Spring session hours may vary: 9:00AM to 5:00PM, 10:00AM-6:00PM, 11:00AM-7:00PM or 11:30AM-7:30PM. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR u7gxeZGoU9

Job Description Are you looking for a mission-driven non-profit where your skills can help people in need around the world? At the Jewish United Fund (JUF), we take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive. We have a hybrid schedule and offer generous benefits including a 401(k) match, up to 22 days of paid time off (starting with 15), up to 11 sick days (starting with 7), and up to 21 paid holidays. The salary range for this role is $60,000-$65,000. What you’ll be responsible for: You will be responsible for engaging Chicago Jewish 10th and 11th Graders in an innovative, inspiring yearlong program, including recruitment; curriculum adaptation; mentoring; and leading monthly workshops, Shabbatons, and travel to Israel. The Chicago Diller Teen Fellows program is part of a global network of 32 communities, 16 in the Diaspora and 16 in Israel. The Fellowship focuses on the development of Jewish identity, leadership, Israel-Diaspora connections, and Tikkun Olam. In addition, this position will be an integral part of the JUF Youth Initiatives Department, supporting its efforts to engage teens in a variety of programs. Your first 3-4 months of this role will overlap with the current person in this role who will provide training and help you transition into this position. During this time, you will provide support for the broader Youth Initiatives team with their work. This will include recruitment of teens for community and JUF teen programs and facilitating opportunities for teens to share experiences in the Jewish community. Starting in July, you will take over the position with the Diller program full time including possible travel to Israel. What you’ll be doing: • Develop and lead scheduled workshops and retreats throughout the year in accordance with the Diller mission, vision, and goals (includes but is not limited to logistics, budget management, service-learning projects, and Israel Education)., • Manage the marketing, recruitment, interviewing and selection process for 20 participants in each annual cohort., • Plan and manage all logistics related to workshops and retreats, service-learning projects, Israel education, and travel planning, including overseeing the local budget., • Provide mentorship and guidance to the 20 program participants, two Junior Counselors and Program Intern., • Engage parents of participating teens., • Design, co-lead and supervise, in partnership with your Israeli counterpart, seminars in Chicago and Israel., • Participate in ongoing curriculum development and program evaluation in coordination with Diller International staff., • Participate in local, national, and international conference calls and professional development seminars., • Work with the staff of the Youth Initiatives Department on other teen engagement programs., • Support JUF Campaign and mandatory campaign-related activities on an ongoing basis. What you need to succeed: • Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, Jewish studies, or related field., • 4+ years’ professional experience, including at least 3 years’ experience and success in developing and leading experiential education programs and mentoring Jewish teens., • Understanding of and appreciation for Israeli culture, preferably including extended time in Israel and an understanding of Israeli history, politics and geography., • Basic knowledge of Hebrew language., • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills., • Basic administrative and management skills including budgeting and scheduling., • Ability to collaborate in an international partnership and to work with and contribute to an international peer network of Diller Teen Fellow Coordinators., • Availability to work nights and weekends, including a multi-week trip with the Fellows over the summer as well as additional travel during the year to a variety of conferences and trainings., • Physical requirements: Ability to drive, lift approximately 40 pounds, climb stairs, and participate in hiking-style activities., • Must have traveled to Israel at least once. What you’ll love about us: At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with base contribution and match, additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, paid family leave, and much more. Our Schedule: We have a hybrid work policy to allow staff the flexibility to work from home / remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Tuesdays-Thursdays, the standard work location is 30 South Wells Street in Chicago, and staff are expected to work in person. We have a 36.5 hour work week, not a 40 hour work week. Our work hours are 8:30am-5pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am-4pm Friday with a daily 1 hour lunch break. Job Category: Union Eligible

Job Description POSITION DESCRIPTION Title: Teen Program Specialist Reports to: Director of Nature Education Classification: Exempt Background: The Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance (GPCA or the Alliance) was incorporated in 1998 as a private, non-profit organization committed to the restoration and revitalization of the Garfield Park Conservatory. While the Conservatory is owned and operated by the Chicago Park District, the Alliance is responsible for developing and funding quality education programs and events, promoting community engagement and enhancing visitor services. In its 25+ years, the Alliance has facilitated exponential growth at the Conservatory, offering 450 public programs annually and welcoming over 323,000 visitors in 2024 - including 14,000 schoolchildren. Position Summary: The Teen Program Specialist is a full-time, year-round position. The primary responsibility of the Specialist is to implement the Urban Roots Teen Environmental Justice program, Youth Advisory Council, and Alumni program, including planning, recruiting, curriculum development, scheduling, and supporting and evaluating teens’ progress through the program. Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Recruit program participants from local Westside high schools, • Coordinate with Director of Nature Education to produce and deliver teen program evaluations, • Schedule relevant guest speakers, field trips, and workshops for teen programs, • Work with Community partners to inform program activities and projects, • Coordinate & facilitate end of program session showcase & celebration for teens, parents, staff and funders, • Work alongside Digital Media Specialist to launch and manage teen social media, • Develop Alumni programming that engages both Urban Roots and Youth Advisory Council Alumni, • Develop & deliver robust STEAM curriculum to teens during afterschool and summer programming, • Deliver professional and personal development workshops to teens, • Administer program logistics, • Coordinate annual camping trip for Urban Roots and Youth Advisory Council, • Lead mentorship program and facilitate workshops for Senior Leaders, • Provide supplemental content for grant writing and reporting, including results of student and program evaluation, • Facilitate and lead Youth Advisory Council, • Supervise Teen Program Assistant (PT, Seasonal employee), • Other duties as assigned Desired Skills: • Two or more years of direct work in a highschool classroom or informal education setting as a program supervisor or teacher, • Experience writing and facilitating lesson plans, • Interest in and knowledge of nature, plants, gardening, and the environment, • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communication and organizational skills, • Collaborative, team-building attitude, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, • Must be able to work independently and on a team, • Must be flexible, relatable to teens, energetic, organized, independent, and an efficient manager of time Undergraduate degree in education, environmental science, or a related field required. Teaching certificate preferred. Location & Schedule: • Average 40 hours per week, • Some nights or weekends required, • The location for this position is on-site at the Garfield Park Conservatory., • Working on-site you may be exposed to live insects or critters due to the abundance of living plants housed throughout the Conservatory Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, and company-paid short-term and long-term disability. We provide employees with paid time off including paid leave hours, paid sick time and 11 paid holidays. Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance (GPCA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. GPCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GPCA are based on the organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. GPCA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. GPCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking temporary, part-time instructors to teach its Peoples Gas Dig Into Energy program during the Summer Session 2026. The Peoples Gas program is an energy management and civic engagement program that will empower high school teens to become experts and advocates of efficient energy use in their communities. Primary Focus: Teens will learn the role that engineering plays in transporting natural gas to businesses and residences. 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 also meet scientists, engineers, and industry leaders that work in the utility field throughout Chicago. The optimal candidate will have a passion and skill for science, technology, engineering, math and youth development. Location: This position has openings at the following locations: • After School Matters at Orleans (Cabrini), • Michael and Karyn Lutz Center (Belmont Cragin), • Facilitate instruction using a pre‑designed energy management curriculum, developed in alignment with After School Matters program guidelines, • Deliver inquiry-based instruction that engages teens in discovery through participation in demonstrations, hands-on activities, research, and oral presentations, • Intentionally support critical youth development skills, including leadership development, community building, real-world and experiential learning, public speaking, youth voice and agency, • Collaborate with teens to build multiple STEM projects throughout the session, including a high visibility culminating showcase presentation, • Foster a rigorous, cooperative, and engaging learning environment for all, taking in account varied learning strategies and best practices that address diverse abilities and backgrounds, • Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session, • Attend all planning and program dates, including: instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions, • Participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process of teen program participants, • Manage and track program activities such as attendance, interview outcomes, enrollment, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (CitySpan) Supervisory Responsibilities: • Lead a program of approximately 25 teen participants and 1 teen program assistant, • Content area knowledge in energy, physics, engineering, math, or a related STEM field, • Demonstrated understanding of the relationship between STEM concepts and real world experiences, • Broad knowledge of relevant STEM terms and definitions, • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Must be organized and possess a strong attention to detail Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM or education major is required, • Experience working in a field related to the content area highly preferred, • Experience teaching, specifically teens, if highly preferred, • Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required Schedule: • This is a temporary, part-time position scheduled for approximately 25 hours/week for 6 weeks, • Summer Session runs from late June to early August, Monday-Friday, approximately 5 hours/day Organizational Summary: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR fnhkzRjCCv

Job DescriptionSummary of Position: The purpose of the After School Matters (ASM) Teen Leadership Councils is to integrate and amplify youth voice. Teens apply their skills to developing and executing a project that positively impacts their community and provides recommendations that directly affect teens and their interests. After School Matters is seeking an instructor to teach its leadership development program to high school participants between the ages of 16 to 18. The program runs during a spring, summer, and fall session. The typical schedule for the summer session is as follows: • Fall and spring sessions are 10 weeks, minimum two meeting days per week, additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings., • Summer sessions are 6 weeks, programs meet Monday - Thursday, additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings.The optimal candidate will have a passion for leadership, civic engagement, and youth development. This position will be located at the Lutz Center at 3435 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60641. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Lead an engaging, hands-on leadership program that utilizes a variety of instructional methodologies, • Provide teen participants with fundamental and technical knowledge in leadership and civic engagement, • Engage and guide teens through leadership methods and their application in real world experiences by intentionally exposing teen participants to the varied leadership professions, • Collaborate with the teens to develop and lead After School Matters teen driven projects for the organization., • Establish and maintain a rigorous and cooperative learning environment where students flourish taking into account varied learning strategies and best practices that address diverse abilities and backgrounds., • Guide teens towards a culminating project where they demonstrate their leadership by initiating and executing a community service project with their peers or community at the end of the program. Final projects may also include presentations to program leadership and/or external audiences., • Take advantage of and prepare teens for high-quality and high-profile field trips and guest visits to enhance instruction and training., • Attend all planning and program dates, including Instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings, and other required sessions., • Participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process of participants., • Maintain a safe, engaging, and positive environment for program participants., • Provide supervision during program field trips and other youth engagement opportunities., • Manage and track program activities such as attendance, interview outcomes, enrollment, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (Cityspan)., • Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session. Qualifications: • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, preferred but not required, • Demonstrated expertise in leadership and civic engagement., • Strong facilitation and public speaking skills, • Youth development experience preferred., • Google Suite proficiency preferred, • Demonstrated ability to teach in group settings with a minimum class of 15 students, • CPR Certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association preferred, • Enthusiastic and passionate about leadership and youth development, • Affable, cooperative, timely communication and interpersonal skills, • Must be responsive to reasonable schedule changes and have the ability to creatively solve problems and take advantage of experiential opportunities Compensation: $20 - 27 / hour, depending on applicable experience and education About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. ASM has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. ASM offers paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters’ annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR ZfvkT6xx4N

Job DescriptionSummary of Position: This position will support the Legal Department with a wide range of projects related to risk management, compliance, and legal research, including developing compliance checklist, drafting policies and procedures and related memoranda/reports, providing administrative and back-up support and other related projects. This position is a good fit for someone who writes well and is detail oriented and interested in learning about not-for-profit risk management and introductory legal research and theory. This position will begin in May 2026 and end in August 2026. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Research legal topics and provide a report/memo on the findings, • Assist with Privacy and Information Security issues, • Assist with the creation of compliance site visit forms and risk management checklists, • Assist with insurance claim inquiries (follow-up with emails, tracking claims, etc.), • Legal tracking (incident reporting, saving background checks, renewal dates for licenses, garnishments, etc.), • Update policies and procedures, • Create one pagers re: legal and/or risk management topics and/or guidance, • Generate reports (e.g., incident reports, etc.) on an as-needed basis, • Assist and/or conduct compliance assessments and other compliance site visits for community providers, • Complete manual data entry when required, • Support team with administrative tasks (e.g. copying, scanning), • Act as a back-up for the Receptionist desk, • When needed, assist with teen application and other Program Quality and Compliance department assignments when the volume is high, • Excellent writing skills, • Detail-oriented and organized, • Analytical problem solver, • Customer service oriented, • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, • Ability to work independently and in a team, • Ability to research and distill facts and key issues About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. ASM has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. ASM offers paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters’ annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR oAKV3IHdcl

Job DescriptionSummary of Position: After School Matters is seeking committed, part-time instructors to teach its American Sign Language program during the summer, fall, and spring for 15 high school participants between the ages of 14 to 20. American Sign Language is an advanced apprenticeship. Students learn the essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and facial expressions/body language used in ASL. Instructors will supervise and lead students in understanding and expose teens to the importance of Deaf Culture and ASL basics. The typical schedule for program sessions are as follows: • Summer: 6 to 7 weeks, daily Monday through Friday, four instructional hours per day. Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Exact program meeting days/times are flexible, with some restrictions, so long as instructional hours are met., • Fall: 10 weeks, Monday through Friday (after school hours) and/or Saturday, 60-90 instructional hours (based upon the program model). Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Exact program meeting days/times are flexible, with some restrictions, so long as instructional hours are met., • Spring: 10 weeks, Monday through Friday (after school hours) and/or Saturday, 60-90 instructional hours (based upon the program model). Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Exact program meeting days/times are flexible, with some restrictions, so long as instructional hours are met., • Limited opportunities for Saturday only programs are available. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Expose a diverse group of teen participants to various facets of the education, linguistics, and communication industries while fostering a positive, safe, and collaborative atmosphere for all teen participants., • Maintain knowledge of current education, linguistics, and communication, technology and concepts, • Prepare, organize, and supervise the weekly lessons on Deaf culture, ASL vocabulary/grammar, or ASL body language and facial expressions., • Develop, plan, and implement high-quality related field trips, master classes, events, and guest visits to enhance instruction and training, • Provide supervision during program field trips and other youth engagement opportunities, • Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session, • Attend all planning and program dates, including: Instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions, • Participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process of teen program participants, • Manage and track program activities such as attendance, interview outcomes, enrollment, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (CitySpan)., • Supervise teens at an average of 15:1, instructor: teen ratio Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Proficiency in ASL: Must have a deep understanding and fluency in American Sign Language. This includes mastery of ASL grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and fingerspelling. Must be able to sign clearly and effectively communicate complex ideas in ASL., • Knowledge of Deaf Culture: Knowledge of cultural norms, values, history, and traditions within the Deaf community. Cultural sensitivity and respect are essential., • Teaching Skills: Possess effective teaching skills, including lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional design. Must be able to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners and create an inclusive learning environment., • Communication Skills: Strong communication skills are essential to effectively convey information to teens. This includes both signing fluently to explain concepts, provide feedback, and facilitate discussions., • Patience and Empathy: An ideal instructor is supportive, encouraging, able to provide constructive feedback, and is understanding that learning a new language requires patience and practice., • Customer Service Skills: Able to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders (teen participants, parents, ASM programs staff, vendors, etc.) Qualifications: • Experience teaching, specifically teenagers, is highly preferred., • Culturally competent in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required.Compensation: $32 / hour Organizational Summary: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR g1ugvsFj5B

Job Description Summary of Position: The Graduate Research and Policy Fellow(s) will support the work of After School Matters’ Research and Policy department during the 2026 – 2027 academic year. This role is designed for current graduate-level students in social sciences and is a powerful opportunity to contribute to rigorous research & evaluation to support evidence-based programs, legislation, and organization advancement of After School Matters. This role involves working 24 hours/week during the school year, with the potential option to start in the summer or work through the following summer (depending on ASM’s needs and applicant’s schedule). Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Provide project-based support to key initiatives of the Research and Policy Department, including YPQA/I, teen surveys and interviews, teen demographic and performance data, to help inform understanding of and better serve Chicago teens., • Collect, analyze and interpret secondary data, including quality control checks and data reviews, as well as support the creation of data visualizations and infographics., • Conduct literature reviews and support the development of analytic & policy briefs and reports while ensuring the integrity of research used by the organization., • Collaborate with other members of the Research and Policy Department to provide technical assistance to other teams/departments, including (but not limited to) Programs, Communications, Advancement, Operations, etc., • Contribute to collective advocacy campaigns in partnership with various local and state coalitions and organizations., • Track and analyze policy developments at the city and state levels., • Support annual efforts to protect public funding through regular budget advocacy communications., • The role will also involve administrative and miscellaneous tasks as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills., • Knowledge of access and utilization of scholarly research., • Ability to think creatively and strategically as part of a team and within broad coalitions., • Skill in Microsoft Office applications required, especially Excel., • Experience using statistical software (e.g., STATA, SPSS) to conduct data analysis preferred., • Experience or knowledge of social services or supportive programming preferred, but not required., • Experience working with data visualization tools such as Tableau and infographics preferred, but not required., • Experience working in political or grassroots advocacy campaigns preferred, but not required., • Bilingual (English and Spanish) language skills preferred, but not required. Qualifications: • Cover letter and writing sample are required with application., • Chicago-based graduate student working towards a Master’s degree in the social sciences., • Committed to the organizational mission to provide Chicago public high school teens opportunities to explore and develop their talents, while gaining critical skills for work, college and beyond. About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR 1KKetINr68

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking student teachers to begin working in Summer 2026. The pay rate is $20/hour. After School Matters is seeking committed, temporary part-time student teachers to assist certified teachers in our academic programs for 15-20 high school participants (10:1, instructor: teen ratio) between the ages of 13 to 15 for Summer 2025. This program will be offered at 6 locations across the city: 1 Far South, 2 South, 1 Southwest, 1 West, 1 North/West Learn and Earn Career Connections allows teens the opportunity to explore a variety of career fields through hands on projects and real-world experiences AND make meaningful connections between subjects like English, math and science and their career interests. Participants will review academic skills, connect with mentors and peers and earn money while getting a head start on learning about their career choices after graduation. The Student Teacher (ST) is assistant to the primary leader in the classroom to ensure the academic growth of their assigned scholars by leading lessons and creating engaging activities for scholars which will support academic skill development, polish current skills, and provide small group instruction while encouraging and inspiring academic growth. Successful applicants would be individuals who currently work with teens or young people in some capacity, that would like to expand their experience in an out of school time program and have a strong desire to assure students learn over the summer months Program Session and Schedule: The schedule for the program sessions are as follows: • Summer: 6 weeks, daily Monday through Thursday, four and a half instructional hours per day. Additional hours are allotted for planning, professional development and meetings., • Tentative Training Dates: June 16th 2026- June 18th 2026, • Time: 10am-2pm, • Program Dates: June 22, 2026 – July 31, 2026, • Time: 9:45 am – 2:30 pm, • Days: Monday - Thursday Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Assist in exposing a diverse group of teen participants to high-quality instruction while fostering a positive, safe, and collaborative atmosphere for all teen participants. * Prepare, organize, and supervise interactive, teen-led activities * Provide supervision during teen lunch, program field trips and other youth engagement opportunities * Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session * Attend all planning and program dates, including: staff training, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions * Help manage and track program activities such as attendance, test results, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (CitySpan). * Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: * Supervise teens at an average of 10:1, instructor: teen ratio Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Creative problem-solving skills * Customer service skills; ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders (teen participants, parents, ASM programs staff, vendors, etc.) * Cultural competence Qualifications: * Passion to improve the minds and lives of teens * Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player * At least 60 hours of college coursework, specifically in education or a related field preferred * Experience working with young people/teens is required * Commitment to diversity and inclusion Compensation: $20 / hour About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. ASM has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. ASM offers paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters’ annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR cdIoFgDI0t

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking committed, part-time instructors to teach Welding programs for 12-14 high school participants (12:1, instructor: teen ratio) between the ages of 14 to 20 for Summer 2026. The program will allow students to learn and engage in activities specific to the content area. An instructor will expose teens to a wide range of activities and concepts to meet measurable program outcomes. The instructor will recruit, teach, and mentor teens and manage operational pieces such as program planning and budget creation. This part-time position is scheduled for approximately 20-30 hours per week per program session. Program times for Summer 2026 will follow the schedule below: June 22 – August 7 Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 12:30pm and/or 1:30pm – 5:30pm Instructors must have a program curriculum plan. See ASM Program Planner Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Guide 7 week session for teens offering an introduction to welding in a fabrication setting * Instructors will be responsible for educating a diverse population of teenagers methods of GMAW, SMAW and GTAW, with a strong coinciding element of welding sciences and associated skills * The instructor will develop, plan and implement high quality content related field trips, master classes, events and guest visits to enhance instruction and training. * Instructors will be expected to participate in the recruitment, interview and selection process of teen program participants. * Instructors will also be expected to participate in planning and program dates such as instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions. * Supervise teens at an average of 12:1, instructor: teen ratio Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Comprehensive knowledge of safety guidelines in a weld shop * A thorough understanding of combination welding processes and associated prep/finishing skills * Knowledge of aluminum, steel and stainless welding processes * An understanding of the science of welding * Ability to read and understand technical drawings or blueprints * Familiarity with schools and career pathways in welding industries and an interest in working with teens Qualifications: * Associates Degree in a related vocational program, Applied Science in Welding Technology, or Applied Industrial Technology preferred, equivalent professional experience accepted. Certifications also accepted in lieu of a university degree. Experience working in a field relevant to the content area is required. * Familiarity with specific Chicago neighborhoods is required. * Experience teaching, specifically teenagers, is highly preferred. * Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required. Program Sessions and Schedules: The typical schedule for program sessions are as follows: * Summer: 6 to 7 weeks, daily Monday through Thursday/Friday (based on the program model), four instructional hours daily in the afternoon. Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Exact program meeting days/times are flexible, with some restrictions, so long as instructional hours are met. * After School Matters has four program branches: North/Northwest, South/Southwest, Downtown, and Program Supports (special initiatives). Please note that Interstate-55 is an approximate dividing line between our North/Northwest and South/Southwest branches. This role is for the North/Northwest Branch at the 3435 N. Cicero Ave location. Compensation: The pay rate is typically between $21-35 per hour based on experience and education. About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. ASM has engaged more than 400,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. ASM offers paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters’ annual operating budget is approximately $35M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR rMWbzcMm3F

Job Description Summary of Position: The Seasonal CHA Learn and Earn Program Specialist’s primary responsibility is to facilitate and monitor the day to day logistics of After School Matters CHA Learn and Earn programs within an assigned location. This project is a timely addition to the ASM program portfolio and aims to prevent summer learning loss by coupling academic learning with After School Matters career exploration programs, guiding participants to make meaningful connections between academic content and their career areas of interest. The Program Specialist will conduct site visits, observations and provide recommendations regarding program quality, safety, compliance, instruction, program attendance, enrollment and retention and other critical issues. Acting as the liaison between After School Matters and the program providers and community partners, the Program Specialist will communicate requirements, policy changes and other relevant information to ensure successful implementation of the program, payment to teens and instructors. This is a temporary, part-time position. Expected Availability: * May 11– June 12, 2026: 10-30 hours/week (Remote and In-person) * June 15th - August 7, 2026: 30 hours/week (In-person) Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Act as a day-to-day contact person with instructors and staff for programs; * Develop and maintain relationships with program partners and instructors; * Work with instructors to execute program content, develop final projects virtually or in-person * Provide guidance, and where appropriate request professional development opportunities for instructors and liaisons; * Act as a trouble shooter in the areas of program implementation, logistics, and data collection; * Enter data into Cityspan; * Write programmatic reports, impact statements and other documents to share concerns, recommended solutions and program highlights; * Identify program needs, considering budgetary constraints and make recommendations and submit to Program Manager for approval; * Secure the appropriate tools and supplies for each program and work with the warehouse department to ensure delivery; * Act as a liaison between Program Operations and program providers; * Trouble shoot teen application and other systems errors; * Ensure that all required data, i.e. attendance, enrollment, program verifications, surveys, etc. are entered into the database system; * Provide direction to the liaison and ensure compliance with program requirements; * Work with the Program Quality team, Program Operations and Contracting, to ensure that all assigned programs are in compliance with After School Matters policies and procedures; * Support and attend program closings and demonstrations of learning; * Working with the Program Manager, approve instructor and liaison timesheets and trouble shoot systems errors with instructors and liaisons; * Conduct one on one meetings with partners, instructors and liaisons when needed; * Work with instructors to develop final projects, lessons, etc; * Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: * Academic and Career Instructors * Program Aides Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Excellent interpersonal skills * Skilled in developing and facilitating collaborative relationships * Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams * Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving abilities * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Excellent Microsoft Office skills; ability to collect and maintain information as needed * Demonstrated experience in project management * Google Suite Proficiency * Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines * Ability to work in a fast paced, high energy environment * Respect for all levels of the organization and outside partners * Energetic team player who works well in collaborative situations * Strong orientation to customer service Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred though not required * Valid Driver’s License, insured transportation, and driving record that satisfies our Motor Vehicle Policy required1 * Experience in using Cityspan database a plus Pay: $25 / hour About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR 9BNnF6SrQh

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking a committed, part-time instructor to instruct 10-12 high school teens with disabilities who are between the ages of 14 to 21. This program runs simultaneously with Lutz Buddies, where teens with disabilities will be paired together with neurotypical peers who will help them to create art projects, learn life skills, and foster friendships. The instructor will co- facilitate various art based projects and ensure a supportive, engaging, and adaptive environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience, creativity, and a passion for promoting inclusion and diversity through the arts. The instructor will recruit, teach, and mentor teens and will also manage operational pieces such as program planning and budget creation. After School Matters has four program branches: North/Northwest, South/Southwest, Downtown, and Program Supports (special initiatives) The typical schedule for program sessions are as follows: * Summer: 7 weeks, daily Monday through Thursday, and four instructional hours per day. Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Design and deliver engaging, hands-on art activities that cater to teens with disabilities while fostering a positive, safe, and collaborative atmosphere for all teen participants. * Create an inclusive and welcoming environment where all teens feel supported, valued, and encouraged to express themselves through art. * Prepare, organize, and supervise the weekly lessons that foster social awareness, communication, and collaboration among all participants. * Plan and implement high-quality related field trips and guest visits to enhance instruction and training. * Provide supervision during program field trips and other youth engagement opportunities. * Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session. * Attend all planning and program dates, including: Instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions. * Participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process of teen program participants * Manage and track program activities such as attendance, interview outcomes, enrollment, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (Cityspan). * Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise teens at an average of 10:1, instructor: teen ratio Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Demonstrated practical knowledge of working with teens with disabilities * Creative problem-solving skills, ability to adapt activities to meet teen needs * Customer service skills; ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders (teen participants, parents, ASM programs staff, vendors, etc.) * Cultural competence Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area etc. is preferred. * Familiarity with specific Chicago neighborhoods is preferred. • Experience teaching, specifically teenagers with disabilities, is highly preferred. About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR hSlr2Oacxr

Job DescriptionSummary of Position: After School Matters is seeking committed, part-time instructors to teach yoga alongside basketball and volleyball instructors located at a partner site in Woodlawn area during the Summer Session 2026 Program Session. This program offers a vibrant yoga clinic enriched with wellness activities, community building, and personal development while building upon basketball and volleyball skills. Designed for teens, the program provides a safe, supportive, and fun environment where participants can explore movement, build skills, and practice mindfulness. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Plan and facilitate a yoga curriculum, including community engagement opportunities and guest speakers., • Teach foundational poses, breathing techniques, and sequences appropriate for teens., • Facilitate mindful group practice, and provide individualized feedback to support growth in flexibility, balance, and self-awareness., • Engage and guide teens through leadership methods and their application in real world experiences, • Adapt instruction to meet varying skill levels and encourage participation., • Create clear structure and support for teens, including agenda setting, creating group norms, and abide by ASMs supportive behavior management plan and incident reporting procedures, • Administrative: Conduct teen interviews and select teens by the roster deadline, complete data entry including interview outcomes, daily attendance, teen checklist support, program reports, teen survey administration, • Supervise teens at an average of 15:1, teens: instructor ratio, • Supervise and collaborate with a teen coach. Instructors must have a program curriculum plan. See ASM Program Planner Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and ability to teach them effectively, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Must be organized and possess a strong attention to detail, • Cultural competence, • Youth development Required Qualifications: • Certified yoga instructor preferred., • Experience teaching yoga to youth or beginners or working with youth in a sports setting is highly preferred, • Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area etc. is preferred, high school diploma or GED required, • Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required Program schedule: About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR 7pm8ctEUGc

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking temporary, part-time instructors to teach its ComEd Youth Ambassador programs during the Summer Session 2026. The ComEd Youth Ambassador program will empower high school teens to become experts and advocates of efficient energy use in their communities. Primary Focus: Teens will learn about ComEd’s smart grid, the installation and use of smart meters across Chicago, and ComEd’s energy efficiency and sustainability programs. In addition, teens will learn about beneficial electrification as they explore ways to reduce or eliminate fossil fuels using electricity to power devices. Teens will also attend career panels with scientists, engineers, and industry leaders that work in the energy field throughout Chicago. The optimal candidate will have a passion and skill for science, technology, engineering, math and youth development. Location: This position has openings at the following locations: • After School Matters at Orleans (Cabrini), • Michael and Karyn Lutz Center (Belmont Cragin), • Implement a pre-developed engaging and hands-on energy management curriculum aligned with After School Matters program guidelines, • Deliver inquiry-based instruction that engages teens in discovery through participation in demonstrations, hands-on activities, research, and oral presentations, • Intentionally support critical youth development skills, including leadership development, community building, real-world and experiential learning, public speaking, youth voice and agency, • Collaborate with teens to build multiple STEM projects throughout the session, including a high visibility culminating showcase presentation., • Foster a rigorous, cooperative, and engaging learning environment for all, taking in account varied learning strategies and best practices that address diverse abilities and backgrounds, • Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session, • Attend all planning and program dates, including instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions, • Participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process of teen program participants, • Co-lead a program of 25-30 teen participants and 1 teen program assistant, • Supervise teens during program field trips and other youth engagement opportunities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Content area knowledge in energy, physics, engineering, math, or a related STEM field, • Demonstrated understanding of the relationship between STEM concepts and real world experiences, • Broad knowledge of relevant STEM terms and definitions, • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Must be organized and possess a strong attention to detail Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM or education major is required, • Experience working in a field related to the content area highly preferred, • Experience teaching, specifically teens, if highly preferred, • Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required Schedule: • This is a temporary, part-time position scheduled for approximately 25 hours/week for 6 weeks, • Summer Session runs from late June to early August, Monday-Friday, approximately 5 hours/day, • Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, and training beginning as early as April 2026 Compensation: $25 - $35 salary/per hour, depending on applicable experience and education Organizational Summary: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR LlCmdHuDCu

Job DescriptionSummary of Position: This is a part-time position scheduled for approximately 7.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. The Culinary Arts Instructor will be responsible for leading culinary arts programs After School Matters' spring session. The start date for this position will be January 13, 2026 and the end date will be May 16, 2026. Example of Culinary Arts programs include: • Foundational Skills, Cooking and Baking, Cake Decorating Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Instructional: Plan and facilitate a 75-hour curriculum, including field trips and guest speakers, • Create clear structure and support for teens, including agenda setting, creating group norms, and abide by ASMs supportive behavior management plan and incident reporting procedures, • Lead the teens through the planning and implementation of an end of session demonstration of learning (showcase), • Administrative: Conduct teen interviews and select teens by the roster deadline, complete data entry including interview outcomes, daily attendance, teen checklist support, program reports, teen survey administration, • Prepare program budgets in accordance with ASM guidelines, • Ensure all workstations are sanitized before and after use, including cutting boards, counters, sinks, and equipment., • Monitor and enforce proper food safety practices, such as handwashing, correct storage temperatures, and prevention of cross-contamination., • Supervise teens at an average of 15:1, teens: instructor ratioInstructors must have a program curriculum plan. See ASM Program Planner Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Demonstrated practical knowledge of content area, • Classroom management experience, preferred, • Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders including teens, participants, parents, ASM program staff, vendors, etc, • Intermediate computer skills, working in Google Suite, • Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area etc. is preferred, high school diploma or GED required, • Experience working in a field relevant to the content area is highly preferred, • Experience teaching, specifically teens, if highly preferred, • Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required Program schedule: • Programs meet for approximately 7.5 hours per week, typically 3 days a week for 2.5 hours., • Preferred schedules are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday between the hours of 3pm – 7pm, hours vary on location availability, • Spring programs will run from February 26, 2026, to May 9, 2026. The programs last for 10 weeks, Monday through Friday (after school hours) and/or Saturday and include 60-90 instructional hours (based on the program model). Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Compensation: $20-27 salary/per hour, depending on applicable experience and education About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. ASM has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. ASM offers paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters’ annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR 09BUfpjKx2

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking committed part-time instructors to teach a Volleyball, Health, and Wellness program located at a partner site in Woodlawn area during the Summer Session 2026 Program Session. The Volleyball, Health, and Wellness Program offers a vibrant Volleyball clinic enriched with wellness activities, community building, and personal development. Designed for teens, the program provides a safe, supportive, and fun environment where participants can explore movement, build skills, and practice mindfulness. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Plan and facilitate a volleyball curriculum, including community engagement opportunities and guest speakers, • Teach and demonstrate volleyball fundamentals, including serving, passing, setting, and spiking., • Lead drills, organize games and scrimmages, and provide feedback to help teens improve, • Engage and guide teens through leadership methods and their application in real world experiences, • Adapt instruction to meet varying skill levels and encourage participation., • Create clear structure and support for teens, including agenda setting, creating group norms, and abide by ASMs supportive behavior management plan and incident reporting procedures, • Administrative: Conduct teen interviews and select teens by the roster deadline, complete data entry including interview outcomes, daily attendance, teen checklist support, program reports, teen survey administration, • Supervise teens at an average of 15:1, teens: instructor ratio Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong knowledge of volleyball fundamentals and ability to teach them effectively, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Must be organized and possess a strong attention to detail, • Cultural competence, • Youth development Required Qualifications: • Experience coaching volleyball and working with youth in a sports setting is highly preferred, • Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area etc. is preferred, high school diploma or GED required, • Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required Program schedule: • The summer program will run for four weeks during July 2026, totaling 20 instructional hours., • Program hours are Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with one additional session scheduled for Tuesday, July 19th from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., • Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Compensation: $20-27 / per hour, depending on applicable experience and education About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR nKsjVIkwXA

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking committed, part-time instructors to teach its Intro to Construction Trades program during the Spring or Summer 2026 Session for 15-18 high school participants between the ages of 16 to 18. The Intro to Construction Trades program will provide teens who are interested in the trades with the opportunity to explore different career pathways in the construction trades and learn from various trades professionals. Teens will be learn about craft skills and key components of the trades industry, engage with trades professionals during program visits and field trips, and hone critical life and work skills through hands-on, project-based learning experiences. Teens will also be able to get OSHA and CPR certifications by the end of the program session. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Design & implement an engaging and hands-on construction trades curriculum aligned with After School Matters program guidelines., • Expose a diverse group of teen participants to various facets of the construction trades industry, • Facilitate career exploration and connect program activities to competencies in the skilled trades, • Intentionally support critical youth development skills, including leadership development; community building; real-world and experiential learning; public speaking; youth voice and agency., • Deliver instruction in, and lead teen participants though, inquiry-based discovery methods, including but not limited to, Instructor demonstrations, hands-on activities, research, oral presentations, • Facilitate teens in the completion of a culminating project and/or event at the end of the program session to demonstrate overall learning., • Develop, plan, and implement high-quality related field trips, master classes, events, and guest visits to enhance instruction and training, • Provide supervision during program field trips and other youth engagement opportunities, • Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session, • Attend all planning and program dates, including: Instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions, • Participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process of teen program participants, • Manage and track program activities such as attendance, interview outcomes, enrollment, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (Cityspan) Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant major (e.g., construction management) OR completion of a recognized trades apprenticeship program is preferred., • Experience in the field of Carpentry is preferred., • Experience teaching, specifically teenagers, is highly preferred., • Programs meet for approximately 7.5 hours per week, typically 3 days a week for 2.5 hours., • The Spring program session will run for 10 weeks from February 23rd to May 9th. Program hours are Monday through Friday after school, and include 75 instructional. Additional hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Exact program meeting days/times are flexible, with some restrictions, so long as instructional hours are met. Compensation: $20 - $27 / per hour, depending on applicable experience and education About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR 0142eo1qMW

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking temporary, part-time instructors to teach performing arts programs during the summer, fall and spring sessions for 15 to 30 high school participants between the ages of 14 to 20. This is a part-time position scheduled for approximately 7.5 hours per week for the summer session and could stay on for further program sessions. The optimal candidate will have a passion for the performing arts and youth development. Responsibilities: * Design an engaging, hands-on performing arts curriculum that utilizes a variety of instructional methodologies that establishes clear objectives for teen participants * Provide instruction in and lead teen participants though, inquiry-based discovery methods, including but not limited to, Instructor demonstrations, hands-on activities, performances, assessment and coaching, youth and instructor content development, etc. * Provide teen participants with the basic/advanced fundamentals and technical knowledge in the selected discipline * Engage and guide teens through the creative process considering the varied methods for optimal design and performance * Establish and maintain a rigorous and cooperative learning environment where students flourish taking in account varied learning strategies and best practices that address diverse abilities and backgrounds * Guide student practice and development towards a culminating project (performances) at the end of the program * Intentionally expose teen participants to the varied professions in performing arts and related industries * Develop, plan, and implement high-quality related field trips, master classes and guest visits to enhance instruction and training * Organize, develop, and coordinate special events/activities in the discipline * Intentionally support critical youth development skills, including leadership development; community building; real-world and experiential learning; public speaking; youth voice and agency * Attend all planning and program dates, including: Instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions * Participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process of participants * Maintain a safe, engaging, and positive environment for program participants * Provide supervision during program field trips and other youth engagement opportunities * Manage and track program activities such as attendance, interview outcomes, enrollment, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (Cityspan). * Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session. Qualifications: * Associates or Bachelor’s degree in the related discipline preferred but not required * Content area expertise in performing art or a related experience in the STEM field * CPR Certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association preferred * Supervisory/teaching experience preferred * Demonstrated ability to teach formal and informal technique in one of the relevant disciplines in group settings with a minimum class of 15 students * Be knowledgeable of the relationship between performing art with real world experiences * Broad knowledge of relevant performing art discipline terms and definitions * Enthusiastic about performing art and teaching * Experience working with groups of people (teenagers and adults) * Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Must be organized and possess a strong attention to detail Supervisory Responsibilities: * 15 to 30 Teen participants Compensation: $20-27 salary/per hour, depending on applicable experience and education About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR URQK82WLTH

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking committed part-time instructors to teach a Basketball, Health, and Wellness program located at a partner site in Woodlawn area during the Summer Session 2026 Program Session. The Basketball, Health, and Wellness Program offers a vibrant basketball clinic enriched with wellness activities, community building, and personal development. Designed for teens, the program provides a safe, supportive, and fun environment where participants can explore movement, build skills, and practice mindfulness. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Plan and facilitate a basketball curriculum, including community engagement, • opportunities and guest speakers, • Teach and demonstrate basketball fundamentals, including dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense, • Lead drills, organize games and scrimmages, and provide feedback to help teens improve, • Engage and guide teens through leadership methods and their application in real world experiences, • Adapt instruction to meet varying skill levels and encourage participation., • Create clear structure and support for teens, including agenda setting, creating group norms, and abide by ASMs supportive behavior management plan and incident reporting procedures, • Administrative: Conduct teen interviews and select teens by the roster deadline, complete data entry including interview outcomes, daily attendance, teen checklist support, program reports, teen survey administration, • Supervise teens at an average of 15:1, teens: instructor ratio, • Supervise and collaborate with a teen coach. Instructors must submit a program curriculum plan before the start of the program session. See ASM Program Planner Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and ability to teach them effectively, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Must be organized and possess a strong attention to detail, • Cultural competence, • Youth development Required Qualifications: • Experience coaching basketball and working with youth in a sports setting is highly preferred, • Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area etc. is preferred, high school diploma or GED required, • Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required Program schedule: • The summer program will run for four weeks during July 2026., • Program hours are Tuesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with one additional session scheduled for Thursday, July 21 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR SH0RNC5EFp

Job DescriptionSummary of Position: The Program Specialist is primarily responsible for facilitating and managing the day-to-day logistics of a portfolio of 20-25 high-quality programs through regular site visits, performing program observations, and providing actionable recommendations to enhance program quality, safety, compliance, instruction, attendance, enrollment, and retention, as well as addressing other critical areas. Supervisory Responsibilities: • Employee Instructors and Program Providers, • Provide direction to community and campus liaisons and ensure compliance with program requirements, • Oversee and ensure high-quality of all programs within portfolio;, • Build and maintain a high-quality program portfolio that includes after school, daytime, weekend, and school break programs., • Track and analyze program data to identify trends, address challenges, identify program supports needed, and implement strategies that maximize participation and retention in programs, • Assist in the recruitment process of program staff, oversee the selection of returning programs, identify new program providers, and ensure compliance with portfolio benchmarks, • Assess program quality and compliance and provide program budget and portfolio reports and recommendations to Program Manager, • Conduct regular program site visits for each program in portfolio and make recommendations for Youth Program Quality Assessments, • Manage ASM instructors from recruitment to providing ongoing coaching to instructors, ensuring they have the resources and training necessary to deliver high-quality programming, • Co-lead facilities meetings and maintain regular communication with Facilities Management re: building cleanliness, building organization, building repairs, space reservations, building improvements, security, safety drills, food service, etc., • Establish, communicate, and uphold building expectations (entry/exit, food/drink expectations, no gum, appropriate attire, etc.), • Address teen behavioral incidents by facilitating mediation, conducting parent/guardian follow‑up, documenting incidents, and recommending appropriate next steps, including escalation in alignment with organizational policies and safety protocols, • Provide leadership for designated program sites when the Senior Program Manager is not available.Administrative Duties, • Act as the primary contact for instructors, community/campus liaisons, and school staff for programs, • Assist in developing and implementing effective teen recruitment and retention strategies for branch programs, • Plan, schedule, organize, and conduct all assigned meetings with partners, instructors, community, and campus liaisons each session, • Submit incident reports and follow up on next steps, including conducting thorough follow-up on incident reports, and addressing concerns raised by instructors, community-based organizations, schools, and sites with support from Program ManagerCommunity Relations, • Coordinate community outreach efforts, including attending events and meetings (e.g., aldermanic meetings, police district beat meetings, library meetings) to promote programs and recruit participants, securing locations for programs, • Gather feedback from community members and partners to create new programs, continuously improve existing programs and address the needs of the communities served, • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Excellent interpersonal skills, • Skilled in developing and facilitating collaborative relationships, • Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams, • Demonstrated experience managing facility and program operations, • Excellent organizational skills and problem solving abilities, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Excellent Microsoft Office skills; ability to collect and maintain information as needed, • Demonstrated experience in project management, • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, • Ability to work in a fast paced, high energy environment, • Respect for all levels of the organization and outside partners, • Energetic team player who works well in collaborative situations, • Strong orientation to customer service Qualifications: • Minimum Bachelor’s degree required, • Minimum 5-7 years relevant experience, • Valid Driver’s License, insured transportation, and driving record that satisfies our Motor Vehicle Policy required, • Cook County residency required, • Experience in using Cityspan database a plus About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR 0i0h1X2GAT

Job Description Summary of Position: After School Matters is seeking licensed barbers or cosmetologists to develop and lead programs beginning Summer 2026 at the Lutz Center. After School Matters is looking for committed, part-time instructors to teach programs for 15-30 teen participants (standard instructor: teen ratio 15:1) between the ages of 14 to 19. Program content is determined by instructor; program goal is to provide teen participants lens into industry and structured space to learn basic skills and techniques. Examples include but not limited to hair cutting or styling, make up technique and artistry, nail art, or other skills within cosmetology field. Program Sessions and Schedules: Summer: 7 weeks, 20 hours a week with additional hours allotted for planning, recruitment, professional development and meetings. Programs run Monday-Thursday with the choice of 8:30am-12:30pm or 1pm-5pm. Summer programs begin June 22 and end August 7. Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepare, organize, and supervise interactive, teen-led activities on content area while fostering a positive, safe, and collaborative atmosphere for all teen participants. * Develop, plan, and implement high-quality related field trips, master classes, events, and guest visits to enhance instruction and training * Report all problems or concerns and program updates to After School Matters Program Specialist to maintain consistent lines of communication throughout the program session * Attend all planning and program dates, including: instructor orientation, professional development workshops, meetings and other required sessions * Lead the recruitment, interview, and selection process of teen program participants * Manage and track program activities such as attendance, interview outcomes, enrollment, evaluation surveys, and pertinent student records in an online data tracking system (Cityspan). * Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: * Supervise teens at an average of 15:1, instructor: teen ratio Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Demonstrated practical knowledge of content area * Creative problem-solving skills * Customer service skills; ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders (teen participants, parents, ASM programs staff, vendors, etc.) * Cultural competence Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area etc. is preferred; high school diploma or GED required. * Experience working in a field relevant to the content area is required. * Familiarity with specific Chicago neighborhoods is required. * Experience teaching, specifically teenagers, is highly preferred. * Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required. Compensation: $20 - $27 / hour, depending on applicable experience and education About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. ASM has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. ASM offers paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters’ annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR tM2yrDE6Jv

Job Description Summary of Position: We are seeking a passionate and skilled Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Instructor to lead engaging and educational classes for teens, focusing on the fundamentals of MMA and practical self-defense techniques. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth, a strong background in martial arts, and a commitment to fostering a safe, respectful, and empowering learning environment. This part-time position is scheduled for approximately 20-30 hours per week per program session. Program times for Summer 2026 will follow the schedule below: June 22 – August 7 Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 12:30pm and/or 1:30pm – 5:30pm Key Responsibilities: * Instructional: Co-plan and co-facilitate a 75-hour curriculum, including field trips and guest speakers * Create clear structure and support for teens, including agenda setting, creating group norms, and abide by ASMs supportive behavior management plan and incident reporting procedures * Lead the teens through the planning and implementation of an end-of-session demonstration of learning (showcase) * Administrative: Conduct teen interviews and select teens by the roster deadline, complete data entry including interview outcomes, daily attendance, teen checklist support, program reports, teen survey administration * Prepare program budgets in accordance with ASM guidelines * Supervise teens at an average of 17:1, teens: instructor ratio (1 being an assistant and 1 being an intern of your choosing) * Teach foundational techniques from disciplines such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Wrestling, and Boxing. * Emphasize discipline, respect, physical fitness, and personal safety. * Create a positive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages participation and growth. * Collaborate with program staff to support youth development goals. * Maintain equipment and training space cleanliness and readiness. Qualifications: * High school diploma or GED required * Experience working in a field relevant to the content area is highly preferred * Experience teaching, specifically teens, is highly preferred * Commitment to diversity and inclusion is required * Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching MMA or related martial arts. * Proven experience working with teens or in youth development programs. * Certification in martial arts instruction or equivalent training preferred. * CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to motivate and inspire young learners. * Background check required. Preferred Skills: * Experience in conflict resolution or trauma-informed instruction. * Knowledge of youth psychology or adolescent development. * Bilingual abilities are a plus. Compensation: $20-27 salary/per hour, depending on applicable experience and education About Us: After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond. Thirty-five years later, now known as After School Matters, our program has engaged more than 450,000 Chicago teens and is the nation’s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do. We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters' annual operating budget is approximately $48M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization. For more information, visit . EEO: 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. Powered by JazzHR d6UW2vWKYk

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Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash

Delivering with Uber is an alternative to a part-time or full-time job and can get you earning cash quickly.Delivering with Uber allows you to earn quick cash while maintaining the flexibility your schedule requires (gig, part-time, full-time, seasonal, hourly, or temporary).With Uber, you can cash