Youth Programs Instructor

Our Organization

Many Languages One Voice (MLOV) was founded in 2010. Our mission is to build power with immigrant communities in Washington, DC. We do this by fostering the leadership and greater civic participation of immigrants and refugees who do not speak English as their primary language. We believe an actively engaged community that challenges existing inequities is key to achieving systemic change. Thus, we support our members’ leadership and amplify the voices of our most vulnerable members to find solutions to the systemic inequities that impact their lives.

MLOV is a leading player in the immigrant rights and justice movement in DC and regularly builds partnerships and coalitions with wide-ranging stakeholders. In addition to nonprofits and community organizations, MLOV works with government officials, agencies, businesses, and worker groups to advance power-building of immigrant communities in DC.

Position Overview

As the Youth Programs Instructor, your primary responsibility will be planning and implementing lessons and activities for MLOV’s After-School and Summer Youth Programs for middle school and high school students, in partnership with other Youth Programs staff, interns, and/or volunteers.

During the school-year programming season (October - May), your schedule would be in-person, approximately 11:30am - 7:30pm, Monday - Thursday, and remote on Fridays. During the summer programming season (mid June - early August), work hours will be approximately 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday, in-person. During weeks when there is no programming, there would be the option to work remotely three days per week and two in-person. Occasional weekend work may be required.

This is a full-time (40 hours), salaried position with a desired start date of December 2nd, 2024. Salary range for this position is between $56,000 - $62,000. This role reports to the Youth Programs Manager.

Overview of Responsibilities

Please note this overview may not fully encompass all possible duties, as the work may evolve over time in response to community needs and organizational priorities.

Curriculum and Instruction:

• The Youth Programs Instructor will lead planning and implementation of youth program activities for the School Year and Summer Program, in partnership with other Youth Programs team staff;
• Using MLOV’s youth program curriculum, plan and implement meaningful and interactive activities for youth program participants;
• Develop and support creative new programming for youth as needed;
• Collaborate with other program staff on planning and implementing the MLOV Summer Youth Program, which is held early July - early August, Monday - Friday, 5 hours per day;
• As available, participate in and attend professional development trainings on youth development, online and in-person;
• Provide individual coaching/case management to students;

Youth and Family Communication:

• Establish rapport with immigrant youth and their families;
• Communicate with student’s guardians in regards to student engagement and behavior in the program (attendance, development, etc.);
• In collaboration with other program staff, facilitate program orientation for parents and students;

Program Logistics:

• Attend outreach events to promote youth and other MLOV programs;
• Conduct administrative and clerical duties such as maintaining attendance records, filing and data entry;
• Support food service and program set-up/tear-down before and after session;
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for all youth;
• Adhere to all program and MLOV organizational policies;

MLOV's Youth Programming

MLOV’s Youth Programming focuses on providing immigrant youth with pathways to academic and career success, civic and social engagement, and leadership opportunities through after-school, summer, and mentorship programming. By participating in our programs, immigrant and English Learner youth experience a safe and empowering space where their identities and backgrounds are celebrated and they have the chance to be a kid. They develop leadership skills, build confidence around their identity, and learn how to advocate for issues in their communities.

Our Students

Nearly all of our current students come from Spanish-speaking households. About half are recent arrivals, primarily from Venezuela, and the other half were born in the U.S. as children of immigrants. Most attend D.C. public or public charter schools. The majority of our youth are also low-income, with some students also experiencing housing and/or food insecurity. They primarily live in Wards 1, 4, and 5.

Our After-School and Summer Program

In the After-School Program, middle school and high school immigrant youth from across the District meet twice a week to delve deeper into our core themes of leadership, identity, and advocacy. Sample lesson topics include future plans, goal-setting, cultural differences, conflict resolution, school success, healthy boundaries, issues in our communities, and community engagement. Lessons are interactive and student-focused with group discussions, team building activities, and hands-on projects. In addition to the structured activities, staff and students have the opportunity to bond during free time, homework support, and occasional field trips. Our summer program spans for five weeks, Monday - Friday, and includes additional field trips and out of classroom activities. We also implement standalone programming for youth, including STEM focused programs, gender specific programs, and our youth leadership council.

Required Qualifications

You have:

• At least a bachelor’s degree, with a focus in education, political science, psychology, sociology, anthropology, social work, or related fields preferred;
• Experience training groups of middle school and high school youth;
• COVID-19 vaccination;

You are:

• Flexible, adaptable, and a team player;
• Self-aware and culturally competent;
• Willing to obtain or already possess the following background checks:
  • Current check from DC Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) Child Protection Registry (CPR),
  • Current check from Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check,
  • Current check from Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Criminal Background Check,
  • Current check from National Sex Offender Registry (NSO),
  • and
  • Drug, alcohol abuse, and Tuberculosis screening;

Preferred Characteristics

Ideally, you have:

• Fluency in a language other than English (Spanish preferred);
• Experience preparing presentations, writing emails, drafting documents, having conversations, and/or making phone calls in a language other than English;
• An understanding of community organizing principles;
• Open to discussing power and privilege;
• Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback;
• Interested in learning techniques and skills in positive youth development and trauma-informed teaching;

Note: We recognize that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. MLOV is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.

Many Languages One Voice is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. MLOV encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to arrest or conviction, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. Black and Indigenous people, immigrants, and other people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants who live in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and understand its unique policy landscape.