Summer Youth Program Instructor

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Summer Youth Program Instructor will be responsible for leading and implementing activities for MLOV’s Summer Youth Program, aimed at youth in grades 6-12 (ages 11-18), in partnership with other program staff, interns, and/or volunteers. The Summer Youth Program Instructor is responsible for the development, growth, and skill achievement of Summer Youth Program participants.

This role is a full-time (35 hours), temporary summer position from late June to mid-August 2026, with the possibility of extension as a part-time role for the 2026-2027 After School Program (September 2026 to April 2027).

The desired start date for this role is June 22, 2026 with an end date of Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Pay for this role is $22.00 - $25.00 per hour. This role reports to the Youth Leadership Programs Manager.

MLOV’s Summer Youth Program

MLOV’s Summer Youth Program primarily serves first, 1.5, and second-generation immigrants, mainly from low-income, Spanish-speaking households. For five weeks during the summer, 50-55 rising 6th through 12th graders focus on life skills for their futures, explore who they are, and gain confidence in their leadership abilities. They build friendships with like-minded youth and go on weekly field trips.

As staff, we prioritize creating a sense of community and belonging, take an empathetic and assets-based approach, and make an intentional choice to show up for our youth and community every day. In 2025, over 87% of our students felt like they belonged and contributed to making the space safe.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Instruction and Facilitation

• The Summer Youth Program Instructor will be responsible for a classroom of 20-30 middle or high school youth, in collaboration with a co-instructor, classroom assistant, and/or other Summer Youth Program staff;
• Use curriculum resources provided by MLOV and/or obtained through independent research to facilitate engaging, meaningful, and interactive activities for youth;
• Collaborate with other Summer Youth Program staff to maintain and actively cultivate a safe and supportive environment for all youth;
• Supervise and lead youth on field trips, in partnership with other staff;

Mentorship

• Establish rapport with young people enrolled in the program, most of whom are first, 1.5, and second-generation immigrants who identify as Black, Brown, Indigenous, Latino/a, and/or English learner;
• As needed, meet in small groups and/or 1:1 with youth to facilitate communication and/or remediate conflicts, with support from other staff;
• Be a positive role model and example;

Administration and Logistics

• Be part of facilitating program orientation for parents and students in June, in collaboration with other program staff;
• Assist with program set-up and tear-down before and after session;
• Participate in daily debrief meetings;
• Submit written documentation about student behavior and meetings, as needed;
• Adhere to all program and MLOV organizational policies;

Schedule

• This role will be required to be in-person during Pre- and Post-Program Weeks, as well as during the Summer Youth Program itself:
  • Pre-Program Week: 9:00 am-4:00 pm, June 29 to July 3, 2026
  • Summer Youth Program: 8:00 am-3:00 pm, July 6 to August 7, 2026
  • Post-Program Week: 9:00 am-4:00 pm, August 10 to 12, 2026
  • with the possibility of occasional earlier arrival or later departure based on program needs.
• Before June 29, 2026, the role may be hybrid or in-person, depending on program needs.

Required Qualifications

You have:

• At least a High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HSED, HiSET, or TASC);
• Experience working with youth, preferably middle and/or high school students;
• Experience with Canva, Google Suite, and/or Microsoft Suite;
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

You are:

• Able to facilitate lessons and mentor students in English and Spanish;
• A self-starter, team player, problem-solver, and someone with excellent communication skills;
• Flexible, adaptable, and interested in making a positive impact in the community;
• Willing to obtain (or already have):
  • COVID-19 vaccination
  • 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, and
  • Current check from National Sex Offender Registry (NSO).

Preferred Characteristics

Ideally, you also have:

• At least some post-secondary studies, with a focus in education, political science, sociology, social work, psychology, or related fields preferred;
• Professional, educational, or lived experience working with immigrants, low-income individuals, and/or youth of color;
• Experience facilitating lessons or activities;
• Personal or professional experience navigating and/or coaching youth through post-secondary education and career applications, scholarship and financial aid processes, highly preferred;
• Experience preparing presentations, writing emails, drafting documents, having conversations, and/or making phone calls in a language other than English;
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus.

Important to Know: 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.

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 would encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. Preference will be given to applicants who live in Washington, DC and/or have plans to make the city their home.

Able to facilitate lessons and mentor students in English and Spanish. Fluency in additional languages is a plus.