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Summary of Position:u00a0u00a0After 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.u00a0 This part-time position is scheduled foru00a0approximately 20-30u00a0hours per week per program session.u00a0u00a0 Program times for Summer 2026 will follow the schedule below:u00a0u00a0 June 22 u2013 August 7u00a0 Monday - Thursdayu00a0 8:30am to 12:30pm and/or 1:30pm u2013 5:30pmu00a0 Instructors must have a program curriculum plan.u00a0See ASM Program Planner (u00a0 u00a0u00a0 Major Duties and Responsibilities:u00a0 + Guideu00a07 weeku00a0session for teens offering an introduction to welding in a fabrication settingu00a0u00a0 + Instructors willu00a0be responsible foru00a0educating a diverse population ofu00a0teenagersu00a0methods of GMAW, SMAW and GTAW, with a strong coinciding element of welding sciences and associated skillsu00a0u00a0 + The instructor will develop,u00a0planu00a0and implement high quality content related field trips, master classes,u00a0eventsu00a0and guest visits to enhance instruction and training.u00a0u00a0 + u00a0Instructors will be expected tou00a0participateu00a0in the recruitment,u00a0interviewu00a0and selection process of teen program participants.u00a0 + Instructors will also be expected tou00a0participateu00a0in planning and program dates such as instructor orientation, professional development workshops,u00a0meetingsu00a0and other required sessions.u00a0 + Supervise teens at an average of 12:1, instructor: teen ratiou00a0 u00a0u00a0 Knowledge,u00a0Skillsu00a0and Abilities:u00a0u00a0 + Comprehensive knowledge of safety guidelines in a weld shopu00a0 + A thorough understanding of combination welding processes and associated prep/finishing skillsu00a0 + Knowledge of aluminum,u00a0steelu00a0and stainless welding processesu00a0 + An understanding of the science of weldingu00a0 + Ability to read and understand technical drawings or blueprintsu00a0 + Familiarity with schools and career pathways in welding industries and an interest in working with teensu00a0 u00a0u00a0 Qualifications:u00a0 + Associates Degreeu00a0in 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 isu00a0required.u00a0 + Familiarity with specific Chicago neighborhoods isu00a0required.u00a0 + Experience teaching, specifically teenagers, is highly preferred.u00a0 + Commitment to diversity and inclusion isu00a0required.u00a0 u00a0u00a0 Program Sessions and Schedules:u00a0 The typical schedule for program sessionsu00a0areu00a0as follows:u00a0 + Summer: 6 tou00a07 weeks, daily Monday through Thursday/Friday (based on the program model), four instructional hours daily in the afternoon.u00a0Additionalu00a0hours are allotted for planning, recruitment, professionalu00a0developmentu00a0and meetings. Exact program meeting days/times are flexible, with some restrictions, so long as instructional hours are met.u00a0 + 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.u00a0u00a0This role is for the North/Northwest Branch at the 3435 N. Cicero Ave location.u00a0 u00a0u00a0 Compensation:u00a0The pay rate is typically between $21-35 per hour based on experience and education.u00a0 u00a0u00a0 About Us:u00a0After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs tou00a0nearly 19,000u00a0Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond.u00a0 ASM has engaged more than 400,000 Chicago teens and is the nationu2019s largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens.u00a0u00a0 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.u00a0 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 Mattersu2019 annual operating budget is approximately $35M and employs approximately 500 staff across the organization.u00a0 u00a0u00a0 EEO:u00a0u00a0After 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