Overview/Description of the Organization: Minnesota's first language immersion school, Adams is a K-5 school where students receive instruction in Spanish across all subject areas in order to become bilingual, bi-literate, and multicultural citizens of the world. At Adams, our one-way immersion program is designed primarily for students who are proficient in English when they start kindergarten. K and 1st grade are taught entirely in Spanish; additionally, students in grades 2-5 have 30 minutes a day of English Language Arts instruction. Specialist classes include music, art, science, technology integration, and physical education. Students may continue the immersion program through grade 12 at Highland Park Middle School and Highland Park Senior High School.

Job Title: Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: Tutors at Adams will work one-on-one and with small groups of students to support differentiated learning for students who need additional support as well as for those who need additional enrichment. The work would support math and/or literacy. Spanish proficiency preferred (written and oral language).

Specific Duties: Specific duties include: 1. Work one-on-one or in a small group with students who need additional support 2. Work one-on-one or in a small group with students who need enrichment 3. Meet and/or touch base with teachers on a regular basis about student progress and for direction 4. Develop materials as appropriate for working with individuals and small groups 5. Other duties as assigned by teacher

Qualifications: • Students should have an interest in working with elementary-age children (ages 5 - 11). • Prior experience in this area preferred but not required. • High level of Spanish proficiency (oral and written) preferred, since most of our instruction is in Spanish.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: During school day 9:30 - 4:00

Location: 615 South Chatsworth Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Overview/Description of the Organization: African American Registry® (the Registry) is the most comprehensive on-line storehouse in the world of African American heritage. Our Mission is: Uniting Communities Through Education, Transforming Communities Through Learning. Our mission successfully supports education and the community in 4 primary areas: 1. Service: K-12 Staff Development through our Teacher Forum. Our workshop includes lesson plans, coaching and ongoing support. 2. Media: HD videos that enhance our articles while preserving our stories. Called the Black Box, they assist teachers and inspire students and communities to value themselves and education. 3. Programs: Our Street Team project brings middle school youth of different races together with Elders for recorded and published dialogue. This allows cross-cultural and cross-generational bonding for a valuable life experience. 4. Products: Our “Black Heritage/365” Wall Calendar is in its 10th year of printing. And our go fish card game “Fishing The Registry” for ages 5 and up.

Job Title: Program Producer

Overview/Description of the Position: Student workers will engage in the K-16 education community to emphasize the benefits of a broader curriculum in all subjects. They will unearth lessor known content for online publication and assist in dissemination our content. Finally they will create relationships with younger people and elders for deeper understanding of both demographics.

Specific Duties: Coaching K-12 teachers. Developing and assisting with Youth Programs. Researching historical content. Collecting and Producing Personal Narratives.

Qualifications: Assertiveness with decorum towards other races and cultures. An understanding of social media and its potential for misuse. Grasp or previous experience in writing, final cut pro editing and high definition video camera work.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Mid morning and mid afternoon.

Location: Our office is located at 3400 Park avenue, minneapolis, minnesota 55407. Our worksites will vary.

Overview/Description of the Organization: Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. We are a safe, positive after-school environment where kids feel they belong. We serve children K-12 and provide them with hope and opportunities for their future. The Club culture emphasizes positive reinforcement, praise, and recognition for youth achievement. Our foundation is building character, positivity and determination in young people.

Job Title: STARS Assistant Program Coordinator

Overview/Description of the Position: Working under the direction of the Literacy Coordinator with additional development and training support from the Program Director and Education Specialist, the STARS Assistant Program Coordinator helps foster a literacy-rich learning environment that supports youth in improving their reading and literacy skills. This includes facilitating reading and literacy enriching activities for youth as well as recording and documenting literacy improvement for youth. This position will be responsible for assisting in planning, implementing and evaluating programming. The student employee may also be responsible for supporting family engagement events and the literacy recognition program.

Specific Duties: 1. Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of Members 2. Learn names of Members and develop positive relationships with youth and their families 3. Know and implement the youth development strategies focused on literacy development 4. Implement fun activities with high level of energy to attract maximum Member participation 5. Provide guidance, mentoring, and role modeling to Members 6. Support youth in following Club Rules, addressing discipline situations, firmly, fairly, consistently and kindly 7. Help coordinate and lead field trips

Qualifications: 1. A positive attitude and mature personality conducive to working effectively as a team player with diverse Members, Staff, Volunteers, Parents/Guardians and other stakeholders 2. Experience in youth development work 3. Experience/background in early childhood education 4. Responsible, dependable and can take initiative 5. Self-starter 6. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 2:30 - 5:00

Location: 291 East Belvidere Street Saint Paul, MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: Our Mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. We are an after-school program serving children K-12. We provide children with a safe place to learn and grow, and also provide life-enhancing programs and character development experiences. We focus on building ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals and instilling hope and opportunity in young people.

Job Title: Teen Program Coordinator

Overview/Description of the Position: The Teen Program Coordinator(s) will assist in one of the following areas: career development and college exploration, health and wellness, arts and expression or leadership and character development. Depending on the coordinator's interests and focus, he or she will then work along side with the Program Director to establish one program each semester within the guidelines and curriculum established. The Teen Program Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating, executing and evaluating this given program. They will also assist the Program Director in administrative planning and student recruitment and outreach.

Specific Duties: Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Teen Program Coordinator implements, supervises Education, Recreation, Social Recreation, and Art programs specifically for teens. As the Teen Program Coordinator, the person will be responsible for running a program in one of the given areas: Career Development and College Exploration - Assist in structuring a career readiness program incorporating college exploration for twelve high school youth over the course of the semester. Coordinate field trips, schedule practice interviews for the youth and teach them the basic skills required for employment. Health and Wellness - Assist in structuring and facilitating a gender specific program for fifteen high school youth to discuss self-confidence, healthy life choices and building healthy relationships with those around us (romantic, family, teachers, etc.). Arts and Expression - Assist in leading a program for twelve high school youth to explore music recording, spoken word and photography. Leadership - Assist in creating a cohesive group of eight young leaders who plan events and service projects for the organization.

Qualifications: Ability to work with diverse communities Ability to solve conflicts, be flexible and find critical and effective solutions Program development geared to ages 13-18, especially related to youth enhancement programs. Knowledge of youth development principals and developmental characteristics. Ability to plan, organize, and mange programs. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to follow guidelines set forth by organization for running a successful Teen Center. Interpersonal skill development. Data Analysis, record keeping and reporting.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 4:00-8:00pm

Location: 291 East Belvidere Street Saint Paul, MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: The mission of Casa de Esperanza is to mobilize Latinas and Latino communities to end domestic violence. A Latina organization founded in 1982, Casa de Esperanza’s innovative philosophy and approach are grounded in the strengths, realities, and values of Latinas, as well as the knowledge that family and community are the fabric of Latino life. Casa de Esperanza works both locally and nationally to support families, end domestic violence, and increase access to effective services for Latinos across the country.

Job Title: Family Advocate

Overview/Description of the Position: Family Advocates assist battered women and children, both in the Refugio and in the community, to develop, pursue and achieve their goals to live free of violence while promoting Casa de Esperanza’s mission.

Specific Duties: •Provide support to advocates by ensuring that resources are widely share among advocates and volunteer coordinator. ▪Assist women and children to identify goals and methods to achieve them. Provide supportive listening. Assist family members to develop and reinforce safety plans. ▪Provide information about and help women access relevant resources such as OFPs, public benefits, medical care, housing assistance, legal protections, etc. Assist women in preparing and translating documents for VAWA and U-VISA petitions. ▪Intervene on behalf of women/families in crisis situations with police, medical professionals, employers, creditors, social service caseworkers, attorneys, etc. ▪Answer crisis calls. Provide supportive listening and resource information. Assist women in deciding upon a course of action. Arrange for safe shelter and transportation, as needed. ▪Contribute to organizing activities for residents and interact individually with residents. Facilitate house meeting on a rotating basis. Constructively help residents resolve conflicts when necessary. ▪Provide clear and timely work documentation for reporting purposes. Contribute to analysis of the Family Advocacy program, the organization as a whole, and of community trends. ▪Participate in in-service and other job-related training.

Qualifications: Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills in Spanish and English required. -Knowledge of the Latina community. Bi-cultural experience preferred. -Knowledge of domestic violence within a Latino context preferred. -Ability to listen.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 8 to 4 Monday - Friday

Location: Our Shelter is in a confidential address but we are close to Intersection of 3rd Street and Earl St. East SIde of St. Paul, MN 55106

Overview/Description of the Organization: The mission of Casa de Esperanza is to mobilize Latinas and Latino communities to end domestic violence. A Latina organization founded in 1982, Casa de Esperanza’s innovative philosophy and approach are grounded in the strengths, realities, and values of Latinas, as well as the knowledge that family and community are the fabric of Latino life. Casa de Esperanza works both locally and nationally to support families, end domestic violence, and increase access to effective services for Latinos across the country.

Job Title: Youth Peer Education Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: This youth peer education assistant will have the primary responsibility of training, coaching and providing ongoing support to 4-6 Latina youths utilizing a culturally appropriate leadership development curriculum in preparing Latina youth to serve as peer educators. The successful youth peer education assistant will work closely with the Community Initiatives Manager to ensure that programmatic objectives are met.

Specific Duties: The successful youth peer education assistant will work closely with the Community Initiatives Manager to ensure that the following objectives are met: •Increased knowledge of peer education and its impact on Latin@ youth. •Increased knowledge of healthy relationships and domestic violence. •Increased positive awareness in young Latin@s with regard to healthy relationships and their own strengths. •Support of young Latin@s in developing strategies to learn how to live without violence. •Enhancement of personal development in youth and increased youth support networks. Responsibilities • Understand, practice and promote the vision, mission, and values of the organization. • Strategic recruitment to ensure that participants are committed to becoming peer educators. • Lead and implement youth peer education training and workshop activities. • Provide weekly training and coaching sessions for youth peer educators. • Act as a single point of contact for communication with youth peer educators. • Participate in a reflective practice during the span of the internship. • Seek out and develop relationships with possible workshop sites and site coordinators. • Support and guide peer educators in preparation for workshops, to include workshop development and delivery. • Maintain accurate records of workshops and workshop participant demographics and provide timely statistical and activity reports for purposes of planning and outcome reporting. • Survey peer educators quarterly to assess effectiveness and staff regularly to assess needs. • Finalize workshop modules created in collaboration with youth peer educators. • Develop youth peer educator recognition activities. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Education and Experience •Combination of education and experience in youth studies, youth development or a similar field. •Experience working in/with Latino community preferred. •Public speaking and group training experience preferred. Skills and Abilities •Have an ability to calmly handle high pressure and manage inherent conflict between youth; •Have a demonstrated capacity to conduct training or previous experience teaching in urban settings; •Self-starter with ability to implement and analyze a major initiative. •Bi-lingual in Spanish and English preferred; bi-cultural experience preferred. •Effective verbal and written skills in both English and Spanish required. •Knowledge of the Latino community required. •Ability to travel to various locations and work evenings as needed. • Ability to manage multiple priorities to ensure meeting deadlines. • Knowledge of and ability to use computers and other technical resources to effectively accomplish work.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred:

Location: Casa de Esperanza Midway Griggs Building 1821 University Avenue Suite S-155 St. Paul, MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: New Tactics in Human Rights connects human rights activists with each other in a virtual global community to share ideas, learn, and provide support to one another. The program also trains activists to think, plan and act strategically with regard to their human rights issues via proprietary training materials and in-person training sessions.

Job Title: Student Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The New Tactics in Human Rights project (www.newtactics.org) offers a unique experience for a student assistant to work with an international human rights project that promotes tactical sharing, innovation and collaboration among human rights practitioners around the world. This position presents an opportunity to not only work with a project that promotes collaboration among the global human rights community, but to be a part of this community themselves. A student assistant will have the opportunity to assist and learn from the New Tactics staff in many areas of work. Over the past twelve years, the New Tactics project has compiled an extensive collection of human rights tactics used around the world to advance human rights. The project shares this information with advocates around the world through the dissemination of materials, on-line discussions, and the implementation of training workshops. The student assistant will play an important role in researching tactics being used to prevent and resolve human rights abuses in order to promote human rights cultures. The student will assist staff in carrying out a variety of tasks, such as: researching innovative human rights organizations and their tactics, assist in the development of a monthly eNewsletter, blog posts, on-line tactical discussions, developing training materials, writing case studies, supporting the management of the database and website, and assisting in the organization of meetings and workshops. The New Tactics project is in the process of strengthening our online community of human rights practitioners. The student will be able to become part of the New Tactics international community and help foster its growth through online discussions. An additional opportunity exists for an international student skilled and interested in language translation, as there are many opportunities to translate New Tactics materials into their mother language.

Specific Duties: Specific Duties: 1. Research human rights organizations and tactics 2. Write/edit summaries of tactical case studies 3. Maintain and help develop the tactical database 4. Assist in promotional activities: eNewsletter, blogs, articles, etc. 5. Assist with management of the New Tactics interactive website

Qualifications: Qualifications: 1. An interest in human rights 2. Experience conducting online research 3. Excellent writing and communication skills 4. Organized and detail-oriented 5. Computer skills - internet, Word, Excel, and/or website development 6. Desirable but not essential: lanaguage capacity in Arabic, French, Spanish, or other language

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Minimum of 8-10 hours per week, times of day flexible

Location: 2356 University Ave W, St. Paul (corner of Raymond Avenue), Suite 430 (4th floor) Directions from Macalester by car and/or bus: By car: Go north on Snelling to University Ave. Take a left (West) on University Ave to Raymond Avenue. 2356 University Ave is located on the southeast corner of University Ave and Raymond. NOTE: The entrance to the building is from the parking lot at the back of the building, there is no entrance on University Avenue. By bus: 84 SNELLING AV / ROSEDALE to University Ave, then take 50 LTD STOP / MINNEAPOLIS / UNIV AV or 16 UNIV AV / MINNEAPOLIS going west (get down at Raymond Avenue bus stop) Building is across the street - Southwest corner of University Ave and Raymond. NOTE: The entrance to the building is from the parking lot at the back of the building, there is no entrance on University Avenue).

Overview/Description of the Organization: Central Touring Theater (CTT) is a Youth Social Justice Theater program created to give voice to urban youth through the arts of live theater. For the past three decades students in the program have created and toured original shows to over 10,000 people each year. This year they are working to address issues such as Disrupting the School to Prison Pipeline and Challenging the Abuses of Human Trafficing. Other scenes in progress address topics such as street violence, bullying, cultural differences and gender equity. One piece explores the light skin dark skin color lines that have been drawn intentionally to control, divide and fuel hatred among people. Once the play is written students tour the show, run workshops and continue to create awareness, and youth leadership around these issues. Position will be crafted to assist work in CTT and help support the students success artistically, emotionally and academically Intern will set schedule with project supervisor tasks will include, but not be limited to the suggestions below. We will work with the selected intern to develop their skill base as they contribute to us

Job Title: Student Worker For Central Touring Theater

Overview/Description of the Position: Looking for a candidate who wants to work with students, staff and artists in a Social Justice Theater company. Central Touring Theater, located in Central High School has been bringing original youth voice to their community for the past 34 years.

Specific Duties: Student worker will set schedule with project supervisor tasks will include, but not be limited to the suggestions below. we will work with the selected intern to develop their skill base as they contribute to us 1.COLLABORATE WITH STAFF: Work with staff to collaboratively plan, document and evaluate work 2. WORK WITH STUDENTS:Assist in all artistic and academic (research) work with students as they finish their play and prepare to tour the show to the community. 3. THEATER SUPPORT: Work with students and staff to select venues to tour, to create promotional fliers, to prepare to tour, and to support students as they bring their shows to the community. 4. COMMUNITY AND FAMILY INVOLVEMENT: Help to bring an awareness of this work into the community. Help in preparation of final show and celebration. 5. ARTSLITERACY: Work with our team in the development of professional development for teachers 6. DOCUMENTATION: Assist in documentation and dissemination of CTT work and curriculum

Qualifications: Applicant should have: A passion for working with urban youth an interest in learning about the arts as a tool for liberation a desire to work with a team of students dediacted to expressing their voice an ability to work colaboratively within a leadership team a desire to improv and transform public education Focus issues this year include Disrupting The School To Prison Pipeline, Healing the Violence on the streets, addressing isues such as human trafficiing, gender issues, colorism and other issue effecting youth and their communities. NO THEATER EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 10am-2pm weekdays

Location: Central HS 275 North Lexington St Paul MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: CommonBond Communities is committed to providing safe, services enhanced affordable housing for people with low incomes, and is the largest nonprofit provider of affordable rental homes with life-enhancing services in the Upper Midwest. CommonBond’s mission is to build stable homes, strong futures and vibrant communities with the vision that every person has a dignified, affordable home that supports independence and advancement within a flourishing community. Our core values of respect, hope, innovation, partnership, stewardship and justice are evident in our work. Our Skyline Tower site, located between Lexington and Hamline off Interstate 94 provides homes for over 1,000 people, including over 300 youth. The majority of the residents are East African immigrants (mostly from Somalia and Ethiopia). Main services provided at Skyline Tower include onsite social workers, adult programs including English language classes and citizenship, career support and financial literacy, pre-kindergarten education, kindergarten-6th grade youth programs and 7th-12th grade teen program.

Job Title: Early Literacy Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Early Literacy Program Assistant will assist in implementing and managing literacy-focused curriculum for children ages 3 to 5 years old. This will include facilitating small and large group activities, enforcing guidelines for student behavior and implement activities to meet individual children’s needs. This position will work directly alongside a licensed early childhood teacher.

Specific Duties: Program Delivery o Assist in designing, implementing and managing literacy-focused curriculum for children ages 3 to 5 years old. o Facilitate small and large group activities. o Enforce guidelines for student behavior in all areas of youth programs. o Provide general support to volunteers assisting with programs. Program Planning o Plan engaging enrichment activities for small groups of children. o Identify and implement activities to meet individual children’s needs. o Work in collaboration with the team to plan family events, parent involvement activities, and other programs as needed and when available. o Organize and maintain materials needed for all pre-kindergarten program activities, including snacks, games, books, software, etc. o Maintain accurate records to reflect daily attendance and program content.

Qualifications: Applicants should be confident working with children ages 3-5. Applicants should have demonstrated the ability to work with students from diverse ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds and have the ability to work effectively with people with limited English skills. Previous experience, education or training in early childhood development preferred.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 8-10 hours between Monday-Thursday 9-11:30 am and 1:30-3:30 pm, as available

Location: 1247 St. Anthony Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: CommonBond Communities is committed to providing safe, services enhanced affordable housing for people with low incomes, and is the largest nonprofit provider of affordable rental homes with life-enhancing services in the Upper Midwest. CommonBond’s mission is to build stable homes, strong futures and vibrant communities with the vision that every person has a dignified, affordable home that supports independence and advancement within a flourishing community. Our core values of respect, hope, innovation, partnership, stewardship and justice are evident in our work. Our Skyline Tower site, located between Lexington and Hamline off Interstate 94 provides homes for over 1,000 people, including over 300 youth. Most of the residents are East African immigrants (mostly from Somalia and Ethiopia). Main services provided at Skyline Tower include onsite social workers, adult english and citizenships programs, career support and financial literacy, pre-kindergarten education, kindergarten-6th grade youth programs and 7th-12th grade teen program.

Job Title: ELL Classroom Teacher

Overview/Description of the Position: Classroom teacher needed for ELL Program in an affordable housing high-rise in St Paul. Class of approximately 8-15 adult students, mainly from East Africa. The classroom teacher will present and explain aspects of English grammar and usage related to functional work English, so that students are able to achieve level gains and greater self-sufficiency in the community.

Specific Duties: The Classroom Teacher will deliver curriculum prepared by Hmong American Partnership (HAP) to a group of 8-15 adult students. Lessons and materials will be prepared ahead of time by support staff. Student will be responsible for positive relationship building, classroom management, lesson delivery, and one to one tutoring when appropriate and time permits. Student may also assist with recruitment, testing, and surveys throughout the year.

Qualifications: The Classroom Teacher must arrive ahead of class time to set up and review the lesson prepared. During class time, the teacher must be attentive and critical of their teaching methods to always reflect best practices of modern ELL teaching strategies, as learned in trainings and from ongoing feedback from the coordinator and support staff. Additionally, the classroom teacher must be sensitive to the needs of adult learners and respectful of people from diverse backgrounds while continually promoting a quality educational experience. Previous experience or interest in working with adults/ELL students preferred.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 6-10 hours per week. Classes are Monday-Thursday mornings, 9-12.

Location: 1247 St. Anthony Ave St. Paul, MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: CommonBond Communities is committed to providing safe, services enhanced affordable housing for people with low incomes, and is the largest nonprofit provider of affordable rental homes with life-enhancing services in the Upper Midwest. CommonBond’s mission is to build stable homes, strong futures and vibrant communities with the vision that every person has a dignified, affordable home that supports independence and advancement within a flourishing community. Our core values of respect, hope, innovation, partnership, stewardship and justice are evident in our work. Our Skyline Tower site, located between Lexington and Hamline off Interstate 94 provides homes for over 1,000 people, including over 300 youth. Most of the residents are East African immigrants (mostly from Somalia and Ethiopia). Main services provided at Skyline Tower include onsite social workers, adult classes including language and citizenship, career support and financial literacy, pre-kindergarten education, kindergarten-6th grade youth programs and 7th-12th grade teen program.

Job Title: Teen Program Goal Attainment Specialist

Overview/Description of the Position: The Teen Program Goal Attainment Specialist will work one to one with students in grades 7th-12th on goal setting and achievement around academic, vocational and self-sufficiency topics. Most commonly this will include ACT and MCA test prep tutoring and assistance around college and scholarship essay completion. This may also include tutoring around a specific subject where the student has indentified a need to improve their grades.

Specific Duties: The Teen Program Goal Attainment Specialist will work one to one with students in grades 7th-12th on goal setting and achievement around academic, vocational and self-sufficiency topics. Most commonly this will include ACT and MCA test prep tutoring and assistance around college and scholarship essay completion. This may also include tutoring around a specific subject where the student has indentified a need to improve their grades. Full time staff will assist this position in identifying and recruiting students to work with one to one on an ongoing basis as well as provide resources needed to work with students based on their specific goals. This position will be very responsive to the needs of students in our building and will work within the teen program space, building positive relationships with teens in our program. This position will also be responsible for documenting their daily work with students.

Qualifications: Applicants should be confident teaching algebra, geometry, and trigonometry as well as English composition basics including essay organization and grammar. Applicants should also be confident in teaching effective study/personal organization skills, test taking strategies, and mnemonics. Additionally, applications should be comfortable working with students in grades 7th-12th and have demonstrated the ability to work with students from diverse ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Previous experience in tutoring or youth work preferred.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 10 hours between Monday-Friday 2:30-6:30, based on availability

Location: 1247 St. Anthony Ave St. Paul, MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: Community Design Center of Minnesota is a Saint Paul-based organization whose mission is to build vibrant and healthy communities through food, conservation and youth development. The Community Design Center was incorporated in 1969. Over the years, we have provided a range of community development services with a common thread of empowerment, engagement and innovation. Since 1996, we have operated our environmental, gardening, and cooking programs in St. Paul, engaging thousands of youth in education, training, and action projects that improve the community's health and environment and develop young leaders. Our Garden, Cooking and Conservation programs include the Garden Corps, Nutrition Corps and Conservation Corps youth internships and community education classes and action projects co-led by youth interns and their staff mentors. Youth internships are paid positions, employing 42-45 economically disadvantaged, multicultural youth ages 14-18 during the summer, and up to 24 teens during the academic year. Our programs reach more than 1,400 children and parents each year.

Job Title: Nutrition & Wellness Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Program Assistant will provide critical staff support to our Program Manager and youth programs. They will have many opportunities for direct interaction with youth in grades K-12 in schools, as well as during out of school time experiences. They will help with implementation of training for our teen interns and education for school-age youth. This position will also be involved in lesson planning, preparation, and evaluation for fall and spring cooking and nutrition education.

Specific Duties: Specific Duties: 1. Help Program Manager prepare for fall and spring cooking and nutrition tasks (class set up, shopping list preparation, etc.) 2. Assist with lesson planning and teaching for after-school training classes for Nutrition Corps teen interns, including recipe selection and demonstrating cooking skills, and program evaluation. 3. Support youth intern-led after-school and evening Cooking Classes for youth and families at area schools. 4. Assist Program Manager in teaching and preparing for nutrition education for 4th graders at local elementary schools. 5. Assist with youth development and enrichment activities.

Qualifications: Qualifications: 1. Enjoy working with diverse youth and community engagement. 2. Enjoy and experienced with cooking and working with a wide variety of foods. 3. Experience with teaching preferred but not required. 4. Prefer licensed driver. 5. Prefer related coursework

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: weekdays, including some occasional evenings

Location: Our office at 731 East 7th Street, St. Paul MN Off-site work could occur in our gardens and at local schools and community based agencies and travel could occur in our agency minivans with staff

Overview/Description of the Organization: Community Design Center of Minnesota is a Saint Paul-based organization whose mission is to build vibrant and healthy communities through food, conservation and youth development. The Community Design Center was incorporated in 1969. Over the years, we have provided a range of community development services with a common thread of empowerment, engagement and innovation. Since 1996, we have operated our environmental, gardening, and cooking programs in St. Paul, engaging thousands of youth in education, training, and action projects that improve the community's health and environment and develop young leaders. Our Garden, Cooking and Conservation programs include the Garden Corps, Nutrition Corps and Conservation Corps youth internships and community education classes and action projects co-led by youth interns and their staff mentors. Youth internships are paid positions, employing 42-45 economically disadvantaged, multicultural youth ages 14-18 during the summer, and up to 24 teens during the academic year. Our programs reach more than 1,400 children and parents each year.

Job Title: Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Program Assistant will provide support to our Garden Program Manager, Garden Program and high school aged youth interns. The student worker will be involved in planning and implementing garden related education for youth ages K-12 in the East Side community. They will also help direct youth interns in garden program related tasks which includes project planning, vegetable sales, job skill development and on site garden work. During the spring and fall this position will assist the Garden Manager in preparing and planting gardens along with other seasonal garden duties.

Specific Duties: Garden Corps Program Assistant will: Work with teen Garden Corps interns and Garden Manager on garden related tasks. (Such as harvesting, planting, weeding, watering, etc.) Assist with program development and enrichment activities for youth. Assist with lesson planning and garden training/education. Assist with fall farmers market stand and CSA (Community Supported Agriculture project) operations. Work on community outreach intiatives related to gardening and education on the East Side. Be a mentor and advocate for youth.

Qualifications: Enjoy working with diverse youth and engaging the larger community. Enjoy working outdoors and gardening. Experience with youthwork preferred but not required. Licensed driver preferred but not required. Completion of related coursework preferred but not required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: some morning and afternoon availbility during the week, occasional Saturdays as needed during market season

Location: Our office at 731 East 7th Street, St. Paul MN Off-site work could occur in our gardens and at local schools and community based agencies and travel could occur in our agency minivans with staff

Overview/Description of the Organization: Cycles for Change is a non-profit, community bike shop with a mission to be an open, accessible space to educate and empower people to use bicycles as transportation, helping to build a sustainable environment and strong community. By providing free classes in bike maintenance and repair, youth education and employment programs, commuter education classes, and donations of bikes and helmets, C4C seeks to realize a vision of social responsibility, personal empowerment, environmental stewardship and economic self-sufficiency. Cycles for Change utilizes an approach of access, education, and leadership to make bicycles available free of charge to program participants, provide opportunities for participants to deepen their knowledge and skills around bicycle riding and repair through classes and training, then positively engage as leaders by promoting bicycling in their community.

Job Title: Shop Programs Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The mission of Cycles for Change is to be an open, accessible space to educate and empower people to use bicycles as transportation, helping to build a sustainable environment and community. C4C offers a variety of programs to promote bicycling in the community, including: Free Open Shop for people to work on their own bikes; Earn-a-Bike where community members volunteer hours towards earning a free bike; youth programs, where kids aged 12-18 learn bike mechanics and fix up a bike to keep; adult bike maintenance classes offered free of charge; and, bicycle donations, with dozens of bicycles donated to the community each year. The Shop Programs Assistant will specifically provide mechanical support and program assistance to community members in a variety of free shop programs. This includes helping staff our free Open Shop, supporting our Volunteer Night, and helping co-teach Youth Build-a-Bike classes.

Specific Duties: In this position, the Shop Programs Assistant will participate in the following activities: 1) Assist in helping community members repair their bicycles in C4C’s free Open Shop (Weds 4-8pm, Saturday 12-5pm) 2) Provide support and volunteer engagement during C4C’s Volunteer Night (Monday 4-8pm) 3) Assist in instruction of Youth Build-a-Bike classes and C4C’S Youth Apprenticeship (varied schedule – often Tues/Thurs 3:30-6pm) 4) Help staff community events, Bike Library orientations, or other outreach and education events 5) Help co-teach classes in bike maintenance and repair, as desired 6) Engage positively and constructively with youth participants during all programs

Qualifications: 1) Demonstrated proficiency in bicycle mechanics, or a commitment to learn. While prior mechanical knowledge is useful, it is not a requirement for the position in any way. 2) Patience working with community members from diverse backgrounds in an active bike shop environment 3) Interest in bicycling as a form of sustainable transportation

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Varied. Weeday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays

Location: Cycles for Change is at 712 University Avenue West in St. Paul. Here are directions. By bicycle: Ride on Summit avenue east to Grotto. Turn left (north) and ride Grotto to Concordia Ave. Cross over I-94 on the foot bridge at Grotto. Continue on Grotto to University Avenue. Turn right (east) on University for one half block. Cycles for Change is at 712 on the right hand (south) side of the street. By bus: Take the 84 Snelling Ave bus north to University. Transfer to the 16 University Ave bus eastbound. Get off at Grotto. Walk one half block to 712 University. Cycles for Change is at 712 University on the right hand (south) side of the street. By car: Drive on Snelling Ave north to University. Turn right (east) on University Ave. Take University 1.8 miles to Grotto.Just past Grotto, turn right into the parking lot. Cycles for Change is located at 712 University Avenue

Overview/Description of the Organization: Dodge Nature Preschool brings the natural world into the lives of young children.  With their teachers and classmates, children discover the wonder in prairies, ponds, and along woodland trails.  They regularly visit Dodge Nature Center's 40-acre model farm.  Children are encouraged to explore how their lives are a part of the world of nature through tending and tasting produce planted on their own playground, maple sugaring, and tasting apples picked right off the tree.  Dodge Nature Preschool uses the inherent wonder, complexity, and beauty of the natural world as a catalyst for children's growth and development.

Job Title:    Preschool Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Preschool Assistant will aid Dodge Nature Preschool staff and students through working in the classrooms and on assignments that enhance the school's work and support their sustainabiliy efforts.  Specific duties for the Preschool Assistant include assisting teachers in carrying out the educational program, interacting with children to encourage positive self-concept and enthusiasm for the discovery process, preparing and caring for the classroom environment and preschool grounds, and working on other projects as assigned.

Specific Duties:

1. Assist in the supervision of children in work and play.  
2. Model enthusiasm for learning and discovery and appreciation of the natural world    
3. Facilitate small group activities such as puzzles, board games, or science experiences  
4. Assist in preparation of snack trays/food for the classroom and clean up of kitchen area
5. Work in cooperation with the classroom teaching team

Qualifications:

1. Experience working with children and interest in learning more about early childhood development     
2. Comfort in the outdoors in all seasons   
3. Interest in and enthusiasm about nature experiences

Hours/Times of Day Preferred:  M-F between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Location:  West St. Paul, MN

Overview/Description of the Organization: Eco Education, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit, provides programs that have the goal of inspiring co-learning between youth and adults that transforms their relationship with the environment and each other. Through innovative and culturally relevant programs, we offer afterschool and summer school experiences as well as environmental education curriculum that can be integrated into middle school and high school classrooms. Our work over the past 21 years has sparked students to improve their academic performance, civic engagement and environmental stewardship.

Job Title: Toxic Tour Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Toxic Tour Program Assistant is a great experience for someone interested in environmental justice, storytelling, geography and place making. Eco Education's Toxic Tour is a field experience for middle and high school students where they explore the toxic histories in their neighborhoods. To us, "toxic" is not only learning about the poisonous substances that enter our land, air, water and bodies, but also the poisonous relationships such as environmental racism, red-lining, and reverse red-lining which have systemically excluded marginalized and underrepresented people from gaining access to desirable resources and opportunities.

Specific Duties: The Toxic Tour Program Assistant will be responsible for researching, marketing and co-facilitating our Toxic Tour program. We anticipate facilitating approximately one Toxic Tour every month. This will also include developing new aspects of our program including a Toxic Tour Map, a Walking Tour version of the Toxic Tour, and adding new sites to the Toxic Tour. Currently the Toxic Tour is only available for schools who have the funds to take students on field trips and for able-bodied students. We would like to create an experience that is more accessible by making a virtual version of the Toxic Tour, modeling it after a project done by the group Walk Philly. The Program Assistant will connect with community activists and gather information, interview community activists and community members to create an engaging short video of critical local environmental justices sites. We are looking for students who have skills in making videos and documentaries but are also open to students who are quick learners and have a strong ambition to teach themselves how to use iMovie.

Qualifications: * Interest in youth, service-learning, education, and non-profit work * Interested in helping to co-create a beloved community within Eco Education's workplace that embraces the intersection of environment, education and equity. * Strong written and oral communication skills * Able to deal effectively with ambiguity of tasks and able to take the initiative * Self-motivated, able to work independently without daily supervision—strong organizational skills a must * Able to present oneself in a highly professional manner and be an ambassador of the program * Experience working with adults and youth from diverse backgrounds in a school or community setting. *Excellent organizational, communication, and technology skills. * Must be detailed orientated and a team player

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: varies, but typically weekdays during school hours.

Location: Our office is located at 1295 Bandana Blvd, Suite 118 in St. Paul, MN. Annually, we typically partner with 8-12 middle and high schools throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Specific school sites will not be determined until next fall.

Overview/Description of the Organization: The English Learning Center provides classes in English, math, computers and citizenship to more than 350 adult immigrant and refugee students each year. Students come from more than 30 countries each year, and classes are taught by nearly 150 volunteer teachers. For more than 30 years we have been a fixture in the Phillips Neighborhood of South Minneapolis, providing educational services to the newest members of the community.

Job Title: Computer & English Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: This position is responsible for delivering two basic computer skills classes per week to morning students at the English Learning Center. This person will: instruct students in basic computer skills, monitor student attendance in the lab and inform the AM Program Manager if students are not meeting the attendance requirement, and coordinate with staff teaching the evening computer classes to update curriculum and deliver the most effective instruction possible. This position is also responsible for teaching an English language class to adult learners twice per week, and assisting with other general support duties in order to create an environment in which students are best able to achieve their goals. Other projects may be assigned depending on the skills and interests of the applicant and the needs of the English Learning Center.

Specific Duties: This position is responsible for delivering two basic computer skills classes per week to morning students at the English Learning Center. This person will: instruct students in basic computer skills, monitor student attendance in the lab and inform the AM Program Manager if students are not meeting the attendance requirement, and coordinate with staff teaching the evening computer classes to update curriculum and deliver the most effective instruction possible. This position is also responsible for teaching an English language class to adult learners twice per week, and assisting with other general support duties in order to create an environment in which students are best able to achieve their goals. Other projects may be assigned depending on the skills and interests of the applicant and the needs of the English Learning Center. Position Responsibilities: English Teacher: (65%) • Regularly teach an adult ESL class (typically 8-12 students) two times each week. • Arrive on time and prepare material for lesson plan. Maintain a consistent schedule. • Communicate with fellow teachers by leaving notes in the class binder. • Follow sub needs guidelines if you are unable to work. • Keep accurate records of class attendance. • Follow school curriculum. • Support students in achieving their educational goals. • Commit to complete all required training. Computer Teacher: (30%) • Deliver basic computer skills classes to approximately 10 adult learners two times each week. • Coordinate with other staff to update computer curriculum as necessary. • Maintain the computers in the computer lab by troubleshooting problems, running regular virus and spyware scans and other maintenance operations as necessary. Other: (5%) • Duties to be discussed as time permits and the needs of the ELC require.

Qualifications: Candidates must: 1. Be motivated and able to take initiative 2. Be punctual and professional 3. Be flexible and willing to adapt to the changing needs of the school 4. Thrive in a diverse work environment and enjoy working as a part of a team 5. Have an interest in immigrant and refugee issues 6. Have strong communication skills *Ability to speak a language other than English (especially Somali or Spanish) is a plus, but is not required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Computer/English Tutor: 8am - 1pm two days/week, M-Th

Location: 2315 Chicago Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55404

Overview/Description of the Organization: The English Learning Center provides classes in English, math, computers and citizenship to more than 350 adult immigrant and refugee students each year. Students come from more than 30 countries each year, and classes are taught by nearly 150 volunteer teachers. For more than 30 years we have been a fixture in the Phillips Neighborhood of South Minneapolis, providing educational services to the newest members of the community.

Job Title: Student Advocate

Overview/Description of the Position: This position is responsible for providing support to and advocacy on behalf of the ELC's adult learners so that they can better meet their goals. This is a new position and the ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to help to grow it from the ground up. Eventually, we would like it to become a permanent fixture of our program. Likely tasks might include helping students to understand documents or fill out forms, helping students to access community resources, or organizing students so that they can act as resources to one another. Other projects may be assigned depending on the skills and interests of the applicant and the needs of the English Learning Center.

Specific Duties: This position is responsible for providing support to and advocacy on behalf of the ELC's adult learners so that they can better meet their goals. This is a new position and the ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to help grow it from the ground up. Eventually, we would like it to become a permanent fixture of our program. Likely tasks might include helping students to understand documents or fill out forms, helping students to access community resources, or organizing students so that they can act as resources to one another. Other projects may be assigned depending on the skills and interests of the applicant and the needs of the English Learning Center. Position Responsibilities: Advocacy: (90%) • In collaboration with Program Director, develop a system and schedule for meeting with students and providing services. • Communicate with students to let them know the services available and how to access them. • Assist students with employment related activities, such as filling out job applications, writing resumes, and searching for employment opportunities. • Assist students with filling out paperwork and understanding their personal mail, forms, etc. • Refer students to community resources and, if necessary, accompany them to access to these resources. • As time allows, organize students to act as resources for one another (eg. walking groups, parent support groups, etc.). • Maintain detailed and organized records and notes as you interact with students. Other: (10%) • As time allows, substitute teach classes in the event of teacher absences. • Research community resources and help to build our resource database. • Other duties to be discussed as time permits and the needs of the ELC require.

Qualifications: Candidates must: 1. Be motivated and able to take initiative 2. Be punctual and professional 3. Be flexible and willing to adapt to the changing needs of the school 4. Thrive in a diverse work environment and enjoy working as a part of a team 5. Have an interest in immigrant and refugee issues 6. Have strong communication skills *Ability to speak a language other than English (especially Somali or Spanish) is a plus, but is not required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Student Advocate: Flexible AM & PM hours M-Th

Location: 2315 Chicago Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55404

Overview/Description of the Organization: Eureka Recycling is the only organization in Minnesota that specializes in zero waste. The organization's services, programs, and policy work present solutions to the social, environmental, and health problems caused by wasting. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, based in the Twin Cities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, Eureka Recycling's mission is to demonstrate that waste is preventable, not inevitable. Because this mission is realized by any person or group that chooses to prevent waste, Eureka Recycling provides opportunities for everyone to experience firsthand that waste can be prevented. Perhaps most well-known for its $9 million annual recycling operations, Eureka Recycling has provided curbside and apartment recycling services, education, and advocacy since 2001. Eureka Recycling has a wide range of initiatives designed to prevent the needless wasting of our discards through reuse, recycling, composting, waste reduction, producer responsibility, and more. These initiatives provide over 100 jobs for individuals who demonstrate our mission every day in the work that they do. By its efforts in programs, services, and advocacy, Eureka Recycling aspires to help individuals, organizations, and communities understand the significance of zero waste and achieve their own zero-waste goals.

Job Title: COMMUNITY ORGANIZING/OUTREACH STUDENT WORKER

Overview/Description of the Position: Eureka Recycling is bringing together passionate and credible voices to support the City of Saint Paul’s plan to recycle or compost 75% of its waste, fostering many environmental, economic, and community benefits. This plan includes a zero-waste approach to composting: intensive education on preventing wasted food and composting at home, city-wide curbside composting collection, and improving Saint Paul’s soil quality. Eureka Recycling is engaging residents throughout Saint Paul in community conversations about this plan. The Community Organizing Student Worker will assist in the implementation of this outreach campaign and community process directed toward Saint Paul residents. The campaign is designed to connect the growing number of people who are joining the zero-waste composting movement throughout Saint Paul. This position is ideal for a person who is interested in community-based, grassroots outreach efforts used by a community nonprofit organization to influence environmental policy. This student worker will see firsthand how environmental concerns in the community can be transformed into city policy and will play an active role in engaging the communities in Saint Paul in environmental issues.

Specific Duties: Responsibilities 1. Outreach: Work with the Community Organizer to prepare for outreach activities related to zero-waste composting, communicate to residents, utilize Eureka Recycling’s extensive volunteer and community network, print media, and other media to broadcast information and results from the community process. 2. Community Events and Meetings: Attend, coordinate details with event organizers, assist in turn-out and recruiting volunteers, organize materials and assist in creating displays and information materials. 3. Campaign Research: Organize and update contact lists, research possible partnerships and events, identify and understand city systems, departments, and processes that impact the campaign. 4. Messaging: Learn and understand zero-waste messages to talk to residents about zero-waste composting and preventing wasted food. 5 Tracking: Maintain system to follow up with residents interested in composting, track feedback, assist in tracking and reporting on the success of outreach activities. 6. Attend staff trainings on zero-waste issues when relevant and possible. 7. Assist with special projects as needed, which may include monitoring for at least one zero-waste event.

Qualifications: 1. Demonstrated community organizing interest and experience. 2. Strong communication skills and ability to effectively articulate ideas and concepts through written communication and individual conversations and correspondence. 3. Good listening and documentation skills. 4. Excellent attention to detail. 5. Demonstrated organization skills. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. 6. Ability to interact respectfully with diverse groups of people in a variety of settings. 7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 8. Demonstrated ability to work scheduled hours and arrive on time. Hours may include some evenings and weekends, to be able to connect with community members and attend community meetings and events. 9. Interest in Eureka Recycling's zero-waste mission, the environment, and community-based organizations. 10. Computer skills: proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet. 11. Access to transportation – ability to travel to community events not held at the office.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 8-10 hours per week, flexible within 9-5, some evenings and weekends

Location: Eureka Recycling 2828 Kennedy Street NE Minneapolis, MN 55413

Overview/Description of the Organization: Eureka Recycling is the only organization in Minnesota that specializes in zero waste. The organization's services, programs, and policy work present solutions to the social, environmental, and health problems caused by wasting. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, based in the Twin Cities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, Eureka Recycling's mission is to demonstrate that waste is preventable, not inevitable. Because this mission is realized by any person or group that chooses to prevent waste, Eureka Recycling provides opportunities for everyone to experience firsthand that waste can be prevented. Perhaps most well-known for its $9 million annual recycling operations, Eureka Recycling has provided curbside and apartment recycling services, education, and advocacy since 2001. Eureka Recycling has a wide range of initiatives designed to prevent the needless wasting of our discards through reuse, recycling, composting, waste reduction, producer responsibility, and more. These initiatives provide over 100 jobs for individuals who demonstrate our mission every day in the work that they do. By its efforts in programs, services, and advocacy, Eureka Recycling aspires to help individuals, organizations, and communities understand the significance of zero waste and achieve their own zero-waste goals.

Job Title: Energy Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The position duties will include supporting the Metro Clean Energy Resource Team director and organizer and other staff to work at the ground-level on community workshops, educational outreach activities and renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. In addition, the position will likely include staffing committee meetings and events and assisting with communications, website, and newsletter. Other activities may include working with schools and/or congregations to obtain funding to conduct projects related to reducing reduce their carbon footprint.

Specific Duties: Staff steering committee • Help set up meetings • Take notes • Research needed items to support steering committee Support communications work • Help produce Metro CERT Network update (Oct, Jan, April) • Work with Metro CERT staff to maintain the database • Assist with development of education materials as necessary Support Metro CERT affiliates • Help support existing affiliates and their energy projects • Outreach to bring on new affiliates CERT event support • Community/Metro events: Fall affiliate event Annual spring public event misc. workshops Research as needed

Qualifications: Excellent communication skills Database (Microsoft Excel) experience Excellent research skills

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 9am - 5pm, some evenings/weekends

Location: 2828 Kennedy St. NE Minneapolis, MN 55413

Overview/Description of the Organization: EXPO is the largest pre-k-6th grade elementary school in the Saint Paul district. We have 780 students with considerable diversity. Half of our students are white, 22% are African American, 12% S. E. Aisian and 9% are Latino. EXPO provides a hands-on, experiential learning environment as well as an inclusion program for academically and physically challenged students. We actively seek community involvement and treasure our long partnership with Macalester College.

Job Title: Student Mentor/Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: EXPO offers student employees an opportunity to give the most precious gift of time and attention to the children of our community! You are invited to become a part of an elementary classroom, get to know those children, be a role model, join in the learning, fun and social interactions. You may be tutoring students in math, listening to them read or helping them stay focused on a writing project Watch as a child blossoms with joy and confidence through small victories and starts down the road to becoming a successful adult all because someone gave the extra time and attention!

Specific Duties: Specific duties may include: • tutoring one-on one in math and/or literacy • listening to children practice reading, reading to students, or reading with a small group • helping a student stay focused on a task •assisting educators in setting up activities or projects • assisting with material preparation where appropriate

Qualifications: Must speak, write, read English comfortably. Must enjoy working with children. Must be able to make and honor a weekly commitment.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Location: 540 Warwick Street S. St. Paul, MN 55116 Directions from Macalester: Go South on Snelling Ave to Randolph, turn left at Randolph, go 3 block to Warwick St. and turn right. EXPO (Aslo Harriet Bishop Learning Center) is the large tan building on the left.

Overview/Description of the Organization: Family Tree Clinic was founded by Macalester College students and teachers, health professionals and community leaders in 1971. Their goal was to serve the thousands of teens and adults in the area neglected by the traditional health care system. From the beginning our founders based their philosophy of care on the needs of the community, including maintaining a volunteer Board of Directors. Many of those who serve on our board are patients, community members and health care professionals. Our Board of Directors and founders brought a unique perspective to the field of family planning health care – they put an emphasis on education and outreach. Today, in addition to our clinical services, Family Tree Clinic is proud to offer community education programs, education services for the Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing, rewarding volunteer opportunities, and a strong focus on accessibility. We work to keep our services accessible, confidential and affordable and to stay involved in the community. Family Tree Clinic is now the largest provider of reproductive health care in Ramsey County. To this day addressing the needs of the community is our biggest inspiration and goal.

Job Title: Macalester College Outreach Education Project Manager

Overview/Description of the Position: The Macalester College Outreach Education Project Manager will assist the Family Tree Clinic Volunteer Coordinator and the Outreach Education Program Director with several components of the Outreach Education Program. First, the Project Manager will be responsible for assisting the Volunteer Coordinator and the Program Director with facilitating the on-site trainings at Macalester College. Then, the Project Manager will also be responsible for ongoing communication with program participants for support and encouragement in achieving programmatic goals.

Specific Duties: The Project Manager will be helping to facilitate a collaborative program between Macalester College and Family Tree Clinic. This program focuses on campus outreach for sexual health empowerment, training opportunities for sexual health educators and advocates, and ongoing support for program participants as they broaden sexual health awareness on Macalester's campus. The Project Manager will assist the Volunteer Coordinator and the Program Director with outreach for the training and advocacy program. In this role, the Project Manager will also participate in the trainings and coordinate some of the training logistics. Following the completion of the initial training program, the Project Manager will be responsible for ongoing program participant support and will assist the Volunteer Coordinator and the Program Director with program evaluation, developing educational modules for future trainings, and with preparations for project replication.

Qualifications: The Project Manager must have excellent communication skills, knowledge of sexual health content, strong leadership abilities, and initiative to work independently. The Project Manager must also be organized and be able to manage multiple priorities. Finally, creativity and flexibility are essential to filling this role.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Flexible

Location: 1619 Dayton Avenue #205 Saint Paul, MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: Great River Greening leads and inspires community-based restoration of Minnesota lands and waters. Our efforts help preserve natural areas, protect clean air and water, and increase the community's access to natural areas and sustainable open space. While we are not a social service agency, Great River Greening does serve communities through our volunteer program (where we engage 1,500-2,000 volunteers a year in hands-on conservation work), as well as our youth programs targeted for at-risk teens, introducing them to green jobs. We reach deep into the community at cities in the Twin Cities metro and beyond, including schools, faith groups, rotary clubs, businesses, and youth and community groups.

Job Title: Assistant for Volunteer Events

Overview/Description of the Position: Great River Greening leads and inspires community-based restoration of Minnesota lands and waters. Our efforts help preserve natural areas, protect clean air and water, and increase the community's access to natural areas and sustainable open space. The Volunteer Event Planning Assistant will work with the Volunteer Manager to plan and recruit volunteers for the Soring 2014 and Fall 2014 Restoration Volunteer Event Season, which includes 8-10 events each season. This position will conduct outreach to communities around each site, seeking participation from local schools, businesses, community groups and clubs. This position may also assist the Development Director in planning the organization’s branding events, as well as help with special youth programs for at-risk youth.

Specific Duties: Tasks: • Create and/or edit marketing materials for the purpose of volunteer recruitment (mailings, newsletter posting, etc). • Research targeted volunteer groups and initiate contact with individuals/groups in the geographic areas proximate to community events. • Register volunteers as they sign-up for volunteer events. Communicate regularly with registered volunteers as needed. • Work with Volunteer Manager to identify donations for volunteer events. • Small office tasks.

Qualifications: Qualifications: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to coordinate a project from beginning to end. Excellent computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge of Adobe InDesign preferred but not required. Time Commitment: A minimum of 10-12 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm (flexible).

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Flexible

Location: 35 West Water Street Suite 201 Saint Paul MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: At Highland Park Middle School, it our mission is to: • provide our students with a sense of community and global perception in a nurturing and caring learning environment. • help students acquire the skills necessary to value themselves, and take pride in their accomplishments. • develop respect and understanding of other people and their cultures. Through a diversified curriculum, all students will develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding to become lifelong learners.

Job Title: Believe*Achieve Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: We're looking for dedicated, enthusiastic Mac student workers to tutor sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students in algebra, pre-algebra, sixth grade math, and reading strategies. Student workers will work with as many as five students, two times per week (or ten students once per week), on content related to students' math classes, perform reading fluency interventions, workshop reading comprehension strategies, and serve as a reliable role model for middle school students. Tutoring takes place Monday through Friday during school hours (7:30a.m.-2p.m.). Tutors must be confident in math skills through algebra, English language reading, writing, and speaking, be able to pass a background check, and be a punctual, proactive, enthusiastic role model.

Specific Duties: We're looking for dedicated, enthusiastic Mac student workers to tutor sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students in algebra, pre-Algebra, sixth grade math, and reading strategies. Student workers will work with as many as five students, two times per week (or ten students once per week), on content related to students' math classes, perform reading fluency interventions, workshop reading comprehension strategies, and serve as a reliable role model for middle school students. Tutoring takes place Monday through Friday during school hours (7:30a.m.-2p.m.). Tutors must be confident in math skills through algebra, English language reading, writing, and speaking, be able to pass a background check, and be a punctual, proactive, enthusiastic role model. • Maintain accurate records of each tutoring session • Be respectful of teachers and accepting of diversity Students must commit to work for the entire academic year.

Qualifications: Student workers must: be available for the entire academic year during the school day (7:30a.m.-2p.m.); pass a background check; be comfortable spending time one-on-one with sixth through eighth graders of various backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles; be confident in math skills through algebra; be confident readers, writers, and speakers of the English language; be at least 16 years old; maintain a regular schedule; notify the coordinator well in advance of absences or necessary alterations; accept feedback and support in a conscientious manner; be comfortable working independently; be reliable and punctual.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 7:30a.m.-2p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Location: 975 S. Snelling Ave St. Paul, MN 55116

Overview/Description of the Organization: Hmong American Partnership (HAP) is the largest Hmong organization in Minnesota. Based in Saint Paul, HAP provides Hmong and other refugee communities with services and support to help them adjust to life in American and maximize available opportunities. Since its inception in 1990, Hmong American Partnership has steadily grown from offering just a few programs focused on providing refugee resettlement services to several hundred persons to becoming a full-fledged social service agency with programs serving several thousand community members each year.

Job Title: Refugee Advocacy Student Worker

Overview/Description of the Position: Refugee families face a variety of challenges acculturating to a new home. Systems and resources they desperately need are often indecipherable or unattainable due to language barriers and socioeconomic realities. We are seeking a Refugee Advocacy student worker who can help move Hmong American Partnership to an innovative system for resource sharing and networking, which takes in to account the limitations of our clients while providing them with means to receive the necessary resources they need in a coherent and understandable way. You will work closely with issues of power, privilege, equity and access. This work will span a variety of areas, such as helping clients to understand the mail they receive, complete job applications, research social service and healthcare resources, and address a variety of other challenges new American families face. At the end of the year, there will be a depository of resources that will aid social services staff with easy retrieval of resources specific to the needs of refugee and immigrant clients, a presentation that can be used to help educate and inform partners about the challenges new America families face and a framework for helping our clients with their day to day struggles deciphering the communications and demands placed upon them.

Specific Duties: A Refugee Advocacy student worker will play an instrumental part in connecting adults with histories of trauma and displacement with the necessary resources they need to heal, survive and thrive in their new host country. This position will be a combination of direct service with adult refugees and building the framework and systems within a nonprofit to support future access to these opportunities in a coherent and easily accessible format.

Qualifications: The following attributes, experiences, and knowledge are essential: - Empathy and experience working with refugee and immigrant populations -Computer literacy, knowledge of a variety of software, programs and office technologies - Resilient and resourceful when addressing a challenge or impediment to a project's progress, able to think of new avenues and strategies for addressing the limitation - Experience teaching or learning another language - Creativity and curiosity, passion and enthusiasm, integrity and empathy, a sense of humor, and a strong professional ethic -Need to be analytic and detail oriented. -Verbal and written communication skills necessary to convey information to students who have little or no English speaking skills, and to communicate effectively in a public setting. -Demonstrated ability to manage and track multiple projects/reports simultaneously -Ability to work with diverse staff and organizations, and provide effective guidance to amulti-lingual and multi-ethnic staff and students -Willingness and capacity to work a flexible schedule and extended hours during periods of intense activity -Knowledge of the barriers both staff and participants confront on a daily basis and the drive, curiosity and commitment to finding solutions to these barriers - Some direct teaching experience working, in a paid or unpaid capacity, with culturally diverse populations

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: OPEN M-F

Location: 379 University Avenue #204, St. Paul, MN 55103

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Horace Mann School mission is to to provide a safe, respectful neighborhood school that builds upon our tradition of high expectations for all students; nurtures the uniqueness of each child; and ensures that families are connected, informed, and involved.

Job Title: Believe*Achieve Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: Student will work to improve the math and literacy skills of K-6 students at Horace Mann School through one-on-one tutoring sessions. These one-on-one tutoring interventions will be tailored to each individual students' needs, and will involve tutoring each student for an hour a week. Training will be provided for high quality tutoring, and the Macalester student will be supported throughout their time of employment. Additional tasks include assisting teachers in classroom activities and lesson preparation.

Specific Duties: • Arrive five minutes early to prepare for the tutoring session • Spend one hour a week (per student) working one-on-one or in small groups with students (K-6) in need of academic support in reading or math • Maintain accurate records of each tutoring session • Be respectful of teachers and accepting of diversity • Be an academic coach and positive role model for Horace Mann students • Mandatory orientation and tutor training (usually 1-2 hours in length) will be provided before volunteer work begins. Additional training opportunities will be provided throughout the year • Be an assistant to classroom teachers when needed. Duties may include helping to plan, prepare, and execute classroom activities and lessons

Qualifications: Tutors must enjoy spending time with children, have basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), and be able to read, write, and speak English. You do not need to have previous tutoring experience! Tutors must be reliable, consistent, and have a desire to help students succeed.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 8:30AM - 3:30PM

Location: Horace Mann School 2001 Eleanor Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55116

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Hubbs Center offers a variety of classes for adults onsite, in the community and via distance learning. Classes provide opportunities to prepare for post secondary and/or employment while improving on basic skills. Classes are taught by licensed teachers and the Hubbs Center is a program of the St. Paul Public Schools.

Job Title: Digital Education Lab Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: Tutor adult immigrants/refugees/ GED students in basic computer use both in a classroom (assisting a teacher) and open lab setting. Potential opportunity to tutor students individually, as well.

Specific Duties: 1. Meet regularly and punctually as scheduled 2. Work cooperatively with staff to determine lesson content and approaches. 3. Assist adult learners in the classroom, tutoring lab, or individually on site. 4. Provide encouragement and support to learners. 5. Complete reports as requested by coordinator (attendance, progress,etc.) 6. Manage sign-in/out of students during shift 7. Other Lab tasks as needed

Qualifications: Able to speak, read and write in English. Dependable, prompt, patient, flexible. Respectful of differences; able to respect confidentiality. Basic Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, internet, etc.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Can be arranged within hours of operation: Monday - Thursday 8a.m.-8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.- 4p.m.

Location: 1030 University Ave. St. Paul, MN 55104 By car: Go north on Snelling to University Ave. , Turn right on University Ave., Right on Oxford (One block east of Lexington) By bus: #4 North to Snelling, transfer to #16 at University Ave. (Eastbound) get off at Oxford.

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Hubbs Center offers a variety of classes for adults onsite, in the community and via distance learning. Classes provide opportunities to prepare for post secondary and/or employment while improving on basic skills. Classes are taught by licensed teachers and the Hubbs Center is a program of the St. Paul Public Schools.

Job Title: ELL Tutor/Classroom Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: Tutor adult immigrants and refugees in basic English reading, writing and math skills in both a classroom (assisting a teacher) and tutor lab (individualized) setting.

Specific Duties: 1. Meet regularly and punctually as scheduled 2. Work cooperatively with staff to determine lesson content and approaches. 3. Assist adult learners in the classroom, tutoring lab, or individually on site. 4. Provide encouragement and support to learners. 5. Complete reports as requested by coordinator (attendance, progress,etc.)

Qualifications: Able to speak, read and write in English. Dependable, prompt, patient, flexible. Respectful of differences; able to respect confidentiality.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Can be arranged within hours of operation: Monday - Thursday 8a.m.-8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.- 4p.m.

Location: 1030 University Ave. St. Paul, MN 55104 By car: Go north on Snelling to University Ave. , Turn right on University Ave., Right on Oxford (One block east of Lexington) By bus: #4 North to Snelling, transfer to #16 at University Ave. (Eastbound) get off at Oxford.

Overview/Description of the Organization: The mission of the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota is to provide quality immigration legal services and law-related education to meet the steadily increasing needs of Minnesota's growing immigrant and refugee communities. We work to support a fair and just immigration process that keeps the American dream alive, embodies the rule of law, and strengthens families and communities across Minnesota. Our goals include remedying legal problems with immigration legal services, preventing legal problems with law-related education to immigrants and refugees, and encouraging immigration policies that are practical and compassionate.

Job Title: Bilingual Intake Specialist

Overview/Description of the Position: The Bilingual Intake Specialis will assist in the day-to-day operations of a non-profit office. The stidemt worker will support the intake and eligibility screening of potential clients, the summary and evaluation of potential clients’ immigration cases to prepare lawyers for consultations,* the scheduling of consultations through the office’s calendar system, and entry of client information.

Specific Duties: • Answer and refer incoming calls. • Collect initial data of potential clients during new client intake. • Assist in managerial projects. Duties can be flexible, and efforts will be made to match the interests and skills of the student employee to projects they find interesting and helpful to their studies.

Qualifications: • Fluent in English and Spanish • Good organizational skills and interest in non-profit administration. • Cross cultural communication skills. • Must maintain confidentiality of client data.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Intake is currently open Mon-Wed 12:00 -1:30 and Thurs for 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Would be necessary to have at least one of those shift availibilities.

Location: 450 N. Syndicate Street, Suite 175 Saint Paul, MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Jane Addams School for Democracy (JAS) is a community based education and democracy initiative aimed at rebuilding our democracy where "everyone is a teacher and a learner." Our mission is to free and cultivate the talents, cultures, and interests of ordinary people of diverse backgrounds and traditions in order to add their energy and wisdom to the common public wealth. JAS is inspired by the vision of democracy, productive citizenship, and popular education held by settlement house pioneers like Addams. The core of our work is our learning circles with immigrant West Side residents, college students, and other interested people on Mondays and Wednesday evenings. Two adult circles (the Spanish Circle and the East African Circle) and the Youth Circle meet twice weekly as the core of JAS.

Job Title: Spanish Circle Worker/East African Circle Worker

Overview/Description of the Position: The worker will first of all be a member of the Spanish Circle OR East African Circle on Monday and Wednesday evenings. In the Circle, they will be a co-facilitator of dialogues and partner study time. They will take on a leadership role working with other college students who participate in JAS, and they will contribute to ongoing JAS planning. Finally, the worker will work on projects developed with her or his supervisor that contribute to the success of JAS.

Specific Duties: -Participate in Spanish Circle or East African Circle two evenings each week -Assist in facilitating circle dialogues--facilitating and/or interpreting small-group dialogues -Support educational work of JAS participants during small-group study time (li

Qualifications: -Desire to develop relationships with immigrants -Interest in democratic education and/or civic engagement -Spanish-speaking or Somali-speaking ability and formal or informal translation experience useful but not required

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 5:30-8:30 Mondays and Wednesdays required, 4:30-5:30 Mondays and Wednesdays strongly recommended, other times as set up with supervisor

Location: Baker Center 209 W. Page Street St. Paul, MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: We are a small, non-profit school serving about 80 families in the Macalester/Merriam Park area, providing 3 half-day preschool classes and one half-day kindergarten. Our mission statement is (in part), "At Jean Lyle Children's Center we provide a safe and nurturing school environment for children 3-6 years old to make friends and choices, to take joy in learning, to be both independent and cooperative and to learn through play. In a setting of respect and acceptance, we provide a transition from the family to the larger world..." Our school is in its 33rd year since leaving the Macalester campus where it was the college lab school for many years.

Job Title: Teacher Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: This position offers the opportunity to work as a teacher assistant at a one- of- a kind, small preschool/kindergarten, in a very nurturing environment, to be part of an educational team, to make a meaningful contribution to students and staff, and to experience the unique benefits that come from spending time with young children. The job involves helping in the classroom by positively and respectfully interacting with young children (ages 3-6) in their play and working with them individually and in small groups, assisting with projects and art activities, reading stories, playing games, etc.

Specific Duties: Specific duties include: 1. Engaging and interacting with small groups of children or individuals in both child chosen and teacher directed activities. 2. Helping children learn how to share, take turns, enter and sustain play, be independent, and be a good friend/community member. 3. Assist with preparation of classroom projects. 4. Assit with light clean up of materials and classroom (washing paint brushes, putting things away, etc.) 5. Being an involved, contributing, classroom participant.

Qualifications: 1. Love of young children a MUST. Experience working with them, helpful. 2. Willingness to work with a team of teachers and a variety of families. 3. Sense of humor, flexibility, reliability and initiative. 4. Professional attitude.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: School is in session from 9:00 -11:30 and from 12:45-3:15. Work hours are usually in 3-4 hour increments and need to cover either morning or afternoon school hours.

Location: Our school is at 130 N. Howell Ave. (Howell and Laurel Aves.). We are located in St. Mary's Episcopal Church. Directions: From Snelling Avenue, go west (toward the river/Minneapolis) on Summit Avenue to Howell Ave. which is 2 blocks past Fairview. Turn right on Howell and to to Laurel. Enter through the red door by the alley. Jean Lyle is about 1 mile from Macalester and our former students from Mac have walked or biked.

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Latino Economic Development Center is a statewide, membership-based non-profit organization that seeks to transform the community by creating economic opportunity for Latinos in Minnesota. As a Community Development Financial Institution and a certified Opportunities Industrial Center, LEDC works to establish, stabilize, and expand Latino-owned businesses through orientations, classes, development consulting, technical assistance, and access to capital for new and existing entrepreneurs.

Job Title: Workforce Access Student Employee

Overview/Description of the Position: The Workforce Access Student Employee will find opportunities for Latinos and Latinas to find jobs, build careers, and attain self-sufficiency. They will provide direct assistance to clients seeking jobs, conducting job searches and assisting with resume development. However, they will additionally build capacity for the Workforce Development program by expanding LEDC's network of potential employers and by conducting strategic research on how LEDC can address racial inequities in hiring, particularly in the construction industry.

Specific Duties: In order to add depth to their work, the student employee will also spend a portion of their time providing support to individuals to conduct their own internet job searches and locate appropriate work opportunities. The student employee will work directly with business providers for matching qualified candidates to open positions. The student worker will contact clients either by phone, email or meet clients in person to provide all the details related to the job opportunity. Once a client is hired, the student employee will be responsible for contacting him/her on occasion to follow up. Moreover, the student employee will train individuals to conduct internet job searches and guide them through the process. The main responsibilities of the position will be to: Update and maintain each client’s information on databases. 1. Network with existing construction businesses to create dialogue/develop relationships for creating employment opportunities for program candidates. 2. Search online for available job opportunities. 3. Research the construction industry in the Twin Cities. Learn about the employers, non-profits, and government partners that shape the industry. Assist in organizational learning about that industry. 4. Contact and/or meet clients to provide available job opportunities. Follow up with clients every other week. 5. Over time, work with LEDC staff to identify potential systemic barriers to employment for LEDC’s clients. Suggest ways to overcome the barriers.

Qualifications: 1. Proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred for communicating with clients. 2. Basic computer skills, such as internet searches, word processing, and basic spreadsheet proficiency, required. 3. Ability to work with people from wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. 4. Reliability and accountability. 5. Previous experience with or understanding of the construction industry is a benefit but not required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Student worker must be available to work within a 9-5 Monday-Friday work schedule, but the times within those specifications can be flexible.

Location: Our primary office is located in the Plaza Verde building in South Minneapolis (1516 E Lake Street, Minneapolis). We do also conduct some less frequent workforce development programming at a satellite office in the Neighborhood House in the West Side of Saint Paul (179 Robie Street E, Saint Paul). Student would not be expected to go to the Neighborhood House unless it was a good fit for their schedule and the schedule of their supervisor.

Overview/Description of the Organization: We are a highly successful 2 building SPPS elementary school, serving students in grades Pre-k through 8th grade. We have an arts focus, and grade levels are arts-infused. Our students participate in dance, vocal and instrumental music, visual arts, and theater classes on a rotating daily basis. We have a very dedicated and passionate staff.

Job Title: Teacher Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: 1. 1:1 tutoring in areas of reading, math, writing 2. Small group instruction in reading, math or writing 3. Assisting a classroom teacher with whole group instruction 4. Assisting an arts specialist teacher with class instruction

Specific Duties: OCSE's would be assigned to 2-3 classrooms, where they will assist teachers in large class, small group, or 1:1 tutoring in the areas of reading, writing, and math. Additional classroom experiences may be available in specific areas of art interest. For example, if the OCSE is a dancer, we would attempt to arrange for this student to assist one of our dance teachers for part of their time with us. OCSE's will be responsible for reporting to teachers regarding the work they are doing with students assigned to them.

Qualifications: We have a preference for students who have worked with children in any capacity. Working with children in an educational setting is even more preferable. We prefer dedicated and committed students who are comfortable working with a variety of students from many cultures and communities.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 9 am-4 pm

Location: Our lower campus with grades K-3 is located at 1023 Osceola Avenue, In Saint Paul. Our upper campus with grades Prek through 8 is located at 810 Palace Avenue in Saint Paul.

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Macalester-Groveland Community Council is recognized by the City of St. Paul as the official citizen participation organization for the residents, businesses, and institutions in District 14. The community council helps to identify and organize around community-based initiatives, develops leadership among residents and strives to create social capital. The Macalester-Groveland Community Council also serves as a communication network in the neighborhood, providing information and resources to all stakeholders. The City of Saint Paul’s District 14 is bounded as follows: Summit Avenue to the north; Ayd Mill Road/I-35 corridor to the east; Randolph Avenue to the south; the Mississippi River Boulevard to the west.

Job Title: Outreach Coordinator

Overview/Description of the Position: The Macalester-Groveland Community Council is recognized by the City of St. Paul as the official citizen participation organization for the residents, businesses, and institutions in District 14. The Macalester-Groveland Community Plan is updated every ten years and adopted into the City of Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan. This spring, we will kick off a two year process of gathering information, getting feedback, and visioning for the future of the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. To do this, we need to conduct extensive community outreach to engage all stakeholders who live, work, play, and learn in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. The Outreach Coordinator will play an integral part in strategizing, coordinating, and documenting this visioning through community gatherings, surveys, and other forms of input. The Outreach Coordinator will work closely with the Long Range Planning Committee and the Executive Director to coordinate this outreach and assessment.

Specific Duties: The Outreach Coordinator will: • Support the Long Range Planning Committee Community Plan process; • Provide assistance on general process, timeline, and opportunities for public engagement; • Develop a comprehensive ‘snap-shot’ of Macalester-Groveland, identifying residential, business and institutional components of the neighborhood; • Create a strategy to connect with students, seniors, youth, businesses, renters, and homeowners in the neighborhood; • Coordinate, publicize, and document meetings with the Long-Range Planning Committee and at-large public (via forums, surveys, small group discussions, neighborhood gatherings, school and church visits, etc.) to: o identify strengths and weaknesses of the planning area, o identify key issues and opportunities, o review Saint Paul Comprehensive Plan strategies and local implementation opportunities, o draft general plan content and chapters • Meet with MGCC & City staff, as needed, to discuss plan progress and questions; • Collaborate with Staff on various means of neighborhood communication related to the community plan process (newsletter articles, press releases, photo documentation, etc.); • Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and the Long Range Planning Committee.

Qualifications: • Demonstrated organizational skills including ability to establish priorities and procedures, and attention to detail • Open, flexible and able to work closely with diverse constituencies • Ability to apply critical thinking and problem solving • Interpersonal skills necessary for doing outreach and building community partnerships • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Ability to work collaboratively in a non-profit environment • Interest or experience in community or neighborhood organizing, with an emphasis on community outreach and strategic planning • Skills in organizing and maintaining detailed records for reporting purposes • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and other basic computing skills • Operation of office machines such as fax, copier, printers, etc.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Between 9am and 4pm, Monday-Friday, occasional evenings and weekends required for community meetings

Location: Edgcumbe Recreation Center 320 S Griggs Street Saint Paul, MN 55105

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Minnesota AIDS Project (MAP) is a statewide non-profit organization serviing Minnesotans since 1983. MAP's mission is to lead Minnesota's fight to stop HIV through advocay, education, and service. MAP delivers general HIV education to reduce stigma regarding living with HIV and to educate the public on prevention strategies to reduce HIV infections. The agency engages in public policy work primarily at the state level. MAP also has a development and special events area which seek to raise general awareness of current issues of HIV in Minnesota and to raise funds to support the agency's work to address these issues. MAP offers a large array of direct service programs for people living with HIV or who at risk for HIV. Many of our programs offer individual assistance, these include: benefits counseling, legal assistance, emergency financial assistance, housing assistance, transportation assistance, chemical dependency support and case management. The agency operates the MAP AIDSLine which is Minnesota's information and referral center for HIV prevention and services. MAP has community level interventions focused on reducing the spread of HIV in the high risk populations of MSM (men who have sex with men) and drug users. These interventions include street/bar outreach, syringe exchange, HIV testing and risk reduction services.

Job Title: MAP Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The student will be a MAP Programs Assistant. This position will assist in activities of the Minnesota AIDS Project, specifically by providing front desk/reception duties and assistng the Every Penny Counts Emergency Assistance (EPCEA) Coordinator with the day to day operations of the emergency financial assistance program. This will include assisting directly with clients and agency visitors through reception desk responsibilities, assisting with client satisfaction surveys, and processing emergency financial assistance requests for EPCEA clients.

Specific Duties: 1. Assiting with day to day operations of the emergency financial assistance program. 2. Receiving and processing client requests for emergency financial assistance in order to reduce financial burdens and emergencies for HIV positive individuals living in Minnesota. 3. Staffing the reception desk, answering phone and directing calls, greeting and assisting agency clients and visitors accordingly. 4. Understanding and complying to the agency's confidentiality guidelines. 5. Assisting with other projects of other agency programs if needed or as appropriate.

Qualifications: 1. Comfort working with diverse populations. 2. Experience with customer service, sexual health issues and/or social services preferred but not required. 3. Comfort working with on line databases and working with Microsoft Office programs.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM

Location: 1400 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Overview/Description of the Organization: Minnesota Children's Museum provides playful, interactive learning experiences for children and families that promote curiosity, imagination and problem solving to encourage lifelong learning and success in life. Families visit the Museum to explore our seven interactive galleries and participate in a variety of playful learning activities. We are committed to making sure all children have access to the Museum, we are committed to diversity and inclusiveness and we are heavily supported by volunteers.

Job Title: Activity Facilitator

Overview/Description of the Position: The Activity Facilitator will independently facilitate fun, hands-on early childhood programs for Museum visitors. Activities include but are not limited to creative arts programs, story times, sensory programs, interactive gallery activities, Loose Parts programs, and assisting with special events.

Specific Duties: 70% Facilitate Daily Programs independently and provide exceptional customer service to Museum visitors. Programs include but are not limited to: creative arts programs, story times, sensory programs, interactive gallery activities, Loose Parts programs, and assisting with special events. Facilitation also includes program set up and clean up. 10% Prepare materials and gather supplies for upcoming programs and events. 10% Participate in training and department meetings. 10% Other duties as assigned. This may include research assistance for program development.

Qualifications: Minimum of 6 months of experience working with children under age eight and/or formal education in early childhood development. Previous customer service experience is a plus. Ability to work well with people and provide exceptional customer service. Ability to organize time and work independently. Ability to follow directions and effectively complete tasks.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Shifts will be 3.5 - 7 hours long between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Prefer a mix of weekday and weekend shifts, but can be flexible.

Location: 10 West 7th Street, Downtown Saint Paul, 55102 FREE PARKING and FREE BUS PASSES for Macalester Work-Study Students Take the 63 Bus to 5th and Market Streets, downtown St. Paul then walk 2 blocks to the Museum Take Grand Avenue east toward downtown, go left/north on West 7th Street, park in the World Trade Center Ramp on the intersection of 7th and Wabasha Streets

Overview/Description of the Organization: Minnesota Children's Museum provides playful, interactive learning experiences for children and families that promote curiosity, imagination and problem solving to encourage lifelong learning and success in life. Families visit the Museum to explore our seven interactive galleries and participate in a variety of playful, fun learning activities. We are committed to inclusiveness, supported by volunteers and driven to make sure all children have access and a place to learn and play.

Job Title: Museum Class Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Museum Class Assistant is responsible for providing instructor support during museum classes and special programming, engaging students and chaperones in activities in order to increase the children’s learning and enjoyment, and preparing the classroom and materials for school groups. Eventually, this position will be responsible for facilitating classes to school groups on their own.

Specific Duties: Assist with facilitatation of Museum Classes Interact with, engage, and instruct children in activities. Set-up and take down classes Provide support to chaperones and children and encourage participation. Facilitate Special Programming like Museum-to-Go Classes offsite at schools. Prep materials for classes and school groups. Facilitate Museum Classes independently.

Qualifications: Enjoy working with children and adults. Knowledge of or experience with techniques for engaging children in activities. A fun and playful attitude and demeanor.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Flexible, between 8:00-3:00 Tuesday-Friday.

Location: Minnesota Children's Museum, 10 West 7th St, Saint Paul, MN 55102 *Some off-site teaching may be available, but not required. FREE PARKING and FREE BUS PASSES for Macalester Work-Study Students Take the 63 Bus to 5th and Market Streets, downtown St. Paul then walk 2 blocks to the Museum Take Grand Avenue east toward downtown, go left/north on West 7th Street, park in the World Trade Center Ramp on the intersection of 7th and Wabasha Street

Overview/Description of the Organization: Minnesota Children's Museum provides playful, interactive learning experiences for children and families that promote curiosity, imagination and problem solving to encourage lifelong learning and success in life. The Museum hosts about 450,000 visitors annually. We are committed to inclusiveness and access to all and we are supported by volunteers and donors.

Job Title: Youth Development Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Youth Development Assistant is responsible for coaching high school aged volunteers in program facilitation and customer service, leading Daily Development activities, and adapting the Daily Development activities to align with best practices in youth development, Museum goals, and youth volunteer needs.

Specific Duties: • Review and revise current Daily Development practices • Create new Daily Development activities based on youth development practices • Coach volunteers to ensure that high quality interactions are taking place. • Mentor youth volunteers in the areas of college and work force readiness • Facilitate select youth volunteer trainings • Work with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Qualifications: • Experience with youth and youth development. Experience working with teens is preferred. • Willingness to learn; creative thinker; team player • Ability to follow oral instructions and ask for assistance and additional explanation as necessary • Ability and willingness to work independently with minimal supervision

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Flexible, some weekend hours required

Location: 10 West 7th Street, Downtown Saint Paul, 55102 Student employees receive free parking or bus passes. Take the 63 Bus to 5th and Market Streets, downtown St. Paul then walk 2 blocks to the Museum Take Grand Avenue east toward downtown, go left/north on West 7th Street, park in the World Trade Center Ramp on the intersection of 7th and Wabasha Streets

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Minnesota Internship Center is a charter high school with multiple locations in Minneapolis. MNIC serves predominantly low-income African American students who are motivated to earn their high school diploma despite facing many barriers to their education, including generational poverty, compound community trauma, teen pregnancy, homelessness, and many healthy disparities. MNIC strives to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, addressing holistic student needs. At the MNIC Sabathani site, there is a “Safe Circle” classroom that serves students who want to learn in a bully-free zone, including many LGBTQA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,Transgender, Queer/Questioning and Allied) students. In addition, MNIC staff provide support services including college and career assistance, health advocacy, housing support, and social and emotional support. Volunteers are prized members of the MNIC team who work as tutors and advocates who work on various tasks tailored to volunteer learning goals and MNIC program needs.

Job Title: Health Advocate

Overview/Description of the Position: Macalester student employees will work as Health Advocates at MNIC. Health Advocates are valuable members of the MNIC Student Support Services Team. Health Advocates will work in a number of capacities at MNIC. To build rapport with students, Health Advocates will tutor regularly in the classroom. As they build relationships with MNIC students, Health Advocates will work one on one to refer students to health care and resources, and organize student health clubs at each MNIC site. In addition, each Health Advocate will work on a larger health project that fits their interests. In the past, Health Advocates have completed projects including facilitating a student health club, creating a guidebook for different insurance plans, and creating a PE volunteer program.

Specific Duties: Macalester student employees will work as Health Advocates at MNIC. Health Advocates will work on both an individual and program level to connect students to health resources. This position requires a strong interest in public health and health disparities, as MNIC students face many barriers to accessing care including poverty, homelessness, and lack of emotional and social support. To help meet student health needs and address these barriers, Health Advocates will be responsible for becoming familiar with twin cities health resources and clinics, student barriers to health care, and the specific needs of MNIC students. Health Advocates will work one on one with MNIC students to make doctor's appointments, apply for health insurance, and start conversations about health. Additionally, Health Advocates will work to maintain student health clubs at each MNIC site, adapting curriculum and class plans from past years. Health Advocates will meet as a group monthly to discuss challenges and successes in their work at MNIC, and plan future engagement strategies. Health Advocates will receive intensive training at the beginning of the year, and additional training sessions monthly.

Qualifications: Applicants must have an interest in public health, social justice, and working with minority communities. Applicants must be flexible and able to work independently with minimal supervision, since their supervisor will not be on site consistently. Applicants must have strong communication skills and desire to make connections with MNIC students.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 8:30am-3pm

Location: Three MNIC sites (all Minneapolis): MNIC Sabathani 310 E. 38th Street MNIC Downtown 511 Groveland Ave. MNIC Unity 2507 Fremont Ave. N.

Overview/Description of the Organization: The mission of Minnesota Literacy Council is to share the power of learning through education, community building and advocacy. Our team serves Minnesotans of all ages — from 3-year-olds mastering their ABCs to grandparents determined to get their GED. We are able to reach nearly 90,000 children and adults each year thanks in great part to the more than 2,000 volunteers and 115 national service members we train annually. Our literacy-rich preschools and summer reading programs start Minnesota’s youngest readers off on the right foot. Free English, GED preparation and job-readiness classes prepare adults for post-secondary education and careers. Support in program best practices, educational technology, volunteer training and national service hosting strengthens hundreds of literacy programs across Minnesota.

Job Title: GED Instructor and Counselor

Overview/Description of the Position: The Minnesota Literacy Council’s GED Program values education as a means to achieve social justice, and our classes offer innovative, creative, and researched alternatives to traditional GED programming. We believe in empowering students through models of lifelong learning instead of simply teaching them to pass a test. The GED Instructor and Counselor will co-teach one two-hour GED class weekly from an existing curriculum to diverse group of adult students. They will hold student conferences to help students set, develop, and reach educational goals and develop a strong rapport with students in order to foster, guide, and encourage their studies. Creative, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals with a passion for and a belief in changing lives through education are encouraged to apply. This position is ideal for advanced undergraduate students looking to spend their time gaining experience in the classroom and with a nonprofit agency.

Specific Duties: The GED Instructor and Counselor will: • Co-teach one two-hour GED weekly from an existing curriculum to diverse adult students • Hold student conferences to help students set, develop, and reach educational goals • Provide a creative, welcoming, and engaging classroom learning environment for students • Develop rapport with and support a unique group of diverse students through individual conferences • Collaborate with staff to support the Lake Street GED program through various duties

Qualifications: Qualifications: 1.Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills 2.Creative, outgoing, and empathetic individual who has some experience working with diverse populations 3.Dependable, prompt and able to maintain confidentiality 4.Basic computer, Internet, and office software skills necessary 5.Some teaching or tutoring experience preferred

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Must be available for at least two 3-4 hour PM shifts weekly (an AM option may be a possible alternative)

Location: 2700 East Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55406 Suite 2500 (Second floor, above Denny's) Accessible via multiple bus routes including 21, 53, 7, 9, and the Hiawatha Light Rail line

Overview/Description of the Organization: The mission of Minnesota Literacy Council is to share the power of learning through education, community building and advocacy. Our team serves Minnesotans of all ages — from 3-year-olds mastering their ABCs to grandparents determined to get their GED. We are able to reach nearly 90,000 children and adults each year thanks in great part to the more than 2,000 volunteers and 115 national service members we train annually. Our literacy-rich preschools and summer reading programs start Minnesota’s youngest readers off on the right foot. Free English, GED preparation and job-readiness classes prepare adults for post-secondary education and careers. Support in program best practices, educational technology, volunteer training and national service hosting strengthens hundreds of literacy programs across Minnesota

Job Title: Refugee Action Advocate

Overview/Description of the Position: The Refugee Action Advocate will be responsible for working one-on-one with adult immigrants and refugees to guide them through challenges of daily life in the U.S., such as contacting a landlord to request repairs, paying bills, and finding community resources (ie food shelves, legal assistance, free tax preparation). The Refugee Action Advocate will also compile information on community services and work with ESL teachers to present short trainings on relevant services in the community. The Refugee Action Advocate will help learners find resources and advocate for their needs

Specific Duties: Student worker will work one-on-one to guide refugees through the problem-solving process for various issues that arise in their daily lives, such as contacting landlords for repairs and sevices, negotiating with refugee service providers, etc., in order to help refugees cope with problems that affect their quality of life, and empower them and their families to self-advocacy. Research and develop a list of resources, contacts, and procedures within community organizations and Ramsey County that students and teachers at Arlington Hills will be able to reference and utilize as needed. Work one-on-one to tutor learners in literacy and speaking skills who have been selected by their classroom teacher to qualify for additional tutoring assistance Design and create several short presentations and materials for school-wide trainings on issues that are affecting refugees and immigrants within the school community Help learners take advantage of free federal and state programs for low-income families, such as Energy Assistance, BTOP broadband access, Free and reduced student lunches, etc.

Qualifications: Must be willing to work in a multi-cultural setting with adults from a variety of countries. Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong, Thai, Burmese, Nepali, Laotian or Karen a plus Must be willing to advocate for refugees and their families when talking to service providers. Strong internet and phone research skills. Patience and sensitivity in working with English language learners.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Must be able to work at least two morning shifts of 4 hours each (between 9:30-2:30, M-F). Additional hours are flexible.

Location: Minnesota Literacy Council, Arlington Hills Lutheran Church, 1115 Greenbrier St., St. Paul, MN 55106

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Minnesota Women's Consortium is the largest statewide network of organizations and individuals working to achieve equality and justice for women and girls in the country. MWC works hard to carry out our mission of achieving equality and justice for all women and girls by connecting organizations and individuals that share those goals. We follow a joint agenda created by our members including parity and equity in leadership, health care for everyone, self-determination, peace and safety, and economic justice. Our goals include: • The delivery of member services that build the individual and organizational capacity of our members. • Collaborative public policy and advocacy leadership in order to shift attitudes and barriers that prevent women and girls from fulfilling their full potential. • Leadership development that provides women and girls with the skills, knowledge, and opportunity to advance their status in Minnesota.

Job Title: Campus Organizing Coordinator Second Position: Public Policy Coordinator

Overview/Description of the Position: The Campus Organizing Coordinator will coordinate campus activities and conversations among campus liaisons. The Women's Consortium's campus organizing program works to forge connections between students dedicated to gender equity and justice across the state. The Coordinator will facilitate discussions between student feminist organizations, women's centers, and women's studies departments. In addition, the coordinator will recruit new campus organizers across the state, oversee online communications, and assist in event planning.

Specific Duties: 1. Maintain the campus organizing blog and social media tools 2. Develop and coordinate a student advisory board 3. Promote the campus organizing project 4. Recruit new campus liaisons 5. Assist in planning events like Take Back the Night and Pro-Choice Night

Qualifications: 1. Familiarity with social networking tools 2. Demonstrated experience with community and campus organizing 3. Strong writing and communication skills

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: M-F between 9 AM-4 PM

Location: 550 Rice Street, Saint Paul MN 55103

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Minnesota Women's Consortium is the largest statewide network of organizations and individuals working to achieve equality and justice for women and girls in the country. MWC works hard to carry out our mission of achieving equality and justice for all women and girls by connecting organizations and individuals that share those goals. We follow a joint agenda created by our members including parity and equity in leadership, health care for everyone, self-determination, peace and safety, and economic justice. Our goals include: • The delivery of member services that build the individual and organizational capacity of our members. • Collaborative public policy and advocacy leadership in order to shift attitudes and barriers that prevent women and girls from fulfilling their full potential. • Leadership development that provides women and girls with the skills, knowledge, and opportunity to advance their status in Minnesota.

Job Title: Public Policy Coordinator

Overview/Description of the Position: The Policy Coordinator assists the Minnesota Women's Consortium staff in tracking public policy on a federal, state, county, and city level. This includes going to meetings, hearings, writing legislative briefs and reports, and organizing public policy meetings/events. In addition, the policy coordinator will help coordinate meetings with member organizations and communtiy partners for the purpose of coalition building.

Specific Duties: 1. Attend local meetins and hearings related to policy affecting women 2. Track federal and stage legislation 3. Write policy briefs and reports 4. Coordinate meetings with member organizations and community partners 5. Assist in planning public policy meetings and events

Qualifications: 1. Strong writing and communication skills 2. Education background in political science or women's/gender/sexuality studies 3. Demonstrated knowledge of the legislative process

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: M-F between 9 AM-4 PM

Location: 550 Rice Street, Saint Paul MN 55103

Overview/Description of the Organization: Neighborhood House is a multicultural settlement house founded in 1897 by the women of Mount Zion Temple. Located on Saint Paul’s West Side, Neighborhood House’s primary purpose was to help Eastern European Jewish families settle in the Saint Paul area. During the past century, Neighborhood House has supported families from over 50 cultural and ethnic populations in times of transition or need, drawing people from diverse communities throughout Saint Paul and beyond. The Neighborhood House mission is to help people, families and organizations develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in diverse communities.

Job Title: Adult Education Teacher

Overview/Description of the Position: Our ELL classes focus on a learner-centered model which incorporates basic English language instruction with American cultural lessons and daily survival skills. Co-teachers work with adult immigrants and refugees from all over the world in large and small classroom settings, as well as small group and one-on-one, to provide a comfortable learning atmosphere and aid learners in the acquisition of the skills they need to live, work and support their families in the United States. GED Teachers prepare learners for the GED exam by leading classes in various subject areas: math, writing, reading, science and social studies. Teachers provide a comfortable and productive learning atmosphere in small group classes of adult citizens, immigrants and refugees. Off Campus Student Employee will choose to teach ELL classes, GED classes or a combination of both.

Specific Duties: Duties: • Collaborate with co-teacher in the creation of a weekly lesson plan based on curriculum provided • Co-lead all lessons and activities planned in the classroom • Train new volunteers on teaching procedures and preparation • Fill out lesson report form in detail and make note of any information other teachers may need • Manage classroom attendance and notify Coordinator if learners are not attending • Discuss learner problems that arise with the Coordinator and assist in connecting participants with community resources • Attend quarterly teacher orientation dinner and training session • Other program-specific duties as assigned by the Director of Programs and Coordinator Benefits: • Form dynamic relationships with people from many cultures • Help welcome and adjust newly arrived families to their new life in the United States • Gain experience in English Language teaching, volunteer management, program coordination and data entry • Gain experience teaching GED subject content • Develop a greater understanding of non-profit organizations • Learn about literacy and cultural challenges for non-native English speakers • Enjoy a strong support system and stimulating team environment • Have fun, make new friends, learn about yourself and your own creativity

Qualifications: • Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently • Must be dependable and prompt • Possess good inter-personal, communication and leadership skills • Ability to interact respectfully with persons of other cultures • Able to understand and respect confidentiality

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Schedule is flexible. Hours available Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m., 11:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.

Location: Wellstone Center 179 Robie Street East St Paul, MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: Neighborhood House is a multicultural settlement house founded in 1897 by the women of Mount Zion Temple. Located on Saint Paul’s West Side, Neighborhood House’s primary purpose was to help Eastern European Jewish families settle in the Saint Paul area. During the past century, Neighborhood House has supported families from over 50 cultural and ethnic populations in times of transition or need, drawing people from diverse communities throughout Saint Paul and beyond. The Neighborhood House mission is to help people, families and organizations develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in diverse communities.

Job Title: Child Literacy Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: Help prepare children for kindergarten and elementary school by leading and co-leading games, crafts, and other learning activities for children between the ages 2-6. Work with parent volunteers to provide a safe, fun, engaging and educational environment. The activities help children develop literacy and social skills, and these skills will prepare them for success in school.

Specific Duties: *Read and follow daily class plan, prepare activities as needed *Gather materials and supplies for class including books, games and art supplies as described in the class plan *Work with the children in small group activities to develop reading and numeracy skills *Prepare snacks for children at snack time *Clean up room at end of class period

Qualifications: *Experience working with children *Good interpersonal and communication skills, especially with children and people from a variety of cultures *Ability to relate to persons of different ethnic, racial, cultural backgrounds *Ability to work in group setting with children and parent volunteers *Patient, tolerant and respectful of confidentiality *Dependable and prompt *Must pass a criminal background check

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Hours are flexible. Available hours include: Monday through Friday 8:45am-11:30am or Monday through Thursday 6:00pm-8:45pm. Hours in other NH programs also available.

Location: Wellstone Center 179 Robie Street East St Paul, MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: Neighborhood House is a multicultural settlement house founded in 1897 by the women of Mount Zion Temple. Located on Saint Paul’s West Side, Neighborhood House’s primary purpose was to help Eastern European Jewish families settle in the Saint Paul area. During the past century, Neighborhood House has supported families from over 50 cultural and ethnic populations in times of transition or need, drawing people from diverse communities throughout Saint Paul and beyond. The Neighborhood House mission is to help people, families and organizations develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in diverse communities.

Job Title: Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: Assist students attending the Neighborhood House Tutoring program gain the skills, knowledge and experience needed to plan for life after High school/GED and achieve their post-secondary education and/or career goals. In this position, you will support the students and program goals to increase academic performance, increase academic confidence, create a connection to a caring adult, increase persistence (grit).

Specific Duties: *Assist in creating individualized lesson plans for students *Consistently attend tutoring sessions *Guide students toward academic success in math, reading, writing, science, history, and/or foreign languages *Report on student progress

Qualifications: *Able to speak English and posess good listening and speaking skills *Must be academically strong in your chosen tutoring area/s *Must pass a criminal background check

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Hours are flexible. Available hours include: Monday through Thursday 3-6pm. Hours in other NH programs also available.

Location: Wellstone Center 179 Robie Street East St Paul, MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: OutFront Minnesota's mission is to make our state a place where Lesbian Gay Bisexual & Trans* Minnesotans have the freedom, power, and confidence to make the best choices for their own lives. We deliver programs and services to Minnesota's LGBT and allied communities in the area of public policy, anti-violence, education and training, and the law.

Job Title: Organizing Student Worker

Overview/Description of the Position: Student workers will engage and train community members in support of our mission to make our state a place where Lesbian Gay Bisexual & Trans* Minnesotans have the freedom, power, and confidence to make the best choices for their own lives.

Specific Duties: Student workers will: - Recruit community members and supporters to participate in public action campaigns in support of marriage for all loving couples and safe schools for all students - Train volunteers to assist with recruitment - Present to Gay Straight Alliances and community members regarding LGBTQ issues, including marriage equality and safe schools - Work respectfully and constructively as a member of the staff team - Support data management and data management volunteers

Qualifications: Students must: - Actively participate in the work of the organization and maintain flexibility - Possess strong oral and written communication skills, including ease at presenting before an audience and extending radical hospitality to people unfamiliar with the organization - Demonstrate willingness to actively engage with people from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds - Demonstrate commitment and ability to work well within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Trans* communities

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: flexible; prefer a regular schedule with some weekend/evening hours available

Location: 310 East 38th Street #204 Minneapolis, MN 55409

Overview/Description of the Organization: Patrick's Cabaret is a small theater in Midtown Minneapolis that creates roughly 24 shows per year (each one weekend long). These shows typically consist of 6 unrelated acts in a cabaret format. The mission of Patrick's Cabaret is to support artists in their growth and development by encouraging artists of all experience levels to try new things, or present works-in-progress. We specifically reach out to artists of color, GLBT/queer-identified artists and artists with different abilities. We do not censor, and work to provide minimal barriers for people to be able to perform on our stage.

Job Title: Box Office Manager

Overview/Description of the Position: The student employee will attend all Cabaret events and run the box office: help set up and take down the theater seating (before and after the performance), sell tickets or concessions, manage nightly volunteers, general clean up. As the role progresses, the student can take on additional roles as interested in other aspects of the organization (marketing, social media, fundraising or grant writing, outreach).

Specific Duties: 1. Set up of theater and concession areas at all Cabaret performances 2. Management of nightly volunteers 3. Sell tickets and manage box office 4. Assist in clean up of theater space after each show 5. Additional roles as interested including opportunities in marketing, social media, fundraising, grant writing, show curation or program/audience outreach.

Qualifications: 1. Ability to multi-task and work independently 2. Good time management skills 3. Strong communication skills 4. Need to be reliable, on time, and consistent 5. Outgoing and personable

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Weekend evenings (6pm - 11pm) on Friday and Saturday of shows a must. Other hours are flexible.

Location: Patrick's Cabaret 3010 Minnehaha Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55406

Overview/Description of the Organization: Planned Parenthood is a trusted provider of affordable reproductive health care services, education and advocacy for women, men, teens and families. We are a non-profit community-based organization whose volunteers help fulfill our mission to affirm the human right to reproductive health and freedom.

Job Title: Patient Support Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: Patient Support Assistants play an essential role in ensuring excellent patient care at Planned Parenthood's new Vandalia clinic in St. Paul (near University and Vandalia), a facility that provides abortion services in addition to a range of other reproductive health care services seven days a week. The student worker primarily assists in direct patient services (handholding during surgical procedures, assisting with breathing and relaxation techniques, rooming patients and reviewing aftercare instructions), and may occasionally help with front-desk activities during down-time (patient check-in).

Specific Duties: 1. Assist with patient flow tasks such as rooming patients 2. Assist patients and staff in the recovery room by reviewing birth control and aftercare instructions and helping patients feel comfortable 3. Handholding/assisting with breathing and relaxation techniques during abortion procedures 4. Assist with check-in (during rare down-time) 5. Other tasks as needed by staff or as directed by student interest

Qualifications: 1. Interest in providing quality, confidential health care 2. Friendly, cooperative and able to work well with others 3. Able to work in a sometimes stressful, often high-paced environment 4. Some knowledge of reproduction, contraception, STIs, etc. is helpful 5. Must feel comfortable working in a surgical setting (not bothered by sight of blood, medical instruments, etc.)

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Flexible hours Mon-Sat morning/afternoons

Location: 671 Vandalia Street, St. Paul, MN 55114

Overview/Description of the Organization: Project for Pride in Living (PPL)’s mission is to work with individuals and families with lower incomes to achieve greater self-sufficiency through housing, employment training, support services and education. New Foundations, a program of PPL, provides permanent supportive housing and comprehensive services to families exiting homelessness. The program’s overarching goal is to provide families with the tools and resources they need to achieve mental and physical health, strengthen relationships between parents and children, and maintain sobriety in a nurturing community setting. Community members support each other's progress towards greater health, family stability and self-sufficiency.

Job Title: New Foundations Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: New Foundations Supportive Housing Program seeks a Program Assistant to participate fully in all aspects of our programs and services, bringing their unique skills, ideas and strengths to support families working to exit homelessness and achieve family and economic stability. The Program Assistant will build supportive relationships with the 44 families at New Foundations, and lead/support activities to help them achieve their goals (which may include job search, computer classes, tutoring, recreational programs and more). The role will incorporate direct service with families, leadership opportunities and administrative activities.

Specific Duties: • Work independently with adults &/or children (direct service) as a mentor, tutor, teacher, group leader. Activities may include assisting adults with resumes and job search, teaching a computer class, tutoring youth, leading recreational activities, co-facilitating meetings, and more based on program needs and student interest/experience. • Provide childcare during regularly scheduled parent activities • Co-facilitate groups with New Foundations staff • Inventory, stocking, and organization of common spaces * Other projects as assigned to meet student learning goals and program needs.

Qualifications: Previous experience with diverse populations. Sensitive to issues of families exiting homelessness including chemical and mental health challenges. Self-starter, highly motivated, and able to apply classroom concepts to real world scenarios. Computer literate with the ability to utilize all Microsoft Office programs. Able to lift 30 lbs. Application, interview, background check and references required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Schedule TBD between student & supervisor, (Available M-Th 9 am-7 pm; 1 Saturday/month preferred)

Location: New Foundations, a Program of PPL Crestview Apartments 1145 Westminster Ave. St. Paul, MN 55130

Overview/Description of the Organization: Project for Pride in Living (PPL)’s mission is to work with individuals and families with lower incomes to achieve greater self-sufficiency through housing, employment training, support services and education.

Job Title: Youth & Community Programming Asst.

Overview/Description of the Position: The PPL Family Literacy Program strives to improve educational and employment outcomes for low-income families and new immigrants through integrated programming serving both parents and their children. The Youth and Community Programming Assistant will collaborate with PPL staff and a small team of work study staff to plan and implement the elementary portion of Family Literacy model in a small PPL St. Paul affordable housing community. The YCPA will work with the staff team to design and implement acitivities that foster literacy skill development, inspire youth to become self-motivated learners, and empower parents to bolster the home learning environment. The YCPA will also collaborate with staff to plan events that build community among residents.

Specific Duties: 1. Collaborate with other staff members to plan and coordinate Family Literacy sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings 2. Build positive, supportive relationships with residents 3. Assist with creating and implementing literacy-building and community-building activities for youth and families 4. Assist with identifying, refining, and replicating best practices 5. Support and supervise volunteers 6. Work study students have the opportunity to initiate additional projects based on personal interests and schedule

Qualifications: 1. Experience working with youth preferred 2. Experience in a tutoring in a diverse setting preferred 3. Self-starter, team player, creative, motivated and committed, flexible 4. Application, interview, and background check required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Tues. & Thurs. 5-7:30 pm plus planning time (flexible), bi-weekly staff mtg's during the workday, and occasional weekend field trips

Location: 1 position at: Selbystone Apts., 710 Selby Ave., St. Paul 55104 2nd position at: Fort Road Flats Apts., 2236 W. 7th St., St. Paul

Overview/Description of the Organization: PPL Enterprises was formed by the merger of PPL Industries, Furnish Office & Home and Rebuild Resources on June 1, 2012. Collectively these organizations have over 50 years of experience in our community. We operate sustainable social enterprise businesses that empower adults to re-enter the workforce and achieve life-long success within their communities. We provide transitional employment to men & women with barriers to successful employment. For our trainees, their barriers to employment are significant: felony convictions, history of substance abuse, little to no work history and poverty. Our program lasts approximately nine months for our trainees and twelve to eighteen months for apprentices. Everyone spends the first six months of employment doing on-the-job training and learning what it means to be a good employment. This is a real job with a paycheck and real expectations. After six months, trainees enter an intense job search phase during which they are taught how to execute a job search and provided with paid time to conduct that job search. Trainees that would like to learn additional skills and have shown aptitude in particular job roles may be eligible for our apprentice program. Apprentices have the opportunity to build additional work history by filling one particular role in our business for up to eighteen months. As a social enterprise, over 80% of our revenue comes from our lines of business. We operate diverse businesses such as industrial sewing, contract manufacturing, wood fabrication, embroidery, screen-printing and recycling.

Job Title: Job Search Student Worker

Overview/Description of the Position: The Job Search Student Worker will assist trainees in creating and executing an effective job search plan. This position provides students with the opportunity to work with people from diverse backgrounds with varying employment histories. Some trainees have little to no work history and others have many years of work experience.

Specific Duties: 1. The Job Search Student Worker, with the Career Development staff, will actively work with trainees to teach computer and internet skills necessary related to job search, and to assist them in securing appropriate outside employment by: A. Working with trainees to identify job aptitudes and interests; B. Helping trainees develop compelling resumes, references and job applications; C. Developing a strong knowledge base of job placement and other community resources as they identify job placement opportunities via research in classifieds, online sources and relationships with placement firms; D. Coaching trainees on current best practices for interviewing skills.

Qualifications: Students should be comfortable working with people from a variety of religious, ethnic and economic backgrounds. Strong interpersonal and writing skills are required. Comfort with public speaking is preferred. Most importantly, the student worker should have a passion for our mission to empower people with significant barriers to employment to change their lives.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Any time during normal business hours - Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: 602 Prior Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55104

Overview/Description of the Organization: Believe*Achieve facilitates 1:1 in-school tutoring sessions for students in need at Ramsey Junior High, 1 block west of Macalester College. Volunteer tutors are paired with 1-2 students with whom they meet throughout the school year. Tutoring sessions are regularly occurring and intentionally planned out to align with course curriculum in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and English. Sessions will center on skill enrichment, homework catchup, and study and organizational skills. The regularly scheduled nature of the tutoring and the tutor-student relationship is a key component of the program, as tutoring is enhanced once each get to know one another's study habits and learning styles. For this reason, we ask for a full 1-year commitment for all applicants. Students intending to study abroad are asked to apply to other opportunities.

Job Title: Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: Tutors are paired with 1-2 students with whom they meet throughout the school year. Tutoring sessions are regularly occurring and intentionally planned out to align with course curriculum in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and English. Sessions will center on skill enrichment, homework catchup, and study and organizational skills. The regularly scheduled nature of the tutoring and the tutor-student relationship is a key component of the program, as tutoring is enhanced once each get to know one another's study habits and learning styles. For this reason, we ask for a full 1-year commitment for all applicants. Students intending to study abroad are asked to apply to other opportunities.

Specific Duties: Tutors will tutor students in need in a 1:1 setting, generally in Pre-Algebra and Algebra. In addition, to guarantee a baseline of weekly hours, tutors may be placed in a classroom for float tutoring and teacher assistance for the duration of a class period.

Qualifications: Tutors must be 18 years of age, willing to undergo a background check, and have time available for a mandatory Tutoring Basics training. Previous tutoring experience preferred. Off-campus student employees will commit between 6-10 hours a week. Tutors must be able to plan and pace a tutoring session and enact a goal-setting regimen with their students, with the help of tutoring coordinator.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 7:30am-2:00pm Monday-Friday

Location: 1700 Summit Avenue, St. Paul MN 55105

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Saint Paul Public Library operates six after-school Homework Centers. These are comfortable spaces at the library where students of all ages can drop in and work on their homework independently or with the help of tutors. The Homework Centers are equipped with comfortable furniture, computers, printers, reference books, and school supplies for student use. During the 2011-2012 school year, the Homework Centers served over 1086 learners and logged more than 17,000 individual visits. The Reading to Achieve Program pairs students with trained volunteer tutors from the community for one-on-one tutoring in reading for one hour a week. This program is designed for students in grades 4-8 and focuses on building literacy skills through reading, writing, and unique literacy activities and games. Most of the students served by this program are reading below grade level and are taking advantage of this free service offered by the Saint Paul Public Library in order to boost their reading skills. The Macalester student employee(s) may choose a combination of these two tutoring programs.

Job Title: Homework Center Tutor / Reading to Achieve Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: The Saint Paul Public Libraries Homework Centers provides free one-on-one tutoring to students seeking extra help with homework and study skills. Homework Center tutors provide positive and enthusiastic leadership while helping students of all ages with homework assignments. Tutors may also be paired with one or more students in 4th - 8th grade through the Reading To Achieve programs, which focuses on building literacy skills through reading, writing, and unique literacy activities and games.

Specific Duties: The Homework Center Tutor/Reading to Achieve Tutor provides one-on-one tutoring and mentoring for students from diverse backgrounds, especially New American students, at a branch of the Saint Paul Public Library. The tutor is expected to: 1. Provide academic assistance to students of all ages. Assistance may include: working on solutions to problems, reviewing class material, formulating and developing ideas for papers, discussing assigned texts, and assisting with job search, resume writing, and research skills. 2. Act as a positive role model for students. Help students develop positive attitudes towards learning, studying, and reading. Additionally, help students develop self-confidence in reading and academic work. 3. Get to know students who frequent the Homework Center/Reading to Achieve and understand their needs. 4. Tutors in the Reading to Achieve program will work one-on-one with a student in 4th-8th grade for one hour per week; the tutor will build literacy skills through reading, writing, and literacy activities. 5. Be punctual and reliable. Attend all training sessions required, and communicate with coordinators as needed. 6. Help Electronic Classroom patrons develop job search and basic technology skills.

Qualifications: 1. Ideal applicant will be comfortable interacting and communicating with diverse populations and age groups (elementary students through adult learners). 2. Applicant will be able to effectively explain concepts to others. Must be flexible and be willing to take on new challenges to meet student requirements and learning styles. 3. Experience in tutoring/mentoring and interacting with English Language Learners is helpful, but not required. 4. Must pass a Ramsey County Sheriff background check.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Shifts available Monday-Thursday, 3-7 and Sundays from 1-4.

Location: Rondo Library 461 Dale Street North (Corner of University Ave and Dale St) Saint Paul, MN 55103 Accessible by the 16 bus. Other Homework Center locations can be found at: http://www.sppl.org/services/homework-help/homework-centers

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Science Museum of Minnesota, founded in 1907, is a large regional science museum. The Science Museum's programs combine research and collection facilities, a public science education center, extensive teacher education and school outreach programs, and an Imax Convertible Dome Omnitheater to provide science education to our audience of more than a million people per year. Mission: Turn on the science: realizing the potential of policy makers, educators, and individuals to achieve full civic and economic participation in the world.

Job Title: Aquatic Invertebrates Student Worker

Overview/Description of the Position: Develop and deliver the museum’s Aquatic Invertebrates program, guiding visitors athrough activities that assist with understanding the Mississippi River and its watershed, issues of water health and knowledge about aquatic invertebrates and their habitats. Assist with the collection of live specimens and help visitors to explore them. Lead activities and answer questions about aquatic invertebrates and aquatic ecology. Manage microscopes, provide information, and spark enthusiasm. Practical educational experience and/or an interest in elementary education, science education, biology, aquatic ecology and/or environmental studies is preferred.

Specific Duties: Set-up and monitor program supplies, such as microscopes, slides, Petri dishes, books, hand-outs, television monitors, etc. If a designated collector for the program, collect water and aquatic invertebrate specimens to be viewed in the Mississippi River Gallery as needed. Sort specimens so as to provide a wide variety of organisms under each microscope.Sort specimens so as to provide a wide variety of organisms under each microscope. Engage visitors in open conversations about aquatic invertebrates and aquatic ecology. Use pictures, stories, and facts about aquatics invertebrates to encourage enthusiasm and hands-on exploration. Provide developmentally appropriate activities for visitors. Using the Aquatic Invertebrates Program Blog or paper log, respond to the program outline at the end of each shift to inform SMM employees and volunteers about the day’s activities, visitor interactions and inventory needs.

Qualifications: Interest and/or enthusiasm working with young children. Love of ongoing learning and a curiosity about the world around them. Well-organized, detail oriented, creative and resourceful, with strong problem solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good organization skills and attention to detail. High level of initiative and follow through Ability to work well with people in a team-oriented workplace setting. Comfortable using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and any desktop publishing software.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 8-10 hours a week, weekend availability

Location: Science Museum of Minnesota 120 West Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55102

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Science Museum of Minnesota, founded in 1907, is a large regional science museum. The Science Museum's programs combine research and collection facilities, a public science education center, extensive teacher education and school outreach programs, and an Imax Convertible Dome Omnitheater to provide science education to our audience of more than a million people per year. Mission: Turn on the science: realizing the potential of policy makers, educators, and individuals to achieve full civic and economic participation in the world.

Job Title: Museum Programs Student Worker

Overview/Description of the Position: Gain valuable work experience in program support, volunteer coordination, operations management, and program evaluation, by becoming a Museum Programs Student Worker with us! Partnering with another student worker you will manage the weekly operations of two museum programs: Preschool Playdates and Activate Saturdays. This includes coordinating, supporting, and communicating with up to 42 volunteers that participate in these programs, organizing and reacting to volunteer feedback, organizing supplies, maintaining volunteer training tools, coordinating programs with museum staff, and helping to develop activities used. In this role you will receive ample support from staff but have the opportunity to work independently and be able to feel a real ownership of the work you are accomplishing.

Specific Duties: For both programs work with a partner student worker to ensure the following: Work to assure each activity module functions well in our museum informal learning environment and fits with program philosophy and goals. Ensure that each activity module is accessible to museum visitors and is alluring to visitors. Coordinate program operations that utilize up to 16 volunteers at a time. Coordinate with other departments and staff for space planning, activity development, and implementation. Communicate with current volunteers regarding the program to ensure learning objectives, inventory needs and programming functions are met. Politely greet and respond to all museum visitors’ questions and comments. Encourage volunteer feedback and share comments with appropriate supervisory staff.

Qualifications: Available on Tuesdays 9am-12pm and/or Saturdays daytime. Interest and/or experience in informal learning and a curiosity about the world around you. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact positively with a wide variety of people Well-organized, detail oriented, creative and resourceful, with strong problem solving skills. Mature judgment and professional attitude with the ability to cope with problems that may arise. Able to move throughout the museum galleries easily and quickly when necessary to support programming located in a variety of areas. Reliable transportation to our location.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Tuesdays 9-1 and Saturdays (either 9:30-2:30 or 11:30-4:30)

Location: Science Museum of Minnesota 120 West Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55102

Overview/Description of the Organization: The mission of Simpson Housing: To house, support and advocate for people experiencing homelessness. Our values: 1. We believe that everybody has the right to safe and affordable housing. 2. We celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and dignity of every person. 3. We encourage people to draw upon their strengths and promote the power of self-advocacy. 4. We advocate against the injustices of society that cause homelessness and poverty. 5. We strive to create a collaborative community with the individuals we serve, within Simpson, and with the greater community. An overview of our programs: We provide a full continuum of supportive housing services designed to help end chronic homelessness: 1. Emergency shelter for men and women. 2. Permanent, subsidized, supportive rental housing for single adults who have been homeless long-term, with a unique focus on the needs of single women. 3. Subsidized, supportive rental housing for families with children

Job Title: Shelter Advocate

Overview/Description of the Position: The Shelter Advocate works with shelter staff to provide a hospitable, safe, secure, clean, supportive, and affirming environment for single adult men and women in need of overnight shelter. The student worker also works with shelter staff to provide advocacy, support, direction, resources, and referrals to shelter guests as needed.

Specific Duties: Facilitate positive on-site shelter operations • Arrive on time at 5 pm and stay for entire five hour shift • Communicate with guests in a friendly and professional manner • Engage guests in games and activities • Know, communicate, and uphold shelter rules • Read shelter notes and request updates from both staff and volunteers • Greet and update volunteers, provide shelter tours for meal groups • Provide a hospitable environment for guests and volunteers • Assist with shelter maintenance as needed, including: clean bedding, storage, unused lockers, organizing donations, cleaning refrigerator and freezers • Be available for questions and information for all shelter guests • Be aware of needed supplies and retrieve from the appropriate location Provide quality coordination of services • Communicate and coordinate services with all team members • Ability to assist and support guests with crisis and conflict management issues • Communicate regularly with supervisor • Be informed of issues of homelessness and the shelter system Complete accurate and thorough documentation and recordkeeping in a timely manner • Complete data entry as requested by supervisor • Write clear and concise case notes of daily events • Complete intake paperwork, including signed data privacy forms and release of information Provide positive representation of SHS through public relations and networking • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff, volunteers, participants, and other stakeholders. • Network with providers of similar services, when possible • Participate in weekly staff meetings and attend trainings when available • Professional behavior, dress, and conduct are expected in all aspects of work with guests as well as contact with the volunteers and public

Qualifications: • Written and verbal communication skills • Patience, flexibility, ability to listen, assertiveness and compassion • Ability to be decisive and effective under pressure • Ability to maintain composure in crisis situations • Knowledge or experience with low-income homeless populations is preferred • Ability to multi-task and prioritize a number of responsibilities • Ability to complete work independently or under minimal supervision • Must be able to work in a fast-paced team-orientated environment • Proficient in Microsoft Office

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 5 pm - 10 pm

Location: Simpson Housing Services Emergency Shelter 2740 1st Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55408

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Fred Wells Tennis and Education Center is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit incorporated in 2002 by our founding benefactor, Fred Wells, who had a vision for an community center that provides access to tennis, education, and life skill development for all, particularly underserved youth. Our organization is staffed by 10 Full Time and 16 part time employees, and is overseen by an 8 person Board of Directors. facility has eight tennis courts, a fitness center, a computer lab, and over 4000 square feet of classrooms for use by the public and by our educational enrichment programs. Our mission is to empower youth to be successful on and off the court through tennis and education activities that challenge them mentally, academically, physically and socially. Tennis2College As we near our 10th anniversary, Mr. Well’s vision has evolved into the Tennis2College (T2C) initiative. T2C provides year-round out-of-school time programs, and serves 200 young people in three program areas: Citizens of the Court (grades 3-5); The Fort (grades 6-8); and Well’s Academy (grades 9-12). The Tennis2College strategy is to build programs that provide a pipeline of continuous, age-appropriate activities to help third-graders grow to ultimately graduate from high school, with a strong post-secondary trajectory. Youth benefit from mastery and confidence gained while learning to play tennis; the positive relationships with coaches and volunteers; setting future-oriented goals and getting extra support to achieve them; and as patrons of the center and members of the community.

Job Title: Lead Coach Mentor

Overview/Description of the Position: The Lead Coach Mentor will assist in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the Citizens of the Court Afterschool Program (grades 3-5)/ Fort Middle School Afterschool Program (grades 6-8). They are a key member of the Tennis2College (T2C) team. T2C serves 200 young people annually in grades 3-12. T2C programs help students become productive and healthy young citizens. T2C programs are offered to Twin City youth at little or no cost, as 75% of participants live in economically disadvantaged households.

Specific Duties: The Lead Coach Mentor for both the Citizens of the Court and the Fort Middle School programs is responsible for, but not limited to the following functions: •Assist in developing, facilitating and evaluating the Citizens of the Court/Fort Middle School Program •Help implement curriculum that fosters: positive interpersonal relationships; life skills; leadership; academic enrichment; service learning and physical fitness. •Create and lead one 30-45 minute lesson plan per week that follows the curriculum above. •Plan and execute a community service project with youth afterschool group •Participate in planning sessions, program debriefs and staff meetings

Qualifications: •Minimum of one year successful experience working with youth •Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form •Strong interpersonal skills •Willingness to engage in physical activities with youth. No tennis experience is required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Mondays/Wednesdays 2-6pm OR Tuesdays/Thursdays 2-6pm (worker’s choice)Hours are generally flexible outside of the 2 hour afternoon program time which typically runs from 2:30pm to 4:30pm

Location: 100 Federal Drive Saint Paul, MN 55111

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Twin Cities Media Alliance brings together media professionals and engaged citizens to improve the quality, accountability and diversity of local media, and to ensure that all Twin Citizens - and especially those from under-served communities - have access to the media resources they need in order to participate fully in the life of our community. We achieve this mission by offering citizen journalism classes, media skills workshops, public forums, and through our single largest project, the Twin Cities Daily Planet, (www.tcdailyplanet.net), a local news and information service that combines original reporting by citizen journalist, and the best of the neighborhood, community and ethnic press with tools that empower individuals and communities to tell their own stories.

Job Title: Community Engagement Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Community Engagement Assistant will assist the executive director of the Twin Cities Media Alliance with a variety of community engagement tasks.

Specific Duties: * identifying and documenting economic and cultural assets of Twin Cities communities, with an emphasis on cultural and ethnic diversity, * participate in photowalks of Minneapolis and St. Paul neighborhoods, * creating listings and entering them into the Daily Planet database * communicating with owners of local businesses and attractions. Other responsibilities may include assisting with Media Alliance / Daily Planet events, and representing the Media Alliance / Daily Planet at other events (e.g., tabling.)

Qualifications: Strong verbal and written communications skills are essential. The ideal candidate would also have skills in one or more of the following areas: * social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) * familiarity with community asset mapping and Asset Based Community Development * photography and/or videography * other online skills

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: business hours; some weekend and evening availability is a plus.

Location: Twin Cities Media Alliance 2600 E. Franklin #2 Minneapolis, MN 55406

Overview/Description of the Organization: West 7th Community Center is a Minnesota non-profit 501(c)(3) multi-service organization with over 37 years of experience serving residents of St. Paul’s West 7th neighborhood. Operating from a welcoming, centrally located facility, West 7th Community Center functions as a community anchor and helps individuals access services in a caring, personalized setting. Academic and developmental asset building programs for children, comprehensive in-home and center-based services for seniors, and an outreach and referral program for families help ensure that each person in our neighborhood receives the supports he or she needs to be stable and successful. The Center also serves as a community focal point by housing a branch of the Ramsey County Library as well as hosting community-wide informational and social events.

Job Title: After School Program Assistant and Tutor

Overview/Description of the Position: The student worker will help plan and implement the Community Kids After School Program. Community Kids provides five days a week of quality after school programming to 60 children in grades K-8. Staff and volunteer tutors facilitate social interactions, provide daily homework help, enrichment and athletic activities. Work-study hours will be spent working with children and youth in the after school program and assisting Youth and Family staff with program planning.The student worker will have a similar and equal role to the programs Class Room Assistant.

Specific Duties: 1. Tutoring individual or small groups of children and youth and providing homework help. 2. Planning and conducting enriching activities for students in the areas of academics, social enrichment, arts, athletics and other areas of interest. 3. Conduct individual student pre and post assessments in social skills and reading and chart progress allowing us to provide measurable outcomes. 4. Students workers may assist in implementation of other department programs such as monthly Fare For All food distributions, weekly Circle of Parents support groups, quarterly free family book fairs, monthly family movie nights, annual holiday party and Women's Health Fair to gain a comprehensive view of services to famililes and youth. 5. Recruit more Macalester student volunteers to assist with West 7th programming. 6. Student may work with Youth and Family Director to develop other projects suited to student’s interests. 7.Transportation- students will be required to help classroom teachers pick up and greet students at the bus stop (in front of West 7th) and walk the students into the classrooms. 8. Macalester OCSE students will participate in orienting and training new volunteers to the West 7th Community Kids Program.

Qualifications: 1. Social work, education, human services, or community development BA/BS students with interest and/or experience working with youth. The desire to have a positive influence in the lives of children and youth. 2. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Responsibility, flexibility and initiative. Interest and/or experience working with people from diverse cultures. 3. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet preferred. Bilingual proficiency in any of the following languages Spanish, Hmong, or Amharic appreciated.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: 2 or 3 afternoons per week 3:00 – 6:00 pm.

Location: Onsite: West Seventh Community Center – Youth and Family Department located at 265 Oneida Street in Saint Paul. Offsite: Field-trips. Directions from Macalester by car or bus: West Seventh Community Center is on the 70 bus line (approximately a 6 minute ride). Driving: Head south on Snelling to St. Clair. Take a left on St. Clair. Drive approximately 2 miles. Turn right on Oneida (just after you cross over 35E). The community center parking lot is the first lot on your right.

Overview/Description of the Organization: In 1975, WSCO became the first neighborhood association in Saint Paul to be recognized as an official District Planning Council, representing the residents of District 3 in Saint Paul’s Citizen Participation Program. Thirty six years later, the organization continues to engage residents, develop partnerships and leverage resources to improve the quality of life on the West Side. WSCO’s mission statement is as follows: The West Side Community Organization is an action oriented, neighborhood-based organization empowering our residents to participate in and advocate for solutions to West Side community issues. Using a proactive, asset-based model for community economic development, the organization works to increase the civic participation of residents by initiating and engaging people in volunteerism, community driven projects, providing leadership development opportunities for youth and adults and by educating residents about civic issues. The organization works to promote a healthy natural and social environment by promoting practices such as urban gardening, recycling and residential energy efficiency. Finally, WSCO acts as a vehicle to inform issues concerning the “built” environment by convening partners around community development planning, engaging volunteers and agencies to clean up urban blight and advocating for equitable development.

Job Title: environmental Justice Organizer

Overview/Description of the Position: The Environmental Justice Organizer will work with staff, volunteers and community partners around issues relating to environmental justice including food justice/urban agriculture, responsible energy, transportation equity and environmental health concerns. The position will provide support to WSCO's Environmental Justice Committee, help organize community events and meetings and represent WSCO at various activities in the neighborhood.

Specific Duties: Primary responsibilities of the position include: Provide staff support to the Environmental Justice Committee including attendance at committee meetings, providing information to the committee as requested or as needed, following through on assigned tasks and information/research requests Conduct issue research. Participate in relevant community meetings to network and build strategic alliances and coalitions with other community-based entities. Assist staff in organizing community events

Qualifications: Experience and/or knowledge of environmental justice issues. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience working in diverse communities. Ability to work flexible hours. Bi-lingual candidates encouraged to apply

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: flexible with some night meetings required

Location: 1 W. Water Street, Suite 260 St.Paul, MN 55107

Overview/Description of the Organization: The Women's Initiative for Self Empowerment (WISE), Inc. was founded by a group of multi-cultural, first generation immigrant women in 1995 as a vehicle for social, economic, and leadership empowerment of Asian, African, and Latina women, girls and their families. Over the past decade, WISE has implemented a number of community-based initiatives aimed at raising public awareness of immigrant issues, developing leadership capacities, and promoting self sufficiency of immigrant and refugee women and girls. The mission of WISE is to empower immigrant women and girls to succeed. The primary goal for WISE programs is to be a culturally sensitive vehicle for education, social, economic and leadership empowerment of Asian, African, and Latina women and girls and their families. The agency’s other goals include the following: • To increase immigrant women's capacity to participate in decision-making and leadership opportunities; • To bring public awareness of the issues and challenges affecting immigrant women and girls and their impact on families, schools, the work place, and communities; • To promote diversity, social and systems change by engaging individuals, cultural communities and women's organizations to work together to increase the visibility of women leaders and their contributions to society; • To partner and collaborate with individuals, communities, nonprofit organizations, foundations and businesses to leverage resources and trainings for immigrant women, girls, men, and boys to become self sufficient.

Job Title: GGAL Mentor

Overview/Description of the Position: Women's Initiative for Self Empowerment (WISE), Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that acts as a vehicle for social, economic and leadership empowerment of Asian, African, and Latina women and girls. WISE’s mission of empowering immigrant women and girls to succeed is fulfilled through various programs, including Girls Getting Ahead in Leadership (GGAL), a college preparation, academic enrichment, and leadership development mentoring program for low income immigrant/refugee ESL girls in their junior and senior years of high school. WISE needs interns to assist the youth program coordinator and GGAL coordinators facilitate all or some aspects of the GGAL Program at four program sites.

Specific Duties: Assist the GGAL coordinators to: •Develop curriculum and facilitate activities for workshops; •Recruit participants & establish relationships with ethnic agencies, public & school ESL programs, charter schools, and at community events and organizations; •Maintain documentation for each participant. Files include application, assessments, goals, attendance record, and submitted documents (college applications, FAFSA, ACT test scores, transcript, etc.), etc.; •Develop and organize projects that engage participants in at least 20 hours of civic engagement activities; •Coordinate all visits to colleges during no school days and spring break; •Recruit volunteers to act as mentors to participants. Establish and maintain relationships with universities and businesses in order to reach out to potential mentors and volunteers; •Coordinate the orientation, training, and supervision of all volunteers; and •Assist in developing and facilitating summer programs.

Qualifications: •Have an interest in working with immigrant and refugee youth; •Be innovative, creative, self-motivated, and passionate about helping youth establish goals, develop self-confidence and leadership skills, and prepare for college; •Be able to effectively plan activities, build curriculum, and present information; •Have strong listening and interpersonal skills to establish relationships with youth; •Utilize time wisely and meet with program coordinator regularly to report on program activities; •Participate in a minimum of weekly workshops 3workshops/month or as required by •Help at least one senior participant (mentee) through the college application process. •Commitment time frame: one academic school year is required, although one semester may be accepted based on individual circumstances; •Attend mentor/volunteer training session to maximize your impact as a mentor.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Saturday 11-2pm( Griggs Midway Building), Tuesday at Roseville High school( Rotating schedule), Friday Leap High School (4-5.30pm)

Location: WISE office is located at #202 Hamline Plaza, 570 Asbury Street, St Paul MN 55104. The program work sites are: •GGAL Saturday program at Griggs Midway Building 1821 University Avenue St Paul ( 11 am-2pm) •GGAL Roseville High School Roseville ( Tuesday: rotating Schedule and Wednesday: 2.45pm-3.45pm, ) •GGAL Fairview Alternative High School Roseville ( Mondays and Fridays ; 12-12.45pm) •GGAL Leap Academy St Paul( Fridays :4.00pm-5.30pm

Overview/Description of the Organization: MISSION: GROWING FOOD TO DEVELOP YOUTH Youth Farm and Market Project provides year-round, youth development programming for over 800 youths ages 9 – 24, utilizing experiential education and training, urban agriculture, gardens and greenhouses. We build youth leadership through planting, growing, preparing, and selling food. Youth Farm and Market Project currently works in 5 neighborhoods in the Twin Cities, Lyndale, Powderhorn and Hawthorne in Minneapolis, and Frogtown and the West Side of St. Paul.

Job Title: Youth Farm and Market Project Student Worker

Overview/Description of the Position: Youth Farm and Market Project provides year-round, youth development programming for over 800 youths ages 9 – 24, utilizing experiential education and training, urban agriculture, gardens and greenhouses. We build youth leadership through planting, growing, preparing, and selling food. Youth Farm and Market Project currently works in 5 neighborhoods in the Twin Cities, Lyndale, Powderhorn and Hawthorne in Minneapolis, and Frogtown and the West Side of St. Paul. Student worker will assist Program Directors to lead after school cooking and gardening classes and will help plant, water, weed and perform general maintenance at Youth Farm's gardens in the spring and fall.

Specific Duties: Youth Farm and Market Project Student Workers will: 1. Assist with afterschool classes with youth ages 9-14 2. Help plan after school classes 3. Participate and help lead garden workdays with youth or volunteer groups 4. Perform regular gardening/farming 5. Help distribute food based on the neighborhood's food distribution plan.

Qualifications: Previous youth work experience is required. Spanish and Hmong speaking students are encouraged to apply. Previous gardening experience is not required but is helpful.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Monday - Thursday: 2:00 - 7:00pm

Location: Frogtown Neighborhood of St. Paul AND/OR Westside Neighborhood of St. Paul

Overview/Description of the Organization: YouthCARE is a non-profit youth agency. The purpose of YouthCARE is to promote respect for self and others, develop future leaders, and provide youth with positive multicultural activities and relationships with caring adults. YouthCARE programs target urban youth, 7-18 years old, who face social or economic barriers. YouthCARE provides youth with opportunities to develop employment skills, leadership skills, self-sufficiency skills, and an understanding and appreciation of other cultures.

Job Title: Volunteer Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The Volunteer Program is looking for a Program Assistant to help coordinate the Volunteer Program for YouthCARE. Responsibilities would include attending recruitment fairs, interviewing and processing volunteer paperwork, leading orientation and training sessions for volunteers, and helping program staff recognize volunteers.

Specific Duties: Represent YouthCARE at local volunteer fairs. Recruit new and alumni volunteers for events and activities (phone, email, social media) Process new volunteer paperwork. Interview potential volunteers. Lead volunteer orientations. Communicate with volunteers to learn about their experience. Work with program staff to recognize volunteers. Evaluate Volunteer Program

Qualifications: Excited about meeting new people. Organized and detail oriented. Exemplary communication skills, both written and oral. Open new ideas and willingness to learn.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: At least one evening a week, occasional weekends

Location: YouthCARE 2701 University Ave SE, Suite 205 Minneapolis, MN 55414 Located on the 16 & 50 bus lines

Overview/Description of the Organization: YouthCARE is a non-profit youth agency. The purpose of YouthCARE is to promote respect for self and others, develop future leaders, and provide youth with positive multicultural activities and relationships with caring adults. YouthCARE programs target urban youth, 7-18 years old, who face social or economic barriers. YouthCARE provides youth with opportunities to develop employment skills, leadership skills, self-sufficiency skills, and an understanding and appreciation of other cultures.

Job Title: Young Women's Mentoring Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The program assistant will assist the program director with facilitating the after-school Girls Group program for girls, 6-14 years old and the employment and leadership skills development of young women, 15-18 years old in two affordable housing communities. The Program Assistants will be involved in program planning, conducting team meetings with the youth employees, interacting with participants individually and as a group, conducting outreach in the community, and maintaining data. Program Assistants roles include being a coach, teacher, mentor and role model.

Specific Duties: Help facilitate weekly activities for girls 6-14 in one of two affordable housing communities :Little Earth of United Tribes in Minneapolis or McDonough Townhomes in St Paul. Program planning, research, and development. Mentor girls in the program. Recruit youth, including phone calling and street outreach.

Qualifications: Experience working with urban youth preferred, but not required. Ability and willingness to work in a multicultural setting. Enthusiasm for working with youth, especially girls and a willingness to learn from them. Openness to new ideas. Driver's license preferred, but not required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: After school and evening hours 4:00 - 7:00 pm, including occasional weekend hours

Location: YouthCARE 2701 University Ave SE, Suite 205 Minneapolis, MN 55414 Program Sites: Weekly groups are held at these locations: McDonough Townhomes Homes Little Earth of United Tribes 1544 Timberlake Rd. 2501 Cedar Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55117 Minneapolis, MN 55404

Overview/Description of the Organization: YouthCARE is a non-profit youth agency. The purpose of YouthCARE is to promote respect for self and others, develop future leaders, and provide youth with positive multicultural activities and relationships with caring adults. YouthCARE programs target urban youth, 7-18 years old, who face social or economic barriers. YouthCARE provides youth with opportunities to develop employment skills, leadership skills, self-sufficiency skills, and an understanding and appreciation of other cultures.

Job Title: YouthLEAD Program Assistant

Overview/Description of the Position: The program assistant will assist a Program Specialist with planning and leading leadership development, educational, health & wellness, arts or recreational activities for youth from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds ages 13 – 18. Responsibilities will include organizing and implementing monthly social and recreational events, help coordinate youth leadership opportunities, conduct outreach activities with an individual or a small group of youth, and help maintain data and records for the program.

Specific Duties: Co-coordinate the planning and implementation of one of the following programs: Health & Wellness, Arts & Culture, Education, Social & Recreational Activities or the Multi-Cultural Youth Leadership Program. Responsibilities Include: Planning, Implementing and evaluating events and activities. Youth Recruitment (phone and in person) Mentoring Youth Volunteer Recruitment (phone) Keeping Records Attending Meetings & Trainings as required

Qualifications: Experience working with youth preferred, but not required. Ability and willingness to work in a multicultural community. Enthusiasm for working with youth and a willingness to learn from them. Openness to learning new ideas. Driver's license preferred, but not required.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: After school and evening hours 4:00 - 7:00 pm, including occasional weekend hours

Location: YouthCARE 2701 University Ave SE, Suite 205 Minneapolis, MN 55414 located on the 16 & 50 Bus lines

Overview/Description of the Organization: YWCA St. Paul is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Through programs and services in Housing and Supportive Services, Youth Development, Health & Wellness and Skills for Life and Work, YWCA St. Paul changes minds, bodies and lives.

Job Title: YW READS Assistant Instructor

Overview/Description of the Position: YW Reads helps students in grades K-3 to improve their reading skills and ensure they are reading at grade level by the end of third grade. Student workers will assist with programming, activities, curriculum implementation, behavior management, assessments and communicating with parents/guardians.

Specific Duties: • Work with Academic Services Manager in the recruitment/retention of participants in YW READS program. • Communicate with parents/guardians in a friendly and informative manner regarding youth’s needs, progress and accomplishments. • Assist in the development of programming and activities (i.e. Family Nights) to engage families in improving student achievement. Plan these activities/events in collaboration with other YW READS staff, SPPS staff and families. • Help YW READS instructors/staff in developing strong partnerships and enhance communication between parents/families and school staff. • Assistance in providing academic enrichment services to youth attending St. Paul Public Schools through 1:1 instruction or small group instruction in the area of literacy. Follow curriculum and service plan to provide academic enrichment services in line with the best practices by St. Paul Public Schools and the YWCA St. Paul. • Assist with conducting initial assessment for each participant in order to determine ability level at which each participant is performing and services needed. • Maintain efficient, confidential and organized documentation of services provided on a daily basis.

Qualifications: • Educational background with emphasis in one or more of the following areas: social work, education, community education, psychology or other related disciplines • Previous experience working with elementary aged youth is highly desired.

Hours/Times of Day Preferred: Monday thru Thursday 3pm-6pm (approx.)

Location: Confidential Transitional Housing Location; near intersection of Summit and Lexington in St. Paul.