Position Details Position Information RecruitmentPosting Title IGNITE- Afterschool Facilitators Posting Number 25TM0142 Department IGNITE Overview Ranked 46 in U.S. News & World Reports list of Best Public Colleges and Universities Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse research-intensive campus of approximately 6100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civilly engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.
Posting Summary Rutgers-Camden Ignite is a collaborative education program driven by and concentrated in the North Camden community, a neighborhood of Camden, New Jersey. IGNITE is looking for experienced facilitators/coaches in the areas of Visual Art, Performing Arts, Civics, Dance, Music, STEM, Literacy, Health & Nutrition, Physical Education, and SEL, etc. The incumbent will lead academic and social enrichment activities for youth in an afterschool program and/or summer program that serves 3rd-8th grade in North and East Camden. The position will also be responsible for helping with student/family recruitment, student retention, evaluations, reports, social media posts, and planning activities during family engagement nights. Will also be required to help chaperone field trips and attend monthly professional developments. This position is hiring for multiple vacancies. This is a grant-funded position contingent upon the availability of funds to support it.
FLSA Nonexempt Salary Details 18-20 per hour Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including but not limited to the candidates qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks if and when appropriate and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the universitys broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
Position Status Part Time Working Hours Up to 20 hours Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requires a bachelors degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Also requires a minimum of three to five years of relevant professional experience in an administrative and/or supervisory function, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy.
OR Requires a bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education/experience in the discipline. A masters degree in a specialized discipline may be required particularly in research project management or managerial positions. Also requires a minimum of five years of experience and/or increasing functional responsibility in a leadership/managerial role. With a masters degree requirement, a minimum of three years of related experience is acceptable. Excellent communication skills and computer literacy.
Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requires a high school diploma and some college preferred but not required in a related field. Also requires a minimum of two years relevant work experience with Camden City students, excellent communication and computer literacy skills is a must. Can develop their own fun and engaging weekly lessons plans and ability to work afterschool from 3pm-6pm Monday-Friday, not required to work every weekday and/or in the summer between the hours of 8am-4pm, not required to work every weekday and some Saturdays are required throughout the year for staff training and/or field trips.
Preferred Qualifications Candidate must understand the importance of utilizing Positive Discipline practices and incorporating SEL activities within their lessons.
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Posting Details Posting Open Date 04092025 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-Camden Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Camden City Camden State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
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