HOURLY INTERN (XANADU SUMMER PROGRAM)

POSITION SUMMARY 

The hourly intern supports district and school-based initiatives by assisting with special projects and day-to-day operational tasks. Responsibilities include helping to organize, plan, and track project activities; supporting coordination of timelines, deliverables, and resources; and contributing to the successful completion of assigned projects. The intern collaborates with staff across departments, communicates project updates, and helps manage expectations to ensure effective service delivery.

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Current enrolled high school students (rising 9-12) or current college/university students

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• N/A

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to apply critical thinking to support problem-solving
• Ability to assist with planning and tracking short- and long-term projects
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative team environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management and other software tools
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, parents, administrators, and staff
• Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists with coordinating project activities by supporting planning, organization, and implementation tasks under the guidance of supervising staff
• Organizes and maintains project files, records, and documentation
• Helps update project information and track assigned tasks and deadlines
• Support communication of project updates and information to team members and stakeholders
• Assists with preparing reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and other project-related materials using standard templates and tools
• Communicates clearly in writing and assists with reviewing project documents for accuracy and completeness
• Supports project team collaboration by assisting with task coordination and follow-up communications
• Assists with scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and documenting meeting notes and action items
• Helps monitor project deliverables and assist with documentation and project close-out activities
• Assists instructional staff with facilitating enrichment activities and classroom support functions
• Provides supervision and assistance to students during instructional sessions, transitions, and program activities under staff direction
• Observes student behavior and report concerns or incidents to supervising staff promptly
• Assists with preparing instructional materials, classroom setups, and organizing supplies
• Supports student participation and engagement through small group activities and individualized assistance as directed by staff
• Participates in staff meetings, trainings, and program orientations to support professional learning and development
• Assists with attendance tracking, filing, and maintaining program records
• Provides general administrative, clerical, and program support duties as assigned by supervising staff

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.
Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions
Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.
Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.
Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress
 
Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. 

COMPENSATION:
Salary Grade: $15.00 per hour High School Student / $25.00 per hour College Student
Salary Range: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools
Work Year: 29 hours per week