Apply now for Summer 2024!

Eligibility:

  • Current undergraduates from USG institutions in good academic standing
  • Must be available for all six-weeks of the Summer Program, Staff Orientation, Planning & Class set-up
  • Must be willing to actively participate with the scholars during their daily swim lessons
  • Swimming ability not required but comfort in the pool is
  • Must pass a criminal background and sexual predator check

General Description:

The Horizons at Georgia Tech Program is looking for talented and energetic individuals to work as Intern Assistant Teachers in a six-week academic enrichment summer program. We are looking for professional, responsible, and caring individuals. Assistant Teachers work alongside certified lead teachers to implement strategies to engage scholars in active learning through non-traditional, hands-on activities in our six-week summer program. Horizons Assistant Teachers work with approximately 15 scholars in small group and individual instruction in mathematics, reading, and science. A successful Assistant Teacher will enjoy working with youth and as a team player to help fulfill the Horizons mission.

A typical day may include academics, arts, swimming, breakfast/lunch and recreational activities. Teaching Assistants will also be responsible for bus monitoring, lunch monitoring, bus loading/drop off, and pick-up coordination as well as attending all field trips. Other duties may also be required.

Interested?

Please send resume and reference to horizonsgt@gatech.edu

Application Deadline Extended - April 12, 2024

Time

  • The program runs from Monday, June 3rd through Friday, July 12th with mandatory post planning on Monday, July 17th and Tuesday, July 18th.
  • Mandatory orientation, planning and classroom set-up is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28th through Friday, May 31st.
  • There will also be a mandatory Horizons, Family Orientation and Scholar Assessment Day on Saturday, May 20th.
  • The program will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th, Thursday, July 4th, and Friday, July 5th.

Pay

Assistant Teachers earn $13-18/hour for all trainings and during the program.

What is Horizons at Georgia Tech?

Horizons at Georgia Tech seeks to help children of limited financial means to find success in school and to set high goals for themselves including high school graduation and participation in post-secondary educational experiences. Horizons is committed to the development of the whole child through experiences that enhance confidence, foster awareness of community responsibility, build problem-solving skills, and encourage a life-long interest in learning. All Horizons students learn how to swim, making them safer and building confidence. We encourage children to take charge of their lives and realize their full potential. Come join our amazing program!

For more information on Horizons at Georgia Tech please visit www.horizonsnational.org, www.horizonsatlanta.org or www.ceismc.gatech.edu/horizons.