Fall 2019 

Breakthrough Leadership Program Intern

Deadline to Apply: Open Immediately, applications reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled.

Organization Overview

Breakthrough Silicon Valley launches talented but underserved middle school students on the path to college, while at the same time inspiring high school and college students to become educators. While ambitious in our goals, BTSV works: a stunning 99% of BTSV graduates are accepted into four-year colleges and 89% of BTSV 2017-2018 Teaching Fellows are inspired to pursue a career in education as a result of their summer experience.

Breakthrough Silicon Valley’s tuition-free program provides year-round out of school time academic support, counseling, and advocacy for a diverse group of talented students, most of whom come from under-resourced communities and are first in their family to go to college. Through our students-teaching-students model, Breakthrough also provides a consummate professional development experience in education by providing talented high school and college students the opportunity to design and teach classes under the direction of seasoned education professionals.

Located in San Jose, California, Breakthrough Silicon Valley is an affiliate of The Breakthrough Collaborative, a leading national service organization that acts as the national voice for 24 Breakthrough sites across the country.


Position Overview

The BLP (Breakthrough Leadership Position) will support the Middle School Program Coordinator by supervising the after-school program for our 7th (Spring only) and 8th graders (Fall only), and follow-up with students and families as needed.



What You Will Gain

  • Work experience with a wide variety of activities and responsibilities in a fast-paced office/educational environment
  • Internship experience for your resume



Position Requirements

  • Current college undergraduate with strong academic standing (3.0 GPA or above)
  • Ability to plan, organize and implement projects with attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Drive and Gmail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Available Monday – Friday
  • Reliable access to transportation
  • Bilingual in Spanish is a must-have



Preferred Qualifications

  • Accountable and mature; organized and detail-oriented
  • Strong work ethic, persistence and creativity in meeting goals
  • Self-motivated; takes initiative and works independently as needed
  • Demonstrated integrity and honesty, with a focus on students’ best interests
  • Communicative; able to responsibly pose questions and ask for clarification whenever necessary
  • Ability to work in environments and communities with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Prior experience in Breakthrough or other similar environments
  • Flexible with a can-do attitude; willing to support where-needed



Responsibilities

  • Support the after-school program by:
  • Securing classroom access
  • Follow system for snack distribution
  • Manage student attendance and check-out
  • Conduct classroom observations, debrief conferences and math coach staff meetings
  • Monitor student conduct and enforce student policies
  • Collect student outcome data (e.g. attendance, grades, and classroom behavior) and compile reports for MSPC.
  • Assist with proofreading and translating family communications (e.g. newsletters, mailings).
  • Implement workshops during the school year with support and resources from the MSPC.
  • Assist MSPC with volunteer recruitment, as necessary.
  • Assist MSPC with student and family conferences, as necessary.
  • Attend school year family meetings (i.e. 7th Grade Back to School Night).
  • Assist in BTSV annual fundraising event. (October)


 

Stipend

This is an unpaid internship. A stipend of $3,400 will be paid to the intern to offset living expenses for the duration of their internship You will receive your living allowance of $1,133 according to the following schedule:

  • By September 27th: $1,133
  • By October 25th : $1,133 
  • By December 4th: $1,134



Time Commitment

ASAP – December 6th, 2018

  • October 17th – evening hours (fundraiser)
  • Monday-Thursday, 3:30-6:30 pm*
  • Fridays (flexible scheduling)


*While for most days, the hours will be as indicated, days with special events (such as Back to Breakthrough) may require longer hours for prep/clean-up.



Location

  • Hoover Middle School: 1635 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126



How to Apply

Please apply online through TriNet. Incomplete applications without a resume and cover letter will not be accepted.


For any questions and concerns, please email Micaela Bumanglag at: mbumanglag@breakthroughsv.org. Incomplete applications without a cover letter will not be considered. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 



Breakthrough engages with individuals of all backgrounds and we are committed to embracing diversity within our organization, including developing a team who represents the communities we serve.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer Breakthrough is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. 

Learn more at www.breakthroughsv.org

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