Cultural Empowerment Project Staff

About the Employer

Stipend - Youth-Led Cultural Empowerment Project Staff (CVLA) (SY25-26)

Job Title

Stipend - Youth-Led Cultural Empowerment Project Staff (CVLA) (SY25-26)

Location

Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy (CVLA)

Reports To

Meg Maccini, Principal

General Duties

Support the implementation of the youth-led cultural empowerment grant funded through La Colaborativa. Responsibilities may include:
* Supporting the planning and facilitation of monthly healing and craft circles for students.
* Assisting with preparation and execution of student-led workshops, arts activities, and storytelling sessions.
* Supporting the artist in residence program with materials, logistics, and student engagement.
* Assisting with planning and coordination of the culminating comparsa performance and community gallery event.
* Supporting student voice, leadership development, and participation in all project components.
* Helping with setup, cleanup, and coordination of events and activities.
* Collaborating with CVLA staff, guest artists, and La Colaborativa partners to ensure smooth program implementation.

Qualifications

Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Ability to support hands-on arts, writing, or workshop-based programming.
Current CPS staff member or approved community partner (as applicable).

Compensation

15�20 hours expected. Compensation will be at the contractual hourly rate for teachers and paraprofessionals, or student rate for student workers.

Application Process

Upload a statement of interest for the position and complete the application steps via Talented.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelsea Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.