Posted: August 04, 2011

Intern Description
Position:
New Orleans College Prep seeks an intern responsible for assisting the culture support team in special projects and data entry.

Opportunity:
If you are relentless about seeing disadvantaged students achieve at high levels, this is a chance to serve at a school that does whatever it takes to ensure college success for all children. Moreover, your work would make a profound and lasting contribution to the post-Katrina revitalization of New Orleans.

Background:
New Orleans College Prep (NOCP) is a public, open enrollment, charter school for underserved children from across Orleans Parish. Currently in its 5th year of operation, NOCP serves a population of 850 students – (250 students in grades 9-10, 300 students in grades 5-8 and 300 students in grades K-4.)

Our mission is to prepare each of our students to enter and excel in a rigorous 4-year college or university. In contrast to low-performing public schools that fail to focus on results, NOCP utilizes an extended school day and year, a disciplined and nurturing school culture, and data-driven instruction to drive dramatic gains in student achievement. New Orleans College Prep will provide all our students with a sound college preparatory education that rivals the academic rigor of the best private and public schools in the city.

Job Expectations:

1. Be at school from Mon.- Fri. from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm.
2. Input day-to-day data on student achievement into an excel program.
3. Assist and help in creating special school projects.
4. Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families and colleagues.
Qualifications:
1. An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels
2. A strong commitment to do whatever it takes for all our students to be college-ready
3. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
4. Demonstrated success in training
5. A goal-driven, reliable and strong role model for students
Compensation:
This is a part-time position you will be paid hourly $10 -$15 depending on experience.

Application Process:
Please call or e-mail your name, e-mail, address and telephone number to:

Kimberly Griffith – NOCP Student and Family Culture Manager.
kgriffith@nolacollegeprep.org
(504) -400-2889