Become a Staff Member
Join the DreamCatchers Staff!
Staff applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This is a great opportunity to get involved with a highly dedicated, highly qualified team that's helping shape the future of education and public service at Stanford.
Staff Positions
Site Director
Responsibilities
- Lead tutoring program site in weekly 90 minute sessions
- Communicate and uphold the program's work ethic and culture
- Provide support for student's academic and emotional needs
- Improve tutoring experience through observational techniques and constructive feedback
- Work with the program team to plan and implement Tutor Trainings, initial Tutor and Student recruitment and enrollment, periodic field trips and team-building events
Specifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 8-10 hours per week
- Preference given to applicants with Spanish fluency
- Preference given to upperclassmen
- Successful applicants must be available for in-person training Spring 2010
Assistant Site Director
Responsibilities
- Assist Site Director
- Build relationships with the program's students, parents and teachers
- Devise creative methods for inspiring Tutors in their roles as educators and public servants
- Create a supportive environment for Tutors
Specifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 8-10 hours per week
- Preference given to applicants with Spanish fluency
- Successful applicants must be available for in-person training Spring 2010
Assistant Program Director
Responsibilities
- Serve as the Financial Officer, securing funding from the ASSU, managing reimbursements, and collaborating on strategic arbitration of funds
- Work closely with the Program Director and assist in executing many and varied executive duties
- Collaborate with program team and assist with program projects
Specifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 6-8 hours per week
Internships
Development Intern
Responsibilities
- Help write and submit grants
- Develop approaches to establishing and maintaining relationships with potential and current donors
- Manage communications with DreamCatchers' friends and supporters
- Create informational packets for potential donors
- Work closely with the Executive Director
Specifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 6-8 hours per week
- Preference given to DreamCatchers Tutors
- Preference given to applicants who can begin working remotely Summer 2010
Public Relations Intern
Responsibilities
- Identify and implement ways to publicize the DreamCatchers program in the Palo Alto community and on the Stanford campus, including newspaper articles, press releases, and publicity events
- Collaborate with Marketing Editor in the development of brochures, flyers and other materials essential to publicity efforts
- Work closely with the Executive Director
Qualifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 6-8 hours per week
- Preference given to DreamCatchers Tutors
- Preference given to applicants who can begin working remotely Summer 2010
Marketing Editor
Responsibilities
- Create content for newsletters, website, press releases, brochures, and other publicity materials
- Engage with stakeholders, including tutors, staff, students, families, and Board Members to determine appropriate content and marketing strategies
- Work with the Marketing Director on publicity materials throughout entire development process; from ideation to the final product
- Work closely with the Executive Director
Qualifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 6-8 hours per week
- Preference given to DreamCatchers Tutors
- Preference given to applicants who can begin working remotely Summer 2010
Recruitment Intern
Responsibilities
- Recruit Stanford students to join the organization as tutors and staff
- Cultivate relationships with Education professors, community centers and dorms on campus to build a pipeline of talent into the organization
- Identify and implement new and creative opportunities to more effectively recruit Stanford students
- Work closely with the Program Director
Specifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 6-8 hours per week
Webmaster
Responsibilities
- Manage, update, and improve DreamCatchers website regularly
- Utilize social media networks to increase organization's online presence
- Collaborate with Marketing Director and Publicity Director to ensure all content for the organization is coherent and complementary
- Work closely with the Executive Director
Specifications
- September 2010 - June 2011 commitment
- 4-6 hours per week
- Preference is given to DreamCatchers Tutors
- Preference given to applicants who can begin working remotely Summer 2010
Video Producer
Responsibilities
- Produce a 2-3 minute video showcasing the DreamCatchers' program, to be posted on our website and shown at fundraising events and functions
- Collaborate with Executive Director on film's message and content
Specifications
- Preference given to applicants who can begin immediately
- Preference given to applicants with strong film production skills
- 6-8 hours per week
