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HELP US LIBERATE EDUCATION.

We are seeking individuals committed to advancing Black excellence in education to fill the role of Servant Leader Coach (SLC) at our Freedom Schools Literacy Academy afterschool programs in Memphis, TN; Philadelphia, PA and Detroit, MI. Candidates should have experience coaching and mentoring youth, teaching college students, and writing curriculum, and will be responsible for implementing a high quality, academic-centered after school enrichment experience for our Servant Leader Apprentices, elementary scholars and their parents.
This is an in-person, seasonal position that runs from September 2023 to May 2024, five days a week from 3 pm – 6 pm, though specific hours may vary depending on the site.
Please browse the positions below and click on the links for more information and links to our online application.
SLA COACH MEMPHIS, TNALL POSITIONS
Seeking an experienced CFO to oversee the financial and accounting function and execute the strategic financial vision for the Center, a $10M organization. This is an exciting time to join the organization, as we embark on a new strategic plan and this critical role will ensure we are well-positioned for long-term financial health and sustainability.
Full-time
Remote
Will lead internal and external communications initiatives that promote and define the Center’s mission and values and develop and implement our communications strategy across various platforms with the goal of building and cultivating stakeholder engagement and advocacy through resonant and impactful content.
Full-time, Remote
Remote
Responsible for facilitating creative arts, and/or extracurricular activities, including athletics instruction, for elementary-aged scholars as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Philadelphia, PA
Seeking high school students who are interested in exploring a career path in education to work with a Servant Leader Apprentice classroom instructor to provide literacy instruction for up to 10 Scholars in first, second, or third grade as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Memphis, TN
Seeking high school students who are interested in exploring a career path in education to work with a Servant Leader Apprentice classroom instructor to provide literacy instruction for up to 10 Scholars in first, second, or third grade as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Philadelphia, PA
Seeking high school students who are interested in exploring a career path in education to work with a Servant Leader Apprentice classroom instructor to provide literacy instruction for up to 10 Scholars in first, second, or third grade as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Detroit, MI
Responsible for implementing a high quality, academic-centered after school enrichment experience for Junior Servant Leaders, scholars, and their parents as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Memphis, TN
Responsible for implementing a high quality, academic-centered after school enrichment experience for Junior Servant Leaders, scholars, and their parents as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Philadelphia, PA
Responsible for implementing a high quality, academic-centered after school enrichment experience for Junior Servant Leaders, scholars, and their parents as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Detroit, MI
Will oversee programming for the Center’s Black Teacher Pipeline in the Baton Rouge area. Responsible for programmatic and operational success by ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, program implementation, quality control, and team management and development. Will be the external face of the Center within the Baton Rouge community and demonstrate excellence in cultivating relationships with key stakeholders and communicating the Center’s mission and vision.
Full-time, Hybrid
Baton Rouge, LA
Seeking college students with a commitment to advancing Black excellence in education to work with up to two Junior Servant Leaders to lead a classroom of up to 10 Scholars in first, second, or third grade as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Philadelphia, PA
Seeking college students with a commitment to advancing Black excellence in education to work with up to two Junior Servant Leaders to lead a classroom of up to 10 Scholars in first, second, or third grade as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Detroit, MI
Responsible for implementing a high quality, academic-centered after school enrichment experience for Servant Leader Apprentices, scholars, and their parents as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Memphis, TN
Responsible for implementing a high quality, academic-centered after school enrichment experience for Servant Leader Apprentices, scholars, and their parents as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Philadelphia, PA
Responsible for implementing a high quality, academic-centered after school enrichment experience for Servant Leader Apprentices, scholars, and their parents as part of the Center’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy.
Part-time, Seasonal
Detroit, MI
Helps to organize and execute day-to-day operations of the Freedom Schools Literacy Academy After School program. The Site Lead must be capable of managing an intergenerational staff and also be a strong communication liaison for families, committed to the goals and vision of the program, able to work collaboratively with program on-site leadership (coaches), all program constituents, and be familiar with the culture and dynamics of the community.
In-person, Seasonal
Detroit, MI

Thank you for your interest in working with us! Please send us your cover letter and resume to keep you in mind as positions become available.
We look forward to hearing from you!