Tulsa EnrichED Summer Enrichment Leaders
With questions, reach out to Emily DelGrosso at edelgrosso@theopp.org or Josie Pascoe at jpascoe@theopp.org
Overview The Opp Project is seeking experienced and committed individuals to serve as on-site enrichment leaders for Summer 2025 enrichment programming. These leaders will be critical to the operation of afternoon enrichment sessions at participating Tulsa Public Schools sites. Enrichment staff will work Monday through Thursday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, providing enrichment activities as well as managing behavior.
The Tulsa EnrichED Summer Enrichment Leader will develop and lead enriching programming in the below categories for 1-hour blocks. Enrichment Leaders will work in pairs with a staff:student ratio of no more than 1:15. Leaders must be available for the whole duration of the summer program, with no time off permitted during the July 7–31 programming window.
STEM Exploration: Hands-on science experiments, coding clubs, and robotics.
Literacy Enrichment: Reading circles, creative writing exercises, and storytelling workshops designed to strengthen literacy skills and foster a love of reading.
Arts & Creativity: Visual arts, music, dance, and creative writing workshops.
Health & Wellness: Sports clubs, yoga, and mental health activities.
Eligibility
Pre-qualified students in 3rd-8th grade.
Pre-qualification is determined by Tulsa Public Schools.
Tulsa Public Schools Summer Programming Details
Dates
July 7-31, 2025
Monday-Thursday
Sites
Visit TPS’s website to view the list of 12 summer program sites.
How Enrichment Opportunities Fit
From 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Thursday, students will be participating in remediation facilitated by Tulsa Public Schools.
From 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, students will be participating in enrichment opportunities onsite facilitated by Coordinating Partners, Push-In Partners, and Tulsa EnrichED Summer Enrichment Leaders.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Attend a mandatory orientation on Monday, June 30th from 1-3 p.m. or Tuesday, July 1st from 3-5 p.m. at [TBD].
Your time at this orientation will be compensated at $25 an hour.
Develop and lead enrichment programming for up to 3 rotating groups of youth per day for 16 total days (this equates to 16 hours of enrichment material).
Incorporate CASEL’S Three Signature Practices into the above named club.
Provide behavior and discipline support for students during enrichment programming.
Collaborate with the site coordinating partner to ensure smooth transitions and operations.
Contact district staff or Tulsa Public Schools personnel as needed.
Manage printing, copying, and general administrative support for enrichment activities.
Ensure student safety, smooth transitions, and program compliance.
In partnership with the coordinating partner, track and input attendance in TIDEL and communicate with The Opp Project team.
Qualifications
Current TPS employee and will maintain employment through July 31st, 2025. (required)
Previous or current Tulsa EnrichED club leader. (preferred)
Bilingual (Spanish/English) (strongly preferred)
Current or former Tulsa EnrichED leader with prior summer experience. (preferred)
Familiarity with the school’s community, ideally from feeder schools or site schools. Experience serving at one of the sites a plus (view program sites here)! (preferred)
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and promptly via email. (required)
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. (required)
June 1, 2025
Applications are accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, June 1st.
Important Dates
June 13, 2025
Hiring notification will be sent via e-mail.
June 30, 2025 or July 1, 2025
Mandatory, in-person orientation on either date:
Monday, June 30th 1-3 p.m.
Tuesday, July 1st 3-5 p.m.
Location to be announced.
July 7 - 31, 2025
Programming takes place.
Mid August 2025
Estimated date of payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: But I have a vacation scheduled at some point during these dates, can I work the other dates?
A: Unfortunately, leaders must be available for all dates of programming in order to be considered for this position.
Q: How many people are you hiring?
A: We are looking to hire approximately 30 Enrichment Leaders for middle school sites and approximately 20 for elementary school sites.
Q: What does it pay?
A: This position pays $25 an hour. If leaders work the required Monday-Thursday from 1-4 p.m. between July 7th and July 31st, their facilitation stipend will equal $1,200. We also pay for leaders’ time at the required orientation as well as a $100 prep stipend, so all leaders should make a total of $1,350 as long as no dates of work are missed for emergencies.
Q: What will my day look like?
A: Leaders will have 2 rotations of youth each day. From 1-2 p.m., leaders will support the on-site coordinating agency in SEL programming. From 2-3 p.m. and 3-4 p.m., leaders will facilitate one hour sessions that they have planned/designed with two different groups.
Q: How many youth will I have at one time?
A: We anticipate a ratio of 1:15.
Q: Can I create my own program or will I be given curriculum?
A: Leaders will be expected to create their own program and activities or identify a program/activities to implement. No curriculum will be provided.
Q: Do I have to be a certified teacher in a particular content area?
A: No! Anyone who is employed by Tulsa Public Schools is eligible to apply.
Q: Who can I expect a 1099 from?
A: This opportunity is offered by the Opp Project, LLC. (a component of Tulsa Community Foundation). Financial support for enrichment opportunities this summer is coming from Tulsa’s philanthropic community. Leaders will be required to submit a W9 and your 1099 will come from Tulsa Community Foundation.