At Give a Chip, Inc., we believe meaningful change happens in small moments, shared consistently. Our programs use hands-on, food-based experiences as a bridge to connection, confidence, and emotional growth for students who benefit from supportive, relationship-centered learning.
When you join our team, you are not stepping into a one-off role. You are committing to show up, build trust, and guide students through a full learning journey. We invest in our educators and interns with training, mentorship, and feedback because the work you do matters. Together, we create safe, engaging spaces where students feel seen, supported, and capable of growth, one session at a time.
Positions Available:
Give a Chip, Inc.
After-School Educational Programs
Position Overview
Give a Chip, Inc. is seeking passionate, dependable educators to serve as Part-Time Teacher / Program Counselors for our after-school enrichment programs. This role is ideal for educators, counselors, or youth development professionals who value relationship-building, social-emotional learning, and creative, hands-on instruction.
Program Counselors are assigned to one program at a time and are expected to remain with the same student group for the full duration of that program, typically an 8-part series. While hours are not fixed weekly, consistency and commitment are essential to the success of our programs and the trust we build with students, families, and schools.
Multiple counselors may be contracted simultaneously, each leading separate program cohorts at different partner schools or community sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary instructor and counselor for a designated Give a Chip program series
- Facilitate engaging, age-appropriate lessons that integrate baking-based activities with social-emotional learning, life skills, and collaborative problem-solving
- Build positive, supportive relationships with students through consistent presence and reliable participation
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment
- Follow Give a Chip curriculum frameworks while adapting instruction to meet student needs
- Communicate professionally with Give a Chip staff and partner schools regarding scheduling, attendance, and program needs
- Complete basic documentation such as attendance logs and brief session reflections
Schedule & Commitment
- No fixed weekly schedule
- Counselors commit to one program series at a time
- Most programs consist of 8 sessions, with session length and frequency determined by the partner school
- Counselors must be available for all scheduled sessions for the duration of their assigned program, as outlined in their contract
- Afternoon and evening availability is a must
- Sessions only operate Monday – Thursday. No hours will be scheduled Friday – Sunday.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Experience working with children or adolescents in educational, counseling, or youth development settings
- Ability to pass a background check and any district-required screenings
- Strong communication, classroom management, and relationship-building skills
- Dependable, organized, and comfortable working independently
- Alignment with Give a Chip’s mission of fostering confidence, connection, and social-emotional growth through hands-on learning
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in education, school counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field
- Experience with after-school programs, enrichment programs, or small-group facilitation
- Familiarity with social-emotional learning (SEL), restorative practices, or experiential learning models
Compensation
- Part-time, contract-based position
- Compensation is program-based and outlined per assignment
Why Join Give a Chip?
- Meaningful work that directly supports students’ social and emotional development
- Flexible, project-based scheduling
- Opportunity to work in small groups where consistency and impact matter
- Supportive organization with clearly structured curricula and mission-driven goals
Give a Chip, Inc.
After-School Educational Programs
School-Year Internship | August–May
Position Overview
Give a Chip, Inc. is excited to offer a Program Counselor Internship for motivated individuals interested in education, counseling, youth development, or nonprofit work. This paid internship runs for the duration of the school year (August through May) and provides hands-on experience facilitating after-school enrichment programs that integrate baking-based activities with social-emotional learning.
Interns serve in the same functional role as Program Counselors, leading one program cohort at a time, while receiving training, mentorship, and structured feedback throughout the year. This position is ideal for students or emerging professionals seeking real-world experience in teaching, counseling, and group facilitation.
Applicants must be 18 years or older. A college degree is not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary instructor and counselor for assigned Give a Chip program cohorts
- Facilitate engaging, age-appropriate lessons that blend hands-on activities with social-emotional learning and life skills
- Commit to consistent attendance for the full duration of each assigned program series (typically 8 sessions)
- Build positive, supportive relationships with students through reliability and consistent presence
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment
- Follow Give a Chip curriculum frameworks while learning to adapt instruction to student needs
- Communicate professionally with Give a Chip staff and partner schools
- Complete basic documentation such as attendance tracking and session reflections
Training & Support
This internship includes:
- Initial training in teaching, facilitation, and counseling strategies
- Ongoing mentorship and feedback from Give a Chip leadership
- Opportunities to develop classroom management, communication, and youth engagement skills
- Exposure to nonprofit program implementation and school partnerships
Schedule & Commitment
- Internship term: August through May
- No fixed weekly schedule
- Interns are assigned to one program series at a time
- Most programs consist of 8 sessions, with session length and timing determined by partner schools
- Interns must commit to attending all scheduled sessions for each assigned program, as outlined in their agreement
Stipend
- $1,000 total stipend for the school year
- Paid in two installments:
- $500 in August
- $500 in January
- Stipend is contingent on continued participation and fulfillment of program commitments
Eligibility & Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Current students encouraged to apply
- Experience working with children or teens is helpful but not required
- Ability to pass a background check and any school or district-required screenings
- Dependable, organized, and comfortable working independently
- Strong interest in education, counseling, psychology, social work, or youth development
Why Intern with Give a Chip?
- Meaningful, hands-on experience working directly with students
- Structured mentorship and professional feedback
- Flexible, project-based scheduling compatible with student life
- Skill development applicable to education, counseling, nonprofit, and human services careers
- Opportunity to make a tangible impact in local schools and communities