Story Works Teaching Fellow (Open until filled, part-time)

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Job Overview/Contractual Details:

Teaching Fellows with the Story Works program are dedicated to creating safe, supportive spaces where Alaskan youth can explore and share their stories. Fellows guide students through two-week storytelling workshops and help foster connection and self-expression.

Fellows collaborate to lead Story Works programming, serve as role models for students, and represent the program and the Forum within the Anchorage School District. Under the supervision of the Youth Program Manager, Fellows build supportive relationships with youth, facilitate workshop activities, and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment. The role also involves coordinating with volunteers, preparing workshop materials, and supporting related programming.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Story Works or similar programming and a passion for education or positive youth development.

Keys to Success

• Self-starter who shows initiative and is eager to support youth as they explore their stories
• Professional and able to work in support of youth while also respecting adult-youth boundaries.
• Strong work ethic and ability to multitask.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and maintain relationships with partners and volunteers.
  

Position Requirements

This position will occasionally involve transportation of materials (up to 30 lbs) into schools and events. These materials can be placed in a rolling cart for ease of transportation.

Conditions of Employment

Status: Temporary Part-Time

• Flexible schedule depending on programming and individual needs. Expected to average approximately 10 hours per week.
• Ability to satisfactorily pass a background check
• End Date: December 31, 2026
• Compensation: $20 per hour

Contact for Questions:

For questions about this position, contact Eiden Pospisil at epospisil@akhf.org or (907)770-8403

At the Alaska Humanities Forum, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Note: Successful candidates must pass a background check before hiring.