21st Century Program Aid/Specialist- Lexington 1

Be GREAT Academy; Pelion (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Be GREAT Academy seeks a part-time Program Specialist to plan, implement, and supervise after-school activities at Forts Pond Elementary School. The role emphasizes safety, program quality, and positive youth development, with bi-lingual English/Spanish skills as a plus.

Typical hours are Monday-Thursday, 2 pm–6 pm, up to four hours per day, with salary at $15.50 per hour. Applicants must have a High School Diploma/GED or higher and 6 months to 2 years of program delivery experience.

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to deal effectively with staff, youth, parents, and community partners.
• Knowledge of youth development and program delivery.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote Core Values.
• Implement Curriculum.
• Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise programs and activities.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Design displays and bulletin boards promoting program areas.
• Assist in the execution of national projects and exhibits.
• Mentor and inspire youth, adults and volunteers in the creative process.
• Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance and program results.
• Mandatory First Aid/CPR.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Youth development

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma/GED or college degree

Job description

Classification: Part-time; Monday-Thursday between the hours of 2 pm-6 pm; up to 4 hours a day; $15.50 an hour; summer hours vary.

Program Specialist positions are available at the following sites in the Lex 1 area:

• Forts Pond Elementary School

General Function:

Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise activities and programs. Promote safety of members, quality of programs and appearance of the Club at all times. Program Specialist/Aid Subs will only report to work when needed to sites in their selected region.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to deal effectively with staff, youth, parents, local community leaders, schools and churches
• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of youth development.
• BI-LINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH A PLUS
• Understand the Clubs' philosophy, vision, and goals
• Ability to establish and cultivate positive relationships with youth

Minimum Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED or college degree. 6 months to 2 years program delivery experience. (Hourly rate depends on level of education/experience)

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate and promote Core Values
• Implement Curriculum
• Plan, implement, facilitate, and supervise programs and activities
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members
• Design colorful and informative displays and bulletin boards promoting program areas
• Assist in the execution of national projects and exhibits
• Mentor and inspire youth, adults and volunteers in the creative process
• Keep records of participants, schedules, attendance and program results
• Mandatory First Aid/CPR
• Other duties as assigned

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Ability to get along with diverse personalities while at all times displaying tact, maturity and flexibility. Physical requirements include sight, hearing, standing for up to four hours per day, and ability to implement programs. Skills essential for success include speaking, writing and knowledge of the computer.

Environment & Working Conditions:

After school/Recreational settings that include being in/out doors. Occasional weekend and evening work to support organization's fundraising events and activities.