Education Specialist - Alcoa Club

Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Tennessee Valley; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Tennessee Valley seeks an Education Specialist for the Alcoa Club in Alcoa, TN. This part-time role focuses on enabling youth to excel in basic educational disciplines and applying learning to daily life, including technology use.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and a preference for a bachelor’s degree, with experience in youth education. The position involves program development, monitoring, budgeting, and collaboration with staff and schools to provide

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field preferred.
• Minimum two years’ work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar setting with youth.
• Knowledge of curriculum design, teaching methods, and youth development theory.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee educational activities (e.g., 21st Century, LEAP, Power Hour).
• Monitor and improve educational delivery with staff.
• Coordinate tutoring and homework help with clubs and partner schools.
• Manage budgets and procure resources for educational programs.
• Train and supervise education instructors to support youth well-being.

Education

High School Diploma/ GED Required

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Alcoa Club - Alcoa, TN 37701Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: High School

Our Alcoa Club is in need of a part-time Education Director. If you are interested in "dipping your toes in as a college student majoring in education" or someone who enjoys assisting children to enable better educational outcomes

Education Specialist

The Education Specialist is responsible for enabling youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, applying learning to everyday situations and embracing technology.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Program Development and Implementation

• Plans, develops, evaluates and oversees implementation of educational activities such as 21st Century, LEAP, Power Hour and other services that prepare youth for success
• Monitors educational delivery and works with education staff to plan and implement improvements
• Implements and oversees Project Learn philosophies and High Yield Learning activities throughout the Club
• Communicates with Club staff, members and partner agencies to ensure understanding of tutoring, homework help, and educational learning opportunities

Strategic Planning

• Ensures the evaluation of educational programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs

Resource Management

• Controls educational program and activity expenditures within approved budget
• Monitors educational program areas and provides constructive feedback to staff with regard to program delivery and member guidance and discipline
• Trains and guides education instructors to ensure an environment that promotes the physical, intellectual, social and emotional well-being of youth, that incorporates guidance and discipline principles and that insures understanding of designated programs
• Consults with parents about member issues
• Implements and manages all required grants including completing monthly reports

Partnership Development

• Develops a good relationship with the schools and teachers to ensure youth are learning required materials
• Recruits volunteers as needed to ensure enough help to assist with tutoring and homework help

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Visits schools and meets with teachers regularly
• Completes training as required by licensing agency: 24 hours of training the first year of employment and 18 hours each additional year
• Oversees special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participates in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary
• Manages Club in absence of the Club and Program Director
• Plans and coordinates field trips

INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY:

• Dependability – proven ability to complete all tasks as assigned in an organized manner
• Ensures appropriate responses to all organizational correspondence using brand appropriate language and logos
• Dedication to service – demonstrated regular Attendance/Punctuality and an ability to learn and develop new skills
• Commitment and attitude that personifies a positive attitude at all times and the ability to multi-task
• Professionalism in appearance, ensuring that dress is professional and appropriate for function/situation based on organizational dress code policies
• Specific Individual measurable outcomes as determined by supervisor

Qualifications SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma/ GED Required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• A minimum of two year’s work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
• Thorough knowledge of youth development theory and the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficiency of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff
• Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems
• Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Must be able to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more
• Must be able to move quickly to keep up with youth