Jr. Youth Development Professional - Music Studio

Boys-; Glasgow Pines (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is seeking a Jr. Youth Development Professional to support a school-age childcare program for ages 6–12, under the IPT and Club Director. The role emphasizes safety, program delivery across core areas, positive role modeling, and adherence to Delacare rules and BGCDE policies.

Typical hours include after-school shifts 3:00PM–6:00PM during the school year and 7:00AM–6:00PM in summer, with up to 25–40 hours weekly possible depending on openings and events.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have own transportation and ability to travel to events.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with current Delacare rules for school-age centers.
• Assist in delivering age-appropriate programs and activities for children ages 6–12.
• Maintain safe program operation including equipment, facilities, and weather considerations.
• Serve as a positive role model for children at all times.
• Adhere to Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware policies and Delaware STARS.
• Take on additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Transportation

Travel to events

Job description

Position:Jr. Youth Development Professional - Music Studio

Location: 109 Glasgow Dr.

Newark, DE

Job Id:2182

# of Openings:2

About Us

For over 90 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.

Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need toknow they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the IPT (Impact Programs Team) and assigned Club Director, the Jr. Youth Development Professional is responsible for assisting with the effective operation of a quality school-age childcare program that complies with current Delacare rules for school-age centers.

Essential Functions

• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for school age childcare centers; address non-compliance issues as needed or directed.
• Assist Childcare/Program Director in effectively delivering a variety of age-appropriate programs and activities, which reflect Boys & Girls Club’s five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy, for children ages 6 – 12.
• Help ensure safe implementation of all programs and activities. This involves but is not limited to condition of equipment and facilities; age-appropriateness; ability levels; weather; appropriate use of equipment and supplies.
• Present yourself as a positive role model for children at all times.
• Consistently adhere to the policies and practices of BGCDE.
• Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Club in the community.
• Consistently adhere to the policies and practices of Delaware STARS.
• Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Must be at least 18 (eighteen) years of age or older.
• Must have their own transportation and the ability to travel to events.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environmental and working conditions vary from indoors to outdoors; various meeting locations in and out of the Club; occasional statewide travel (e.g. training). Employees are subject to transfer from one department to another and from one club/school site to another as the needs of the organization change.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly speak clearly and hear the spoken word.
• Frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing room for instruction.
• Typically bends, stoops, walks and sometimes runs on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day.
• Maintain a high energy level.
• Be comfortable working with children ages 5-14 in varying levels of physical activity.

WORK HOURS:

School Year: Monday to Friday, 3:00PM to 6:00PM, may be required to work full day shifts on school closing days

Summer hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00AM to 6:00PM. Typically scheduled to work 7 to 8 hour shifts each day with some flexibility.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.