Program Aid/Specialist

Be GREAT Academy; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Be GREAT Academy in Columbia, SC seeks a part-time Program Specialist/Aid Sub to plan, implement, and supervise youth programs after school. Work days: Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 2pm–6:30pm, up to 4 hours per day; hourly rate $12–$12.50; summer hours vary.

Responsibilities include promoting safety, delivering curriculum, mentoring youth, maintaining records, and supporting national projects. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus; High School Diploma or higher preferred; 6 months to 2 years

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or higher is required.
• Ability to work with staff, youth, parents, community leaders.
• BI-LINGUAL IN ENGLISH/SPANISH A PLUS

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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Youth development knowledge

Bilingual EN/ES

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma/GED or higher

Job description

Classification Part time; Monday, Thursday, and Friday between the hours of 2pm-6:30pm; up to 4 hours a day; $12-$12.50 an hour; summer hours vary.

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.