Youth Development Associate - Ellen Myers Primary School

Boys-; Harrogate (TN); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is seeking a Part-Time Youth Development Associate at Ellen Myers Primary School. You will plan activities, lead hands-on sessions, and foster curiosity, learning, and connection among youth.

Responsibilities include planning weekly activities, ensuring safety, supervising buses, coordinating volunteers, and providing meals per USDA standards. A high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years with youth are preferred; background checks and drug screening are

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age and eligible to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of experience with youth preferred.
• Must pass local, state, and national background checks and drug screening.
• CPR certification offered post-hire by the organization.

Responsabilités

• Post weekly plans for parents/guardians and youth.
• Encourage full participation in activities.
• Identify alternative activities that match weekly lesson plans.
• Supervise and monitor program areas to ensure safety.
• Attend staff meetings and collaborate with Club team.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization per standards.
• Provide meals to youth per USDA standards.
• Deliver mild disciplinary action when needed.
• Supervise youth on school buses.
• Attend programs, field trips, and events.
• Create bulletin boards for youth.
• Orient volunteers to the Club and opportunities.
• Oversee volunteers serving within the Club.

Connaissances

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Youth engagement

Physical lifting

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Make a real difference while having fun and staying creative at the Ellen Myers Primary School location of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley! We’re looking for passionate, high-energy individuals aged 18+ who are excited to positively impact the lives of children. As a Part-Time Youth Development Associate, you’ll help shape meaningful experiences, leading hands-on activities that spark imagination, learning, and connection beyond the traditional classroom.This is more than just a job. It’s a chance to bring your ideas to life in an environment that celebrates curiosity and community. At Ellen Myers Primary School, you’ll join a supportive team that values creativity, teamwork, and the power of play. Whether you’re planning a game, guiding a project, or encouraging a breakthrough moment, you’ll be building lasting memories for kids and for yourself.If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire with purpose, and be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on our team in Ellen Myers Primary School. Let’s create powerful moments of growth, laughter, and discovery together. Here are a list of job duties for the role:Post weekly plans for parents/guardians and youth.Encourage full participation in activities.Identify alternative activities that correspond with weekly lesson plans to promote full participation.Supervise and monitor program areas to ensure safety of members.Participate in staff meetings and collaborate with Club team.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state and company standards.Provide meals to youth per United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards.Provide mild disciplinary action to youth.Supervise youth on school busses.Attend Club programs, activities, field trips, and other special events.Create bulletin boards for youth.Orient volunteers to the Club, youth, and service opportunities. Oversee volunteers serving within the Club.SKILLS & ABILITIES:Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook)Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent conflict resolution skills.Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations.Ability to effectively collaborate, staff, directors, youth, and the community.Ability to meet the needs of youth of all ages and backgrounds and to modify lesson plans to meet individual needs.Efficiently use standard office equipment such as printers, fax machines, and phonesAbility to lift and move up to 40 pounds.Ability to remain active and energetic for 6+ hours.REQUIREMENTS:18+ years of ageHigh school diploma or GED required1-2 years of experience with youth preferredMust pass local, state, and national criminal background checksMust pass initial drug screening and subsequent drug testsCPR Certification (certification offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley post-hire)Passion for children!