Youth Development Associate - Walter P Taylor

Boys-; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley at the Walter P Taylor location is seeking a Part-Time Youth Development Associate to lead hands-on activities and create meaningful experiences for youth. You’ll plan activities, supervise program areas, and collaborate with staff to ensure safe, engaging environments.

Responsibilities include posting weekly plans, promoting participation, and supporting volunteers while maintaining club cleanliness and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of experience with youth preferred.
• Must pass local, state, and national criminal background checks.
• Must pass initial drug screening and subsequent drug tests.
• CPR Certification offered post-hire by the organization.

Responsibilities

• Post weekly plans for parents/guardians and youth.
• Encourage full participation in activities.
• Identify alternative activities that align 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.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state and company standards.
• Provide meals to youth per USDA standards.
• Provide mild disciplinary action to youth.
• Supervise youth on school buses.
• Attend Club programs, activities, field trips, and other events.
• Create bulletin boards for youth.
• Orient volunteers to the Club, youth, and service opportunities.
• Oversee volunteers serving within the Club.

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Collaboration

Lesson plan adaptation

Safety supervision

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Make a real difference while having fun and staying creative at the Walter P Taylor 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 Walter P Taylor, 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 Walter P Taylor. 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!