Youth Development Professional- Hampshire Unit School

Boys & Girls Club of Maury County; Hampshire (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Boys & Girls Club of Maury County is seeking a part-time youth programs facilitator to deliver hands-on activities for K-12 students, aligned with our three priority outcomes: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship.

You will read lesson plans, prep materials, supervise groups, maintain safety, track attendance, and coordinate with site staff across Pulaski, Woodard, Spring Hill, and Mount Pleasant Teen Center.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Experience with children; prior Boys & Girls Club or similar preferred.
• Ability to relate to youth and manage a classroom while ensuring activities are FUN.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on programs for youth focusing on Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character.
• Read lesson plans and prepare materials in advance.
• Maintain safety and proper conduct; enforce discipline per policy.
• Record attendance and complete timesheets on time.
• Oversee special programs or events as needed.
• May drive Club van or authorized vehicle periodically.

Skills

Youth development

Classroom management

Teamwork

Punctuality

Reliability

Activity supervision

Education

High School diploma

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• Responsible for executing hands-on programs with youth focused on achieving 3 priority outcomes: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Citizenship. Positions are available for all age groups, K-12th graders.
• Prepare Youth for Success
• Execute Club programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes, under the guidance of the Unit Director and Program Outcomes Directors
• Facilitate fun and educational activities with kids, staying consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Read lesson plans, lay out materials in advance, and perform other tasks to prepare for day-to-day program activities.
• Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).
• Maintain control of the group. Demonstrate leadership to ensure proper conduct, safety, and
  development of members. Implement discipline procedures when needed in accordance with the organization's discipline policy.
• Form positive relationships with youth. Mentor, coach, and encourage them to believe in themselves and their dreams. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate conduct at all times.
• Keep members safe by following and enforcing all child safety policies and procedures in effect at your Club site.
• Facility Maintenance
• Ensure program areas are clean, safe, well ventilated and well-lit.
• Make sure Club equipment is maintained in good working condition.
• Clean your area at the end of each day.
• Record Keeping
• Take accurate attendance for each activity.
• Turn in timesheets and other required paperwork on time

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards
  Programs), and/or participate in the implementation of other club activities as necessary.
• May be required to drive Club van or authorized automobile periodically.
• May consult with parents concerning member and Club issues
• Must work with predetermined group partner and be able to work as a team player with all peers.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma
• Some experience working with children is required. Previous experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities with groups of young people is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to relate to young people and control a classroom, while also making sure activities are FUN for the youth.
• Teamwork skills, patience, and creativity are a must.
• Must be reliable and punctual-kids will be counting on you! Must show up on time and be ready to give them your full attention.

DISCLAIMER:

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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week

Summer Hours: 25 or more

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4-hour shift (Summer 4-8 hour shift)
• After school ( Summer 7am-6pm)
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

In person

Urgent Sites:

Pulaski

Woodard

Spring Hill

Mount Pleasant Teen Center