Youth Development Professional- Mount Pleasant (School Year)

Boys & Girls Club of Maury County; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 17,908 - 19,286; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Boys & Girls Club of Maury County is seeking staff to implement hands-on programs for youth from K-12, focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character. You will read lesson plans, prepare materials, supervise activities, and maintain a safe, engaging environment for young people.

Responsibilities include leading groups, mentoring youth, and collaborating with peers to ensure enjoyable, educational experiences while meeting organizational goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Some experience with children; previous Boys & Girls Club experience preferred.
• Able to relate to youth and keep activities FUN.
• Strong teamwork, patience and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on youth programs supporting Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character outcomes.
• Prepare youth for success and execute club activities under supervision.
• Read lesson plans, prep materials, and set up daily activities.
• Maintain safe, controlled environment and provide feedback.
• Record attendance and complete timesheets on time.
• Oversee special programs and events as needed.

Skills

Youth development

Teaching/mentoring

Classroom management

Teamwork

Reliability/punctuality

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