If you are available andwant experienceworking with Pre-K through 5th grade youth, we would love to have you apply at our Lonsdale Elementary Club for a Youth Development Associate.
The pay is $15.
00/hour (approximately 20 hours per week) and if you enjoy working with youth in a new school, this is your opportunity! This positionwill report to the club director, Ms.
Alicia Lewis-Gallardo.
SUMMARY: The Part-Time Youth Development Associate implements exciting activities and lessons to youth to promote out-of-school learning opportunities in a fun and safe environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement programs and activities in areas such as tutoring, technology, games, health, recreation, arts and crafts, etc.
for youth of all ages.
Develop and follow weekly lesson plans under the direction of Program, Education, and Club Directors.
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 phones
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
Ability to remain active and energetic for 6+ hours.
REQUIREMENTS:
18+ years of age
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 (certification offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley post-hire)
Passion for children!