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Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Education Specialist - Walter P. Taylor

Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955

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Location: Walter P Taylor - Knoxville, TN

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Walter P is in need of a part-time Education Director. If you are interested in "dipping your toes in as a college student majoring in education" or someone who enjoys assisting children to enable better educational outcomes you need to apply-NOW!

The

Education Director

is responsible for enabling youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, applying learning to everyday situations and embracing technology.

Responsibilities

Program Development and Implementation

Plans, develops, evaluates and oversees implementation of educational activities such as 21st Century, LEAP, Power Hour and other services that prepare youth for success

Monitors educational delivery and works with education staff to plan and implement improvements

Implements and oversees Project Learn philosophies and High Yield Learning activities throughout the Club

Communicates with Club staff, members and partner agencies to ensure understanding of tutoring, homework help, and educational learning opportunities

Establishes and maintains educational program goals

Establishes and maintains educational program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members

Tutors youth when needed ensuring that all youth have received assistance with homework

Strategic Planning

Ensures the evaluation of educational programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs

Resource Management

Controls educational program and activity expenditures within approved budget

Monitors educational program areas and provides constructive feedback to staff with regard to program delivery and member guidance and discipline

Trains and guides education instructors to ensure an environment that promotes the physical, intellectual, social and emotional well-being of youth, that incorporates guidance and discipline principles and that insures understanding of designated programs

Consults with parents about member issues

Implements and manages all required grants including completing monthly reports

Partnership Development

Develops a good relationship with the schools and teachers to ensure youth are learning required materials

Recruits volunteers as needed to ensure enough help to assist with tutoring and homework help

Additional Responsibilities

Visits schools and meets with teachers regularly

Completes training as required by licensing agency: 24 hours of training the first year of employment and 18 hours each additional year

Oversees special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participates in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary

Manages Club in absence of the Club and Program Director

Plans and coordinates field trips

Individual Responsibility

Dependability – proven ability to complete all tasks as assigned in an organized manner

Ensures appropriate responses to all organizational correspondence using brand appropriate language and logos

Dedication to service – demonstrated regular Attendance/Punctuality and an ability to learn and develop new skills

Commitment and attitude that personifies a positive attitude at all times and the ability to multi-task

Professionalism in appearance, ensuring that dress is professional and appropriate for function/situation based on organizational dress code policies

Specific Individual measurable outcomes as determined by supervisor

Qualifications SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

High School Diploma/ GED Required

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

A minimum of two year’s work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects

Thorough knowledge of youth development theory and the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs

Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Proficiency of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to supervise and motivate staff

Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems

Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders

Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Must be able to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more

Must be able to move quickly to keep up with youth

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