Youth Development Associate

If you are available andwant experienceworking with youth, we would love to have you apply at our Norwood Elementary Club for a Youth Development Associate. The position reports to Ms. Taylor Gideon. The pay is $14.50/hour and if you enjoy working with youth in a growing club, this is your opportunity!

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.

Qualifications

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!