Qualifications:

Ability to be trained in First Aid/CPR

Must have a background in or pursuing a degree in elementary education or a related field.

Prior experience working with children preferred

Pursuit or possession of teaching certificate preferred

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently and as a team

Ability to pass reference and background checks

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Standing or walking for up to 8 hours a day

Pushing or lifting of up to 50lbs

Ability to handle high noise levels for extended periods of time

Responsibilities:

Develop programs and coordinate activities related to literacy

Develop supportive relationships with club members

Respond to communications promptly

Ensure programming follows requirements as outlined by ESSER and BGCPC

Promote and stimulate reading program participation

Work with Club members to ensure that there is a productive work environment

Ensure that all programs and activities occur daily as scheduled

Ensure an appropriate number of youth participate in each program

Able to facilitate On the Spot Fun activities when needed

Ensure all programs are safe & meaningful

Provide guidance and role modeling to Club members

Ensure participation numbers are tracked for each activity

Assist in collecting outcome data when requested

Assist in maintaining a clean, neat and properly equipped program area

Assist in keeping program supplies organized and maintained to limit wasted resources

Assist in making sure that the overall Club environment is safe and inviting for all Club Members

Encourage kids to assist in cleaning the Club