Educators - Are you looking for your next employment opportunity? We have a great group of kids who are just waiting for a positive role model who is interested in STEM to come into their lives. Our learning center, which takes up 3 rooms in a wing of our facility, is a vibrant place that is full of tools and equipment that can be used to engage the minds of young people. Our goal is to provide a place where all of the fun experiments and activities that public schools no longer have time for can take place every day after school. If you have a strong imagination and if you like variety in your day and control over your curriculum, this would be a great spot for you.

The position is year round and includes 40 hours per week. Full time hours include mostly weekday afternoons with some early evening time included in the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Pay is $42,000 to $46,000 based on experience and skill set. Start date: late June 2021. Health Insurance from Allways and Dental Insurance from Delta is available and is 80% employer funded, Life Insurance and Short and Long Term Disability are 100% employer funded. 5% employer funded pension is available after 1 year. 2 weeks paid vacation is provided along with a generous allotment of personal and sick time

In addition to hands on teaching and homework assistance in a variety of subjects, the Education Coordinator plans a balanced curriculum featuring activities and programs that foster the educational development and exploration of children and teens ages 6 to 18. Good candidates have a teaching background who share interest in the types of things children are excited by. They must also care deeply about inspiring and enabling young people to reach their full potential. The Club features a fast paced environment that puts you in close proximity to the kids and families and enables you to craft experiences for young people based on the areas and disciplines that are of most interest to you.

Join a dedicated, hard-working team that is committed to creating great futures for young people.

A. Core Competencies

• Experience tutoring small and large groups of children ages 6-18
• The ability to work well as a part of a team and communicate effectively with other staff members and parents;
• Must be trustworthy, responsible, enthusiastic, creative, energetic and dependable;
• Must demonstrate strong organizational skills and time management efficiency and be able to balance many tasks at one time;
• Can effectively supervise support staff, volunteers and interns and evaluate their skills;
• Must be able to maintain a clean and safe environment;
• Demonstrates creativity and persistence in problem-solving and designing program content;
• Has a good understanding of child developmental needs of elementary and middle school age children.
• Is technology and STEM savvy

Benefits package includes: generous health coverage, dental, life insurance, short & long term disability, pension after 1 year. 2 weeks paid vacation and a generous allotment of personal and sick time

Job Functions

• Assist in the promotion and interpretation of the Club philosophies, methods and accomplishments as it relates to programming.
• Provide employment, health, life skills and training opportunities to Club members using needs-based and interest-based programs.
• Assist with the promotion and implementation of all other program initiatives that reinforce a positive self-identity.
• Participate in Club staff and advisory meetings to ensure members interests and concerns are addressed in a manner consistent with, and in conformance with, the mission and policies of the Boys & Girls Club of Newton.
• Serve as a positive adult role model at all Club, local and national events.
• Assist with any additional projects as assigned by Club management.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in Club's employee handbook and elsewhere.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of three years working with children and adolescents, with at least one year of program management experience, preferably in designing and implementing programs for club members.

Abilities

• Excellent human relations, verbal and written communications skills.
• Have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and the Internet.
• Ability to collaborate with other community-based organizations and social service agencies.
• Knowledge of programs and resources available to create a well-rounded program and the ability to establish positive peer working relationships.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Physical requirements include: sight, hearing, standing for more than four hours each day, other physical requirements needed to complete essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned. Necessary mental requirements include: concentration and focus on outreach and membership objectives.

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person