Position Summary:

Program Oversight and Employee Management in the absence of the Program Director, Curriculum Development, Activity Facilitation, and Classroom Management.

Responsibilities:

• Provide program oversight in absence of the program director as needed.
• Attend bi-weekly strategic planning sessions with the Program Director and program staff.
• Support recruitment and outreach efforts for participant recruitment and retention.
• Conduct outreach to parents of participants, as needed.
• Produce mandated program reports, including outcomes and attendance as needed.
• Prepare classroom and program spaces for activities.
• Plan and implement weekly lesson plans related to social-emotional, educational, and recreational activities.
• Lead workshops for the program in at least one of the following disciplines:
• Sports, technology, leadership, performing arts (dance, theater, etc.), prevention, visual arts, or STEAM.
• Assist in workshops and activities to support activity specialists, tutors, and program partners to address inappropriate behavior and classroom management.
• Lead project-based, theme-related activities and prepare participants for quarterly presentations, showcases, and performances.
• Escort participants out of school and off-premises to ensure safety during dismissal.
• Engage participants and support school staff during the school day as assigned.
• Support hall monitoring as needed.
• Plan, attend, and escort participants on trips.
• Participate in special events and staff meetings.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field AND Two years of direct experience working with children under 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work;
• (OR) School Age Child Care Credential or other Office recognized credential specific to the school-age developmental period. AND Two years of direct experience working with children under 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work;
• (OR) Two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field, and two years of direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a child care program or related field of work.
• Successful completion of background and criminal record check, fingerprinting check, and reference check required.
• Expertise in several of the following areas: gang involvement prevention, teenage pregnancy prevention, addiction prevention, bullying, and peer and dating violence prevention.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong verbal and public speaking skills.
• Strong written, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and constantly changing environment.
• The ability to perform at a high level.
• Dedication to serving youth in an urban setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of the challenges facing youth in an urban setting.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes. Inspires, influences, and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlement’s goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents performance highlights and concerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones. Seeks and supports professional development opportunities for team members. Manages finances and budgets effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holds team accountable to the same standard