What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Program Instructor: Baton Rouge position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana, Inc.?
Description
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Youth Program Instructor plans, implements and supervises members, and evaluates activities and outcomes within a specific program area, supporting our priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Prepare Youth for Success
1. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
promote and stimulate program participation, especially for teens;
register new members and participate in their Club orientation process; and
provide guidance and role modeling to members.
Program Development and Implementation
2. Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for drop-in members and visitors.
3. Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure Club and child safety, quality programs and good appearance of the branch at all times. Track and assess outcomes through periodic activity reports.
Supervision
4. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly branch staff meetings.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. May participate in special programs and/or events.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/ instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.
External: Maintain contact with external community groups, schools, members' parents and others to assist in resolving problems.
Schedule*
Monday- Friday
12:00PM- 6:00PM
Requirements
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in leading children
• Knowledge of mentoring youth
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behaviors
• Ability to speak publicly
• Ability to plan and implement quality academic and enrichment programs for youth
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment
• Valid State Driver’s License
Salary : $12