Program Leader

Job Description: Program Leader

Reports to: Director of Programs, After School Program Coordinator

Summary: The Program Leader position assists the Director of Youth and Community Programs in the planning, organization and implementation of a quality youth tutoring program for The Village and Lighthouse Community Learning Center programs. Works with youth between the ages of 5-18 in accordance with the Mission Statement of the Turner Foundation and CLC programs.

Community Learning Centers’:

Mission Statement - We serve a diverse community by providing an after-school program where youth receive academic support and a variety of enrichment activities necessary for holistic development.

Vision Statement – To produce the next generation of independent thinkers who believe “I can.”

Essential Functions and Job Duties:

• Empathetically listen and communicate for understanding. Build relationships to create small communities. Provide participants with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.
• Plan with supervisor and implement quality programming which includes, but is not limited to tutoring, sports, nutrition, art, crafts, dance, music, etc.
• Assist in planning and implementation of a quality program in accordance with the policies and philosophies of The Turner Foundation.
• Maintain proper control using constructive methods, keeping in mind each child’s individual needs.
• Plans, prepares, implements, and evaluates activities on a monthly basis.
• Assist in maintaining general cleanliness in the Community Learning Centers.
• Attends all staff meetings and trainings when applicable.
• Maintain a professional attitude with parents, staff, tenants, and children at all times.
• Continue professional growth through dialogue with supervisor and staff.
• Completes other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
• Actively participates and supports parent involvement activities.
• Lead by example to provide safe and effective program service.
• Have FUN!

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively with youth, teens, adults, staff, and supervisor
• Experience working with youth/teens in a recreation and/or educational setting
• First Aid and CPR Certifications
• Must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential duties of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth, teens, adults, staff, and supervisor.
• Experience working with youth/teens in a recreation and/or educational setting.

Effect on End-Results

• Program Leader to plan, implements, and carry out programming with students.
• Program Leader to ensure safe program space for staff and participants by an incident-free school year.
• Program Leader to ensure clear communication to supervisor, parents, and participants.
• Program Leader will exercise use of good judgement and competence in implementing stated needs, objectives, and interests of The Turner Foundation.

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Details:

• Part-time position.
• Between 20-25hrs per week
• General Job Hours (subject to change) - Monday-Friday: 2pm - 7pm
• Pay range: $18-20 per hour

** This job description in no way implies that the essential duties described are the only responsibilities. The employee will be required to follow and additional instruction and/or perform and additional work requested by their supervisor. Employees are expected to positively promote The Turner Foundation’s Mission and when called upon, assist in all Fundraising opportunities and special events.

The Turner Foundation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Mission Statement

“The Mission of the Turner Foundation is to provide safe and affordable housing, as well as programs and services that will improve the quality of life for The Village residents and the surrounding community.”

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20