Be a part of building great futures with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South!
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is the preeminent youth development organization in Southeastern Massachusetts, serving more than 2,500 youth annually from infancy to adulthood from nearly 50 zip codes at our Clubhouses in Brockton and Taunton, 100-acre Camp Riverside property, and at several community extension sites across the region. BGCMS is fueled by a critical mission "to nurture strong minds, healthy bodies and community spirit through youth-driven, high-impact programming in safe and fun environments" to ensure that every child in need of support, opportunity, and belonging has a positive place to spend their out-of-school hours. We hold an intrinsic belief that every child deserves an equal chance to pursue the American Dream – to have a genuine opportunity to realize their full potential to achieve a great future.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is hiring for a Partner Teacher in our 21st Century Community Learning Center located in our Taunton Clubhouse. The Partner Teacher is responsible for providing classroom facilitation and direct academic instruction/intervention embedded into the afterschool experience. This role works in tandem with Club Leadership and Youth Development Professionals to provide direct services to students though engaging, project-based curriculums and activities based on outcomes prescribed by the 21st Century Community Learning Center grant.
Hours / Schedule:
Monday - Thursday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Implement project-based curricula and activities to meet outcomes as prescribed by 21st CCLC grant agreement
- Utilize formal assessment data to refine and adapt curriculum lessons and inform instructional practices to meet the needs of enrolled members
- Develop daily engaging lesson plans aligned to specific learning objectives utilizing a variety of instructional methods
- Assist in maintaining the necessary records involving attendance and assessment data
- Maintain an organized and efficient classroom space during program hours
- Create a positive, achievement-oriented, organized, and engaging learning environment
- Implement collaborative co-teaching instructional strategies to support the success of Club Youth Development Professionals
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and program staff
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Minimum of one-year teaching experience in an urban public school with (elementary / middle school / K–8) youth
- Certified as a teacher of Math and/or English
- Either a valid state teaching certification or currently working towards it
- Previous and relevant experience in utilizing and implementing data-driven instructional practices
- Exemplary communication skills (written and verbal) are needed, including the ability to present in front of large groups, interact with and motivate stakeholders, represent the organization at community events and meetings, and write professionally in emails, etc.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people (staff, families, youth, etc.) and a track record of building and sustaining meaningful relationships with individuals and teams from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Commitment to professionalism including high expectations and standards of quality, a strong work ethic and personal code of ethics, accountability, and dependability.
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to set effective objectives for teams and individuals and take ownership for results.
- Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
- Willing to provide instruction during daily programming times and occasional night and weekend hours. This position does not provide for remote work options.
- Certifications: As outlined in BGCMS Training Academy upon hire or within allocated training timelines.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CORE COMPETENCIES:
Engaging Community: Builds bridges beyond our walls to ensure our Clubs’ work is community-focused, welcoming of all, and providing wide-reaching community benefits.
Inclusion: Values all people (members, families, staff, volunteers, donors, partners, etc.) for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, equity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
Communication & Influence: Listens to understand and expresses self effectively (in written and verbal communications) in ways which engage, inspire, inform, and build commitment to our mission.
Program/Project Management: Ensures program/project budgetary and impact goals are achieved.
Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Clubs’ work and impact in the community and on members.
Developing Self & Others: Develops self (skills and actions) and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
Teamwork & Cooperation: Demonstrates ability to work productively and cooperatively with others at all levels to achieve individual and collective goals for impact. Understands and manages external emotions effectively in all situations.
We are seeking a dynamic, creative educator who thrives in non-traditional settings. If you are a lifelong learner and would love to help our Clubhouse kids thrive in project-based activities, we'd love to hear from you!
DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. All offers are contingent upon passing a thorough background check including a CORI, SORI and National Criminal History Background check. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro South is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you a certified teacher in Math and/or English? Please specify.
Education:
Experience:
- teaching K-8: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Taunton, MA 02780 (Required)
Work Location: In person
