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Education Specialist - Clinton Community Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE TENNESSEE VALLEY -
Clinton, TN

Job Details

Part-time

Qualifications

Student supervision
CPR Certification
Staff supervision
Microsoft Excel
Parent collaboration
High school diploma or GED
First Aid Certification
Working with students
Instructor-led training (training delivery method)
Parent communication in school administration
After-school program experience
Productivity software
School staff supervision
Classroom behavior management
Strategic partnerships
Course design
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Working with youth
Youth program management

Full Job Description

The Boys & Girls Club of the TN Valley Clinton Community Center is in need of a part-time Education Specialist. If you are interested in "dipping your toes in as a college student majoring in education" or someone who enjoys assisting children to enable better educational outcomes you need to apply-NOW!

The Education Specialist is responsible for enabling youth to become proficient in basic educational disciplines, applying learning to everyday situations and embracing technology.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Program Development and Implementation

Plans, develops, evaluates and oversees implementation of educational activities such as 21st Century, LEAP, Power Hour and other services that prepare youth for success
Monitors educational delivery and works with education staff to plan and implement improvements
Implements and oversees Project Learn philosophies and High Yield Learning activities throughout the Club
Communicates with Club staff, members and partner agencies to ensure understanding of tutoring, homework help, and educational learning opportunities

Establishes and maintains educational program goals and settings that ensure the health and safety of members
Tutors youth when needed ensuring that all youth have received assistance with homework

Strategic Planning

Ensures the evaluation of educational programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs

Resource Management

Controls educational program and activity expenditures within approved budget
Monitors educational program areas and provides constructive feedback to staff with regard to program delivery and member guidance and discipline
Trains and guides education instructors to ensure an environment that promotes the physical, intellectual, social and emotional well-being of youth, that incorporates guidance and discipline principles and that insures understanding of designated programs
Consults with parents about member issues
Implements and manages all required grants including completing monthly reports

Partnership Development

Develops a good relationship with the schools and teachers to ensure youth are learning required materials
Recruits volunteers as needed to ensure enough help to assist with tutoring and homework help

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Visits schools and meets with teachers regularly
Completes training as required by licensing agency: 24 hours of training the first year of employment and 18 hours each additional year
Oversees special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participates in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary
Manages Club in absence of the Club and Program Director
Plans and coordinates field trips

INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Dependability – proven ability to complete all tasks as assigned in an organized manner
Ensures appropriate responses to all organizational correspondence using brand appropriate language and logos
Dedication to service – demonstrated regular Attendance/Punctuality and an ability to learn and develop new skills
Commitment and attitude that personifies a positive attitude at all times and the ability to multi-task
Professionalism in appearance, ensuring that dress is professional and appropriate for function/situation based on organizational dress code policies

Specific Individual measurable outcomes as determined by supervisor

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

High School Diploma/ GED Required
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
A minimum of two year’s work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people, or equivalent experience
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
Thorough knowledge of youth development theory and the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to supervise and motivate staff
Ability to deal effectively with members including discipline problems
Demonstrated ability in working with young people, parents and community leaders
Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Must be able to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more
Must be able to move quickly to keep up with youth

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Strategic Planning

Resource Management

Partnership Development

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY:

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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