TITLE: Middle School Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Programs
PROFILE SOURCE: Youth Development Professional
REPORTS TO: Branch Director/Teen Director
TYPE: Part-time, non-Exempt
HOURS: 24-26 hours per week; must be able to provide an open/consistent M-F schedule between the hours of 12:00PM to 6:00PM; must attend annual fundraiser on a Saturday in October
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena is a dynamic, innovative, youth-serving organization that is committed to helping all children build positive, lifelong memories, achieve their greatest potential, and inspire future generations. The Middle School Youth Development Professional’s primary responsibility is to ensure every middle school child has a safe, first-class after-school experience. This is done by acting as a positive, engaging adult role model, teacher, coach, and mentor. Professionals must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach, inspire, encourage, and impact. Professionals work directly with an assigned group of approximately 20-25 students. This is a part-time, non-exempt position.
Whether at a Branch Clubhouse or on a school campus site, the Middle School Youth Development Professional is responsible for the development and implementation of Middle School special programming. They will oversee the delivery of a broad range of programs within a designated Clubhouse or school-based site, such as Torch Club, STEM-Tech, arts and crafts, and health and wellness.
VALUES
All employees are expected to promote and adhere to Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena’s values: integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities)
Prepare Youth for Success
- Plan and oversee the administration of designated Club programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes.
- Oversee the provision of middle school program activities in accordance with established standards and goals
- Establish middle school program objectives that are consistent with organizational goals and mission
- Support and maintain programs that engage pre-teens and young teens in middle school socially, culturally, and intellectually and that reflect the diversity of the Club
- Following the guidelines of Boys & Girls Club of America’s Formula for Impact (FFI), provide an upbeat, fun, and safe out-of-school experience for tweens in grades 6th – 8th
- Ensure that members are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s)
- Demonstrate leadership to ensure good conduct, safety, and development of members
Strategic Plan
- Support the advancement and implementation of BGCP’s Strategic Plan goals
Commitment to Safety
- Contribute to environment of safety through the learning, implementation, and monitoring of all safety-related best practices, policies, and procedures
- Promote accountability to safety through consistent observation, adherence to all safety rules and practices and proactive communication among members, parents, peers, and leadership
- Approach behavior as communication by practicing positive reinforcement and implementing strategies that help members identify and correct challenging behaviors
- Obtain and maintain Mandated Reporter training and complete annual Child Abuse Prevention training
- Complete training and participate in all Emergency Preparedness protocols including drills and communication practices
- Participate in staff development and training activities when needed after hours or on weekends
Program Development and Implementation
- Establish program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission
- Work with High School and Middle School Program Coordinator, Branch Director/Site Supervisor to establish calendar and program offerings
- Develop program delivery skills in a way that fosters engagement and learning while building upon the mentor-mentee relationship
- Plan, organize, and prioritize programmatic deliverables including safety practices, curriculum, and individualized member engagement
- Conduct middle school programming during select program hours at select Clubhouses, with additional support to clubhouses during various rotations throughout the day
- Ensure program space is maintained and kept safe and clean daily
Program Evaluation
- Participate in the implementation of the Boys & Girls Club of America’s annual National Youth Outcomes Initiative (NYOI) and other assessments and evaluations
- Participate in the evaluation of programming continually, ensuring activities respond to the needs of members
- Administer pre- and post-surveys of programs, including finding (at BGCA) or creating survey questions
Administration
- Maintain daily proper documentation of Club members participating in programs, including tracking priority outcomes, duration, and frequency of attendance
- Utilize time prior to Club opening for the day for planning activities
- Report and fill out appropriate paperwork for all accidents and incidents
- Oversee supplies and equipment, requesting additional supplies and equipment maintenance when needed
- Control Middle School program space, programs and activity expenditures within approved budget
Marketing and Public Relations
- Increase visibility of various programs via posting of daily schedule and announcements of upcoming events
- Collaborate with administrative staff, providing timely information for the development of advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers and media releases
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in special programs, events and other projects as directed by the High School and Middle School Program Coordinator, Branch Director/Site Supervisor or administration
- May be required to drive Club mini-van periodically
- Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and community partners by utilizing objective language, engaging parents in formulating solutions, and activating appropriate communication channels
- Other duties as assigned
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff and Club members to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel.
External: Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, schools, members’ parents and other to assist in resolving problems.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED
- High School Diploma (required) and a minimum of 24-48 college units (preferred)
- 2-3 years work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar youth-serving organization
- 2-3 years work experience with Middle School students, grades 6th – 8th
- Have a drive to work with a diverse group of students from different socio-economical backgrounds and levels of educational preparedness
- Exhibit the characteristics of strong leadership, patience, effective communication, and a consistent desire to learn and execute new programs
- Ability to project a positive image of Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena, and interact professionally with members, parents, volunteers, and others; including maintaining confidentiality as needed
- CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications (Club will supply)
- Ability to speak and write Standard English
- Time management, planning, and organization skills
- Must pass Live Scan Fingerprinting and BGCA background check
- Must have transportation to and from work
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to sit, stand, bend, stoop, lift and walk 75% of the time
- Must be able to maneuver around small children, occasionally sitting on the floor or small chairs
- Must be able to function well in a loud and happy work environment
- Frequently communicates with children and parents who have inquiries about the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and printer
- Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder
- Occasionally moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
DISCLAIMER
The Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena requires a background check for all employees before hire and during employment that includes fingerprinting, social security verification, local comprehensive criminal history search, national comprehensive criminal history search, and sex offender registry search. Per the organization’s Screening & Onboarding Policy, a person is ineligible to obtain employment with the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena if such person has been convicted of any misdemeanor against children or any felony consisting of murder, child abuse, domestic violence, abduction or human trafficking, rape or sexual assault, arson, weapons, physical assault or battery, or drug possession (use or distribution) in the last five years.
The information presented in this Position Description 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.
Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy of Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of relative qualifications and ability, and without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or other legally protected basis.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
