SMART Instructor - After School Program - Pioneer Park Elem

Job Description

Job Description

This Smart Instructor position is responsible for leading and managing the programs under the Department of Education (“DOE”) and Department of Juvenile Justice (“DJJ”) grants. Plan and conduct a well-rounded program in youth development by implementing programs in the areas of Character & Leadership Development, Education (Homework Help) & Career Development, Health & Life Skills.

SMART (Skills Mastery and Resistance Training)

Key Roles (Essential Responsibilities):

• Plan and conduct programs with written weekly plans
• Mentoring the Club members
• Report statistical information for DOE and/or DJJ grants
• Assist Club members with the use of all equipment and software including an orientation program.
• Promote and stimulate interest in the assigned programs
• Requisition needed supplies
• Control use of materials and supplies
• Ensure Club members complete programs including but not limited to pre- and post-test
• Maintain Club member’s attendance during the programs.
• Plan and follow through on recognition program for youth completing specific programs
• Establish and enforce appropriate disciplinary rules in the Club
• Recruit Club member for programs as appropriate
• Implement all club policies, especially the Acceptable Use policy (computer policy)
• Keep the Club clean and the equipment in good working order
• Promptly report all equipment repair needs
• Assist other staff members in integrating programs into other areas
• Communicate with management and Club staff, about Club programs and needs
• Participate in staff meetings
• Perform other duties that may be assigned to meet the needs of the Boys & Girls Club

Relationships:

• Internal: Maintain contact with Club program staff and Director
• External: Maintain contact with members and parents as needed; provide advice and/or discipline

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• AA Degree or equivalent education and experience
• Ability to use technology as a means of instruction and to communicate the programs to Club members
• Strong computer skills
• Experience working with youth
• Experience in teaching or education field preferred
• CPR certified

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Founded in 1971, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for profit youth development organization dedicated to promoting the educational, vocational, health leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment. The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone -they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth. The twenty Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 10,000 children ages 6-18. The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is to inspire and assist all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

Company Description

Founded in 1971, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for profit youth development organization dedicated to promoting the educational, vocational, health leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment. The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone -they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth. The twenty Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 10,000 children ages 6-18. The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is to inspire and assist all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.