Educational Activities Center Instructor

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES CENTER INSTRUCTOR

Job Description

Purpose:     The purpose of the Educational Activities Center program is to provide informal educational services for Boys & Girls Clubs’ members.  This is accomplished through the implementation of a weekly program plan that includes table games, tournaments and contests, low-organized games, activity sheets, free reading, media presentations, group clubs, motivational/participatory programs, instructional and recreational computer programs, informal counseling – both individually and in groups, occurs daily in the Educational Activities Center.

Job

Segments:     Program Related – In order to provide a quality experience for Boys & Girls Clubs’ members, Educational Activities Center instructors are expected to plan a program which includes:

1. Supervised free play.
2. At least two tournaments or contests each day.
3. Low-organized “for fun” activities on a daily basis.
4. At least one educational contest each day.
5. At least one group club which meets weekly.
6. To conduct the motivational contest daily as provided in the program prescription.
7. To provide at least one activity sheet daily.
8. Comply with basic program components as explained in Instructor Training Outline (attached).
9. Integrate the use of the computer(s) into group clubs programming (Journalism Club and Homework Help Club) and allow for free-time use of computers by members.

The above program activities should reflect specific age groups and boy/girl/coed opportunities.

Non-Program Related – In addition to program duties, Educational Activities Center instructors are expected to:

1. Maintain attractive up-to-date bulletin boards and displays, including a display of weekly programs and members-of-the-month recognition.
2. Maintain equipment and make minor repairs.
3. At closing, stack chairs on tables, clean area, and prepare for following day’s activities.
4. Supervise hallway and areas adjacent to E.A.C.
5. Provide attractive display of reading materials and encourage reading by members.

Disclaimer: Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We especially invite women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.