After-School Enrichment Assistant Director

Description

The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs is a nonprofit organization that provides a safe, supportive environment for young people, offering after-school programs and activities focused on academic success, character development, and healthy lifestyles.

Position: Part-time (20 hours) Monday-Friday during the school year, and schedule to be determined for Summer Camp

General Overview:

Under the supervision of the Site Director, the Assistant Director will approve the plan, and the implementation of “Experiences” in structured program spaces. Specialized content areas include and are not limited to: Education, SEL, Cultural Arts, Sports & Fitness, STEM and other site specific “Experiences.” The Assistant Director will be responsible for mentoring staff in one-on-one planning meetings. The Assistant Director will model the way within their assigned cohort group, while also providing support to new YDP’s, including additional coaching opportunities .

Requirements

Job Responsibilities

Prepare Youth for Success

• Promote program participation.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to youth.
• Provide a safe environment through clear rules and expectations.

Program Development and Implementation

• Approve and coach staff on implementation of age appropriate activities and experiences for youth.
• Ensure safety of members, quality experiences and clean appearance of the Club at all times.
• Hold weekly one-on-one planning meetings with the team
• Create a shopping list with YDP for supplies via Walmart pick-up app and/or amazon every Thursday

Supervision & Safety

• Ensure a productive and collaborative work environment by participating in weekly staff meetings.
• Inspect program areas daily for any safety precautions prior to youth entering the area.
• Monitor youth while in both structured & unstructured experience areas.

Additional Responsibilities

• May organize and/or participate in special events.
• May be required to supervise during off-site field trips.
• Assistant Director will be the staff member assigned to other sites if staffing support is needed
• Responsible for correctly uploading Food Service Documentation daily
• Complete such other duties as assigned or when the Site Director is not present.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to anticipate, identify and solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. To accurately complete all required paperwork. To professionally handle and/or get help to resolve conflict. Ability to follow instructions as given and/or directed by supervisor. Assistant DIrector must obtain a valid Driver’s License to drive the Club Van