Teen Services Assistant [Part time]- College and Career Readiness

Title: Impact Leader I, College & Career Readiness (CCR)

Work Schedule: Part-time – non-exempt, generally scheduled up to 25 hours per week, Mondays – Friday, between 1:00 pm and 6:00pm. Training and youth workshops, field trips and events may be scheduled outside of this time.

Reports to: CCR Specialist

MISSION:

“Our Mission is to inspire and empower the youth of Monterey County to realize their full potential to become responsible, healthy, productive and successful citizens.”

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Working under the direction of their assigned Supervisor, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County (BGCMC) CCR Impact Leader I plays an essential role in helping youth succeed as they directly serve as positive role models, mentors and activity leaders to diverse youth delivering an engaging, age-appropriate and outcome-driven program with specialized focus on literacy support and intervention for K-5th grade youth. Further, the BGCMC Impact Leader I is responsible for contributing to the following key elements of positive youth development:

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITY:

Lead Activities & Assist with Planning, Evaluating Programming

• Assist youth in homework after school supervision
• Facilitate college and career readiness workshops for teens
• Provide tutorial support to middle and high school students in math and other core subjects.
• Assist with tracking and reporting program participation and outcomes, recommending modifications to activities and programs that respond to youth needs and interests
• Address youth behavior with a positive discipline approach that is fair, firm, consistent and kind; helping youth take responsibility/accountability for their actions accompanied with appropriate consequences.
• Ensure a culture of high expectations and frequent recognition of youth.
• Foster a safe, positive, fun and impactful Teen Pathway Center environment where 100-150 youth daily acquire a sense of belonging, competence, usefulness, power and influence.
• Tutor 9th-12th grade science, math, technology, literacy, and reading.
• Assist with SAT/ACT Preparation and college advising; and implement BGCA programming; college preparation and life skills workshops and organize college tours.
• Manage monthly case management and maintain compliance with designated CCR members.
• Demonstrate mastery of classroom management.
• Address youth behavior with a positive discipline approach that is fair, firm, consistent and kind and helps youth take responsibility for their actions with appropriate consequences.
• Perform other duties as assigned in alignment with fulfilling the primary function of position.
• Provide support to other program departments (ie. Education, SFR, Technology etc.) as needed.

TRAITS AND SKILLS:

The successful candidate for this position will possess the following traits and skills.

• Passionate about youth success as defined in BGCMC Mission & Strategic Goals.
• Personal & professional alignment with BGCMC Core Values, Beliefs & Standards.
• Accepts responsibility as a Role Model/Mentor for Youth and Mandated Reporter.
• Clearance of pre-employment screening including background check & drug screening.
• Compliance with all BGCMC COVID-19 policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, high-energy youth friendly environment.
• Keen attention to detail, safety and order.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Minimum of six (6) months of experience tutoring middle and high school students in core subject areas.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience contributing to the implementation of curriculum and/or programming for youth.
• Must effectively show the ability to demonstrate classroom management skills.
• Tech savvy, including proficiency in utilizing Google Suite and Internet for maximum productivity.
• Familiarity with California A-G requirements
• Specialization in Mathematics: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and one or more of the following academic areas:
  • Science: Life Science, Physical Science
  • Social Science: Geography, World History, US History, Civics, Economics
  • Literacy
  • Technology

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• Must be able to remain standing at least 50% of the time.
• Must be able to lift and pull up to 35 pounds

Highly desirable qualifications:

• Bi-lingual English and Spanish
• First Aid & CPR Certification
• Cultural competence, ability to work with a diverse youth and people
• Communication skills

COMPENSATION:

Pay rate begins at $20.46 to $21.50 per hour, and is based on experience and qualifications. Professional development opportunities are available contingent upon funding and approval. This position is classified as non-exempt and as such is eligible for the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

BGCMC is an EEO employer committed to excellence through diversity. All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.